Marineland important for Niagara economy: Thomson

From the Niagara Falls Review: A bill that would prohibit anyone from owning and breeding orcas in Ontario could impact 700 direct jobs in Niagara Falls and 36,000 indirect jobs across the region, says Coun. Wayne Thomson. But animal rights activists say Marineland could survive, even thrive, as a theme park without animals. “Anybody would…

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Choice Hotels’ Ascend Hotel Collection Welcomes The Giacomo Hotel With Its Breathtaking Views Of Niagara Falls

From a PR Newswire press release seen on Yahoo! Finance: Today, the Ascend Hotel Collection from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (CHH), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announced the addition of the historic Giacomo Hotel, located within walking distance of Niagara Falls, to its rapidly expanding and notable list of distinctive upscale properties. “The…

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A full, 360-degree rainbow paints the mist over Niagara Falls

You have probably heard about this, but a month or so ago there were some images/videos/articles posted online about a full 360 rainbow that was viewed. It was quite neat. Here are a couple of reports: Washington Post – A full, 360-degree rainbow paints the mist over Niagara Falls Daily Mail – Where’s the pot…

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Niagara Brewing Co. takes the Falls

From the Toronto Sun: Falls Avenue Resort in Niagara Falls has welcomed the Niagara Brewing Co. to the heart of the city’s tourist district. The brand-new craft brewery is on Clifton Hill and offers innovative and refreshing brews crafted in celebration of Canada’s rich brewing heritage, with locally sourced ingredients. While visiting Niagara Brewing, guests…

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Rainforest Cafe officially brings the jungle to Old Falls Street

From the Niagara Gazette (a little old, but still worth mentioning): Niagara Falls just got a bit wilder. The new Rainforest Cafe, located within the Sheraton Hotel and operated by NFNY Hotel Management, held its grand opening on Wednesday afternoon with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event was attended by several local officials including Niagara Falls…

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