Woodbine casino ‘tough news’ for Niagara Falls

From the Niagara Falls Review: A world-class casino at Woodbine Racetrack in north Etobicoke is bad news for Niagara Falls. “But, you know, thank God, we have the falls here, the wine country and all kinds of great, other attractions and amenities that make people from Toronto want to get out of Toronto, and come…

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No tickets to ride this trolley

From the Lockport Journal: Alice Putnam and her two lady friends from Niagara Falls just wanted to have lunch in Lewiston. And then ride up to Old Fort Niagara to visit Alice’s daughter who works in the gift shop there. Joyce and Bill Price had walked from Lewiston to Youngstown with their daughter, Rachael, her…

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Another “Big Top Amazing Mirror & Laser Maze” construction update

The work is coming along nicely on the new Big Top Amazing Mirror & Laser Maze. I haven’t heard when they are hoping/planning on opening. I took these photos on Saturday morning.

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    Build-A-Bear Workshop update

    This picture was taken a few days ago. There is still no indication on the building that I could see that it is going to be a Build-a-Bear Workshop, but that is what the City of Niagara Falls web site says. Also, the Build-A-Bear Workshop web site shows that there will be one at this…

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    Take a fall with Canada’s wonders

    From the Australia News Network: There’s something mesmerising about the thunder of the water as it slips off the edge of the cliffs in an incessant display of nature’s power. Niagara Falls is far from the world’s highest waterfall, but ranks among the most famous, thanks to its sheer accessibility. It has been a must-see…

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    Daltrey reigns o’er Niagara Falls

    From the Niagara Falls Review: As any longtime Who fan will tell you, the best concerts were always the ones that felt like they could fall apart at any second. A blown amp. A destroyed drum kit. At their peak, The Who brought a volcanic energy to the stage that made every show unruly and…

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    Twitter updates for 2010-08-13

    RT @amybordoshuk @ESPN_Burnside: Pleased to report neither Pat Kane nor the Stanley Cup pitched into Niagara Falls. # Can A/C every be too cold? RT @wazspaceship: Attn Wendys restaurants niagara falls: your air conditioning is too cold. # http://twitpic.com/2ed17x – My kids are hooked on the Crazy Frog/Axel F song and are happy to see…

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      Niagara SkyWheel canopy

      They are still working on the Niagara SkyWheel, but seem to be making slow progress. Since the wheel was completed about 3 weeks ago, it doesn’t look like much has been done. As I was by yesterday, I took a couple of pictures of the entrance canopy that is being erected:

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      Hornblower hopeful of breaking another record

      From the Niagara Falls Review: It will be the earliest start to Niagara’s world-famous boat tour into the mighty falls. And it could also be the longest boat tour operating season ever, including a New Year’s Eve ride. Hornblower Niagara Cruises is set to sail for a third season, starting April 1. General Manager Mory…

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      Niagara Falls Aquarium assessment approved for $66,100

      From the Buffalo News: A $66,100 agreement to pay for an assessment of conditions at the Aquarium of Niagara, 701 Whirlpool St., was approved Wednesday by directors of the USA Niagara Development Corp., a subsidiary of the Empire State Development Corp. The assessment is intended to help the aquarium make informed decisions about future reconstruction…

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