Falls Avenue Newsletter #9

    On Tuesday I received the latest issue of the Falls Avenue Newsletter. They are promoting ideas for day trips. They also mention several things to do in Niagara Falls, that are not associated with their own properties. That’s nice to see. To subscribe, visit their “Spin to Win” page and fill out the form. Be…

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      Banners/signs around Skylon Tower base

      I don’t remember seeing all of these banners or signs around the base of the Skylon Tower. All not terribly attractive, I can see why they are doing it. There will be a lot of press coverage of Jay Cochrane, and these signs will end up in a lot of photos and videos. More signs…

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        U.S. wavers on passport plan

        From Niagara This Week: A plan to require anyone crossing the border into the United States from Canada to have a passport could be revamped to explore enhanced drivers’ licences, says the head of U.S. Homeland Security. Michael Chertoff, secretary of the agency pushing for the passport requirement as a means to beef up border…

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          Cochrane walks the line

          From the Niagara Falls Review: Jay Cochrane hopes every step he takes on the high wire this summer will bring him closer to his two biggest goals: Raising half a billion dollars for children around the world and walking on a highwire over the brink of the falls. Each presents its own unique challenge. To…

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