🌱 Unemployment Rates At Historic Low + Hello, First Time Homebuyers

Hi all. It's me, Dan Casarella, your host of the Buffalo Daily — back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in the community today. Let's dive right in.

First, today's weather:

Not as warm with sunshine. High: 76 Low: 60.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Buffalo:

1. Buffalo Niagara's unemployment rate is hitting historic lows, but do you know why? The current jobless rate is at 3.4 percent, which is the lowest rate on record for the region. That's a 2 percent decrease from May 2021, when it was 5.4 percent. According to local economists, people are re-entering the job market as the COVID-19 pandemic slows down. Those economists also say that they expect employment to remain steady even as the economy enters what many are calling a recession. (Buffalo News)
2. A new study says that Buffalo is the fifth-best metropolitan area for those who are buying a home for the first time. According to personal finance research firm Bankrate.com, the city is enjoying its status due to factors including affordability, unemployment rates, commute times, and others. According to the report, the best city for first-time homebuyers is Pittsburgh, followed by Minneapolis, Cincinnati and Kansas City. (Buffalo News)
3. A push to rename part of Buffalo is gaining steam. Masten District Councilmember Ulysees O. Wingo Sr. announced a resolution to ask people to refer to the east side of Buffalo as "East Buffalo." The Councilmember says that it is an important step to giving the area a fresh face in the eyes of Buffalo residents. (WIVB)

Today in Buffalo:

• Fish Scavenger Hunt at Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day)
• Escape The Library Escape Room at Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day)
• $2 Bag Sale at Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day)
• It Takes A Village at Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (10:30 AM)
• Friends Book Donation Days at Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Who's got the best chicken and waffles in Western NY? Step Out Buffalo knows! Click the link to see a ton of great options for a delicious meal. (Step Out Buffalo via Instagram)
• Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is celebrating the first day of summer! Check out photos from the gardens at the link. (Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens via Facebook)
• Upstate Indie Weddings wants photographers to come out for a free styled shoot. The event is a great opportunity to get to know Upstate Indie Weddings and meet other photogs in the area. (Upstate Indie Weddings via Instagram)

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you soon!

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.