West Herr WBEN Buffalo Business Report - Monday, March 9th, 2026

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Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - Gas prices have skyrocketed to $3.40 cents per gallon in Buffalo, rising 34 cents since last Monday according to AAA. Fighting in the Middle East has caused crude oil prices to jump to over $100 per barrel.

Hodgson Russ took the top spot in this year's ranking of largest law firms in Western New York from Business First. Lippes Mathias placed second while Phillips Lytle, Barclay Damon and Rupp Pfalzgraf rounded out the top five. Other firms that made the cut include Berardi Immigration Law, which placed 50th out of 153.

The annual BASH for Mercy Flight is set for September 19th at Buffalo Riverworks, with West Herr returning as presenting sponsor. West Herr has held that role since 2022. This year's bash comes as Mercy Flight celebrates its 45th year of service.

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