Niagara Falls ice bridge tragedy — 100 years later

From the Niagara Falls Review: One of the most dramatic and tragic events in the history of Niagara Falls took place 100 years ago Saturday. Feb. 4, 1912, a Sunday, was a clear, windy and very cold day in Niagara Falls. Nevertheless, hundreds of people — both residents and tourists — were on hand that…

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An upside-down house at the end of Oneida Lane

Last week I posted a picture of a steel structure at the end of Oneida Lane. There were a couple of guesses as to what it would be. It turns out it is an upside-down house. I wonder what it will be used for.

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Wallenda upbeat after latest meeting with Niagara Parks Commission; decision on wirewalk request expected Feb. 15

From Bullet News Niagara: Wirewalker Nik Wallenda headed back home to Florida Thursday night feeling good about his meeting with Niagara Parks Commission officials. Of course, Nik Wallenda is pretty much always feeling good. Through this long process of trying to get permission to walk on a tightrope across the Niagara Gorge near the Horseshoe…

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Miniaturization of Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls

“This is my first attempt at miniaturizing a photo. The shot is of the Clifton Hill area of Niagara Falls at night. Taken on February 9th, 2010 from Skylon Tower using my old Sony DSC-H9 point and shoot.” Visit the site to see the picture… I believe this effect is called Tilt Shift, and I’ve…

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Construction at Kelsey’s on Clifton Hill almost done.

I posted previously that Kelsey’s was undergoing renovations, and a sign on the door said it would open Feb 2. It didn’t open on the 2nd, but will open on the 10th. At one point the restaurant was gutted. It looks to be almost done and looks very nice.

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Romantic Getaways in Niagara Falls

Last week I received the latest newsletter from NiagaraFallsBestHotels.com (the Fallsview Group). To subscribe, fill out the form to join the Best Hotels Mailing List.

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