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Spend summer with the bears

From Niagara This Week: Contrary to popular belief, Yogi Bear doesn’t spend all of his days devising ways to steal picnic baskets. This summer, at Jellystone Park in Niagara Falls he’ll have a much more constructive way to spend his time: entertaining kids in the campground’s new summer camp.

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For Immediate Release – Impersonate 1812

Last week I received the following press release from the Niagara Falls Museum: July 10, 2013                                                                                                       For Immediate Release Impersonate 1812 As Niagara Falls prepares for the 200th anniversary of the Battles of Chippawa and Lundy’s Lane, the 199th anniversary events that are planned will have something for everyone.  We are continuing with our month…

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Canadian Motor Speedway project facing more roadblocks

From Niagara This Week: Despite receiving final approval from the province a month ago, the proposed Canadian Motor Speedway still has plenty of roadblocks to overcome before development can begin. The latest in a long series of delays for the struggling project involves an archeological survey, a conservation permit and outstanding land purchases. A spokesperson…

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$149 Falls Side Gourmet Getaway w/ breakfast

Last week I received a newsletter from Niagara Hospitality Hotels, the operator of The Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls. The newsletter looks to be pretty much the same as the last one To subscribe to the newsletter, click on the Email Deals link on the main page of their site.

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Camping, family-style: Pack up and head out for a classic, budget-friendly summer adventure

This PressConnects.com article is about camping in New York State, including areas around Niagara Falls: When the word “summer” comes up, “vacation” can’t be far behind. Household budgets won’t always expand enough to fill the gas tank or buy airline tickets, though. Fortunately, there’s a low-cost local alternative that takes the family out of everyday…

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Niagara Falls Bridge Commission celebrates pair of big anniversaries

From the Niagara Gazette: It’s a big year for the Niagara Falls Bridge Commission — the entity is celebrating its 75th year of operation as well as the 50th anniversary of the Lewiston-Queenston Bridge. To celebrate the two milestones, a series of commemorative activities are planned for later this year.

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Council majority puts $25M hotel project on hold

From the Niagara Gazette: A $25 million hotel project the head of New York state’s development office characterized as a “very important opportunity” and one that should be taken “very seriously” by the city of Niagara Falls has been put on hold, as promised, by a trio of city lawmakers.

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