The matchup is set; Sabres to meet Boston Bruins in Round 1 This will be the ninth postseason series between Boston and Buffalo, tying the Bruins with Philadelphia for being Buffalo's most common playoff opponent. Boston leads the all-time series, 6-2, and won in six games in the most recent meeting in 2010.

The Buffalo Sabres and Boston Bruins will meet in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs after Boston closed its regular season with Tuesday's 4-0 win over New Jersey in TD Garden.

Justice Department moves to toss Oath Keepers, Proud Boys seditious conspiracy convictions The request would erase the convictions for the extremist groups' leaders in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.

The request would erase the convictions for the extremist groups' leaders in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Hochul: Nothing 'sinister' about process to replace Peoples-Stokes Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday strongly defended the election law process used to replace outgoing Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes on the Democratic ticket in the face of critics' allegations that the system deprives voters of the chance to select a replacement.

Gov. Kathy Hochul strongly defended the election law process used to replace outgoing Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes on the Democratic ticket in the face of allegations that the system deprives voters of the chance to select a replacement.

NFL Draft position preview: Guard a sleeper consideration for Bills in the early rounds If you’re looking for a sleeper position for the Buffalo Bills in the first round of next week’s NFL draft, turn your attention to the inside. With the departure of left guard David Edwards in free agency, a hole opened in the starting lineup.

If you’re looking for a sleeper position for the Buffalo Bills in the first round of next week’s NFL draft, turn your attention to the inside. With the departure of left guard David Edwards in free agency, a hole opened in the starting lineup.

Sabres open online store to further boost merch sales The Buffalo Sabres have opened an online store to give fans the option of shopping from their computer or electronic device for licensed NHL playoff merchandise.

The Buffalo Sabres are opening an online store – just in time for the playoffs.

Sabres' Fan Appreciation Night hasn't felt this way in ages The organization and the players have really come to appreciate the fans, something that has not always been true in recent years. There's also no question the fans appreciate this team, Harrington sa...

For more than a decade, the last home game has been a moribund affair and too often felt like a forced celebration of yet another season that went nowhere. This one, finally, should be about actual appreciation.
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When will Buffalo's cherry trees bloom? 'Mother Nature always surprises us' The cherry trees in the Japanese Garden behind the Buffalo History Museum may bloom later in April after a colder winter. However, the exact date when trees may be at "peak bloom" is left up to Mother...

The cherry trees in the Japanese Garden behind the Buffalo History Museum may bloom later in April after a colder winter. However, the exact date when trees may be at "peak bloom" is left up to Mother Nature, one local expert said.
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Curbell Plastics acquires California-based distributor As a result of the deal, Orchard Park-based Curbell is adding nine Interstate locations and over 150 employees, giving it 31 locations across the country.

As a result of the deal, Orchard Park-based Curbell is adding nine Interstate locations and over 150 employees, giving it 31 locations across the country.
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SUNY Fredonia's Lucas West advances to tonight's finale of 'The Voice' “You are the whole package,” said coach John Legend. “You come out here and you really deliver – electric, energetic, beautiful soulful performances.”

“You are the whole package,” said coach John Legend. “You come out here and you really deliver – electric, energetic, beautiful soulful performances.”
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Former St. Thomas Aquinas Church to be used by Timon-St. Jude The high school plans to use the church as its chapel and the rectory to house out-of-town student-athletes, said Mike Overdorf, chairman of the school’s board of trustees.

The high school plans to use the church as its chapel and the rectory to house out-of-town student-athletes, said Mike Overdorf, chairman of the school’s board of trustees.
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Alan Pergament: Jordan Norkus exiting WIVB-TV after five years The anchor of the station’s 4 p.m. newscast on Channel 4 and 7 p.m. newscast on sister station WNLO-TV (CW) wrote on social networks that her last day is Friday.

The anchor of the station’s 4 p.m. newscast on Channel 4 and 7 p.m. newscast on sister station WNLO-TV (CW) wrote on social networks that her last day is Friday.
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Sport Clips opens in Depew The franchise specializes in men's and boys' haircuts.

Sport Clips, a sports-themed grooming concept for men and boys, has opened at 4770 Transit Road in Depew.
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The Bank Shot will open in West Seneca The Bank Shot on Seneca will expand on its East Aurora concept with billiards, darts and putt-putt.

Bank Shot, a golf simulator space in East Aurora, will open a second location in West Seneca this fall.
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New leadership coming to Invest Buffalo Niagara Invest Buffalo Niagara is preparing to launch a search for a successor to Tom Kucharski, who will retire as president and CEO this summer.

Invest Buffalo Niagara is preparing to launch a search for a successor to Tom Kucharski, who will retire as president and CEO this summer.
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Tops offers SNAP purchases via DoorDash Another payment mode is required for taxes, tips and ineligible items.

Tops customers can now use SNAP/EBT benefits to purchase eligible groceries for delivery through DoorDash.
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NFL draft position preview: Do the Bills need to replace Ryan Van Demark? How high would the Bills select an offensive tackle? Don't be surprised if general manager and president of football operations Brandon Beane selects a tackle on Day 3.

How high would the Bills select an offensive tackle? Don't be surprised if general manager and president of football operations Brandon Beane selects a tackle on Day 3.
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‘We’re not finished’: Sabres set playoff sights high, with Atlantic Division title firmly in hand The Buffalo Sabres beat the Chicago Blackhawks to win their first Atlantic Division championship and earn home ice in the first two rounds of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

“I’m just going to be so excited, to play that first game in KeyBank,” Alex Tuch said. “I’m just so excited for that.”
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Police commissioner search paid for by Wilson Foundation When Mayor Sean Ryan chose Erika Shields to lead the Buffalo Police Department, he had the help of a top national search firm that specializes in selecting police leadership. The Ralph C. Wilson Jr. F...

When Mayor Sean Ryan chose Erika Shields to lead the Buffalo Police Department, he had the help of a top national search firm that specializes in selecting police leadership. The Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation paid for the consulting services.
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#EveryDayAPhoto 2026 We all know that Western New York is an amazing place – its diverse weather, beautiful resources and wonderful people. Every day, Buffalo News photographers continue to bring you an

Ice in the Niagara River flows past a runner on the Bird Island Pier in today's #EveryDayAPhoto by Joed Viera:
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Sabres recap: Tage Thompson's two goals help clinch Atlantic Division title with 5-1 win at Chicago The Sabres earned home ice in the first two rounds of the playoffs and locked up their first Atlantic Division title, by virtue of a 5-1 win in regulation against the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday at United Center. Tage Thompson scored two goals in the win.

The Sabres earned home ice in the first two rounds of the playoffs and locked up their first Atlantic Division title, by virtue of a 5-1 win in regulation against the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday at United Center.

Wings select UConn star Azzi Fudd No. 1 overall in WNBA draft Fudd is the seventh UConn player to be selected first in the draft. One of the others is Paige Bueckers, who went No. 1 to Dallas last year. Fudd and

Fudd is the seventh UConn player to be selected first in the draft. One of the others is Paige Bueckers, who went No. 1 to Dallas last year. Fudd and

NY lawmakers pass third 'extender' amid late budget; official takes potshot at Hochul With the state budget nearly two weeks late, lawmakers on Monday passed a $3.4 billion bill to fund state operations through Thursday.

With the state budget nearly two weeks late, lawmakers on Monday passed a $3.4 billion bill to fund state operations through Thursday.

Sabres goalie Colten Ellis continues eventful season, prepares for playoffs The Buffalo Sabres picked up goalie Colten Ellis off waivers just before the start of the NHL season. Here's how he's helped the Sabres to a Stanley Cup Playoffs berth.

The Buffalo Sabres picked up goalie Colten Ellis off waivers just before the start of the NHL season. Here's how he's helped the Sabres to a Stanley Cup Playoffs berth.

Retired cop's 'cold call' about detective may help defendant in Meindl murder retrial A retired police officer contacted the Erie County District Attorney's Office with information about a key prosecution witness in Brian Scott Lorenz's murder trial, and the information may be helpful to Lorenz's defense, prosecutors said.

A retired police officer contacted the Erie County District Attorney's Office with information about a key prosecution witness in Brian Scott Lorenz's murder trial, and the information may be helpful to Lorenz's defense, prosecutors said.

A boost for downtown: Ingram Micro's move brings 1,200 workers into the city The arrival of Ingram Micro bolsters downtown's workforce at a time when city and business leaders are still trying to figure out how to regain the vitality that the city was experiencing up until Covid-19 hit six years ago and drove everyone home.

The arrival of Ingram Micro bolsters downtown's workforce at a time when city and business leaders are still trying to figure out how to regain the vitality that the city was experiencing up until Covid-19 hit six years ago and drove everyone home.

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#EveryDayAPhoto, Day 103: Roofers work on a house in the Hamlin Park Historic District. (Joshua Bessex/Buffalo News)

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Buffalo bishop defends Pope Leo against Trump's attack Bishop Michael W. Fisher, leader of the Buffalo Diocese, joined other American bishops and cardinals in defending Pope Leo XIV against a recent social media by President Trump that disparaged the pontiff as being weak on crime and “catering to the Radical Left.”

Bishop Michael W. Fisher, leader of the Buffalo Diocese, defended Pope Leo XIV against a recent social media post by President Trump that disparaged the pontiff as being weak on crime and “catering to the Radical Left.”

Buffalo Sabres quickly sell out first round playoff tickets Within the first 15 minutes of being on sale to the general public, Buffalo Sabres home game playoff tickets for the first round sold out.

Within the first 15 minutes of being on sale to the general public, Buffalo Sabres home game playoff tickets for the first round sold out.

NFL draft position preview: Receivers ready to make impact in the pros The lifeblood of local debate, the 2026 wide receiving class is ready to get deeper looks from the Buffalo Bills.

The lifeblood of local debate, the 2026 wide receiving class is ready to get deeper looks from the Buffalo Bills.

Council Majority Leader Leah Halton-Pope to replace Crystal Peoples-Stokes on ballot Common Council Majority Leader Leah Halton-Pope looks to be headed to the state Assembly next year to succeed her longtime boss, Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes.

Common Council Majority Leader Leah Halton-Pope looks to be headed to the state Assembly next year to succeed her longtime boss, Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes.