It’s been a little more than a year since the old toll booths on the Grand Island bridges were replaced with a new cashless tolling system. When the new system launched, many residents and local officials were optimistic that it would reduce traffic congestion on the bridges and save drivers valuable time during their morning… Read more »
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Celebrate the Start of Spring at the Buffalo Wine Festival
The sun is shining, there’s warm weather in the forecast and it’s finally beginning to feel like spring here in Western New York. After spending a long winter in hibernation, we could all use an excuse to get out of the house and celebrate the start of a new season. And what better way to… Read more »
Find Interior Design Inspiration at the Buffalo Home Show
With the first day of spring just around the corner, you might be thinking about sprucing up your home with some new décor and design elements. This weekend, you can find a variety of great ideas and get tips from professional designers at the annual Buffalo Home Show! From March 15th through the 17th, the… Read more »
Keep an Eye Out for Bees, Butterflies and Hummingbirds This Year
In October 2018, several scientific studies raised serious concerns about insects dying at an alarming rate in regions across the globe. Many of these insects—which account for about two-thirds of all life on earth—serve vital roles in earth’s natural ecosystems, pollinating plants and providing food sources for other animals. But while pollinators in many areas… Read more »
The Ambitious Redesign of Buffalo’s Lasalle Park is Underway
In October 2018, the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation announced that it would contribute 100 million dollars to transform Lasalle Park on Buffalo’s Lower West Side into a signature park and create a regional trail system along the nearby waterfront. According to the Buffalo News, this remarkably generous donation constitutes the largest philanthropic gift ever… Read more »
Enjoy Niagara Falls State Park, Even in the Winter
Feeling a little cooped up after a long winter spent inside? This time of year can be challenging for everyone, but fortunately for the folks at Town Hall Terrace, there are still plenty of indoor activities in our area that we can enjoy all year round. Take the winter-friendly attractions at Niagara Falls State Park,… Read more »
Niagara Falls Could Become Home to World Weather Center
This week, travelers from across the globe are braving the cold to see a partially-frozen Niagara Falls draped in an ethereal layer of ice and snow. The popular tourist destination is well-known for its extreme displays of natural beauty, which could make it an ideal setting for a different type of attraction in the former… Read more »
Buffalo Botanical Gardens Receives $1.5 Million for Expansion
Last year in November, officials from the historic Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens announced plans for an ambitious expansion project that calls for the addition of a 36,000-square-foot facility on the southwestern side of the existing conservatory. The expansion, which is valued at an estimated $14 million, will add a number of new amenities… Read more »
New York Recognizes Grand Island as a Clean Energy Community
Since the old Schoelkopf Power Station began harnessing hydroelectric power from the Niagara River way back in 1881, Western New York has earned a reputation for being a regional hub of innovation in the energy sector. More recently, the communities in our area have begun to embrace modern advances in solar power generation as well…. Read more »
Celebrate the 7th Annual Light up the Boulevard Fest This Weekend
You might feel like you’re still digesting the last of your Thanksgiving Dinner, but the holiday season festivities are only just beginning! This weekend, you can kick off a month of celebrations at the 7th annual Light up the Boulevard Electric Parade and Festival on Grand Island. The festivities will begin this Saturday, December 1… Read more »