Improving tourist signs in city becomes priority

From the Buffalo News: The generations- old debate over the best use of street signs to direct tourists to local attractions may be nearing a settlement — but not quite yet. City Council Chairman Sam Fruscione and Mayor Paul A. Dyster said they plan to discuss the issue during a private meeting today, and the…

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Rink revival

From the Niagara Gazette: The recent record snowfalls and frigid temperatures have delayed the installation of a free outdoor ice skating rink, set to open in DeVeaux Woods State Park. New York State Park spokesperson Angela Berti said workers removed more than 18 inches of snow Wednesday in an effort to refill the rink with…

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Hilton parking decision creates uneven playing field, hotelier says

From the Niagara Falls Review: A city council decision allowing the Hilton hotel to park guests’ cars on leased land could be headed to the Ontario Municipal Board after a competitor expressed his disappointment in the move. “This certainly would be taken further,” said Michael DiCienzo, a vice-president with Canadian Niagara Hotels. It’s another twist…

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Loretto site approved for high-rises

From the Niagara Falls Review: The Loretto property, a treasured, historic site overlooking the falls is a suitable location for three high-rise hotels, city council says. They granted hotelier Tony Zappitelli’s request to put three skyscrapers – a 57-storey hotel and 42- and 32-storey towers that could either be hotels or condominiums – on a…

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