From WBFO: The Chinese government is supposed to put up the first $100 million toward a billion-dollar development in Niagara Falls, Ontario. That’s from Falls Mayor Jim Diodati who leaves for Beijing this morning for talks on the planned project. It’s been publicly in the works for months, a mix of residential, tourist and wetlands…
A guest of mine says every year she stays at the Comfort Inn on Clifton Hill and the front desk told her they will be closing after Thanksgiving and will be torn down. I checked the website and notice they are not taking any room reservations after Oct 11. I wonder what they are planning…
From the Niagara Falls Review: Niagara Falls might not be at the top of their list, but they love us in China. The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, the Eiffel Tower in France and Venice in Italy are world landmarks that rank higher on the list of places Chinese travellers have on their bucket list,…
From a press release seen on Press Release Rocket: Fallsview Indoor Waterpark is a unique 3-acre all-ages destination overlooking Niagara Falls that features 16 thrilling waterslides, a 1,000-gallon tipping bucket, giant wavepool, year-round outdoor activity pool, plunge bowl, sundeck, adult-only Jacuzzis, and much more. “We are thrilled to be recognized by TripAdvisor for the third…
From WIVB Channel 4 in Buffalo: It’s been one year since Governor Andrew Cuomo touted the “Wonder Falls” project set to revamp downtown Niagara Falls. The $150 million project is called “the biggest private sector development in the Niagara Falls in a generation.” Wonder Falls is one of the major Niagara Falls developments set for…
From a PR Web press release: Located inside the Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls-Fallsview hotel, the Rainbow Room by Massimo Capra offers a spectacular fine-dining experience directly overlooking Niagara Falls. The restaurant offers an Italian style menu that showcases fresh ingredients from throughout the Niagara Region and an extensive wine list that features wines from many…
This is an old article, but the flow of visitors certainly seemed to continue through the whole summer. From the Niagara Falls Review: Niagara’s two casinos are cashing in thanks to a weaker Canadian dollar and more Americans crossing the border. “Business was solid April through June,” said Greg Medulun, director of communications for Fallsview…
From Buffalo Business First: A vote by the Toronto City Council to support a massive gambling expansion at the Woodbine Racetrack could have a chilling economic impact on a pair of casinos in Niagara Falls, Ont. and effectively wipe out any hope of slots returning to Fort Erie Racetrack. The council vote is one of…
From the Verge: It seems the tough streets of Philadelphia were too much for a friendly little robot from Ontario. All the Hitchbot wanted to do was see the United States. But just two weeks after starting its cross-country journey in Boston, Hitchbot’s trip has come to an unfortunate end. Last night, the cute little…
According to TripAdvisor, the 3rd best restaurant in Canada is located in Niagara Falls. I’ve never eaten at AG, but the reviews are great.