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Close Call at North Tonawanda City Hall Sparks Debate on Safety
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Brendan McDonough Reporter for North Tonawanda Last week employees and visitors at City Hall in North Tonawanda experienced panic after a man believed to be driving a van filled with explosives showed up at the Mayor’s office. “It could have been a lot worse,” said Donna Braun, 2 Ward Alderman. “I am just thankful that the police department acted as fast as they did.” The man was identified as 36-year old Timothy Payne and, after
Queensryche Headlines Friday Concert at Batavia Downs
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Tony Farina The resurgent heavy metal band Queensryche which has sold over 20 million albums worldwide will headline this Friday’s Rockin’ the Downs concert at Batavia Downs, the second week of the summer concert series which kicked off last week with Survivor. Tickets start at $10 for general admission, $25 for VIP, and $50 for premium seating for the concert series that has attracted top name attractions for the eight-week run which had a spectacular opening
Restaino Declares Primary Victory; Piccirillo Holding Onto Hope for Absentee Ballot Miracle
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Tony Farina It was close, a lot closer than some had expected and still unofficial as of Tuesday night, but in the end it appears Robert Restaino overcame the youthful protege of the three-term incumbent and won the Democratic primary vote for mayor of Niagara Falls. We should note there are still some 200 absentee votes to be counted but most observers don’t believe those votes will change the outcome. Restaino, the president of the Niagara
Just Say Cheesecake Arrives in North Tonawanda
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Brendan McDonough Reporter for North Tonawanda Delicious deserts have arrived in North Tonawanda! This past week ‘Just Say Cheesecake’ held a ribbon cutting ceremony at their new location at 106 Webster Street and will offer soups, salads, sandwiches and a wide selection of cheesecakes for all to enjoy. “Our cheesecakes are delicious,” said Dan Quigley, Co-Owner, “but we also have a peanut butter pie, mini chocolate cakes and people are really enjoying our scones. I had
HAMILTON: Vote like you are the founder of Niagara Falls Inc.
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Ken Hamilton Pretend that long ago, say around the year 1678, early in the month of December as a matter of fact, you had chopped your way through the woods and stumbled upon one of the most magnificent set of waterfalls in the world. Recognizing the economic potential of it, you had a vision of the resource-rich opportunities of it and how you – no one else but you — wanted it to develop it; so
“Campaign Gimmick”: GOP Legislature Hasn’t the “Slightest Appetite” for Home-Rule Message on LVT
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 County legislator says GOP legislature hasn’t the “slightest appetite” for LVT. Will not support Seth’s home-rule message. By: Tony Farina Still hoping for a magic bullet to escape from Paul Dyster’s shadow, Seth Piccirillo is pushing for reform of the city tax structure in Niagara Falls that would require New York State to enact a pilot Land Value Tax program in downtown tourist areas as, according to him, a new solution to old problems. As next week’s
Gaming Commission Gives Batavia Downs Green Light on Alleged Ticket Giveaways, Finds No Cause for Concern
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Tony Farina Claims earlier this year by former State Sen. George Maziarz of irregularities in promotional activities involving ticket giveaways at WROTB/Batavia Downs have not resulted in any action from the State Gaming Commission, which in fact has approved the ticket giveaway programs, known as “Suitestakes,” for the 2019 year. “Recently, there has been speculation about the propriety of our promotional activities that benefit our customers and whether tickets for sporting events and concerts have been
Pay Problems in the North Tonawanda Parks Department
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Brendan McDonough Reporter for North Tonawanda Park Department Director Alex Domaradzki pleaded with the City to increase the salary of temporary summer workers. Domaradzki says people have already turned down working for the City because of the low pay. The salary for summer workers is $11.10 per hour. “Whether you are at a park with kids or out in the hot sun with the weed whacker, the pay is the same across the board,” said Domaradzki.
Pumper Repairs in North Tonawanda
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Brendan McDonough Reporter for North Tonawanda This past week Fire Chief Joe Sikora told members of the Common Council some startling news about one member of his fleet. It turns out that one truck is unsafe to operate and repairs could be as much as $20,000. “I have the money in my budget to get this repair done right now because it is the middle of the year,” said Sikora, “but what I don’t know is
Fireman’s Parade in North Tonawanda
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Brendan McDonough Reporter for North Tonawanda Firefighters across North Tonawanda were honored this past weekend at the annual Fireman’s Day Parade. Organizers have been holding it for the past 38 years. For many, it is a day to recognized those who put their lives on the line to help others. “I come here every year and I like knowing that the firefighters are there when I need them,” said Mary Martin, North Tonawanda Resident. This year
Senecas Arguing No Bang for the Buck on Exclusivity Guarantee
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Tony Farina At the crux of the matter, the Seneca Nation believes the $1.4 billion in revenue sharing it paid to the state between 2002 and 2016 under the gaming compact did not deliver the exclusivity that was negotiated under the original agreement allowing them sole access to the casino gaming market in the region. Our sources suggest the bottom line is the Senecas would like to renegotiate the 25 percent-a-year of the slot machine
HAMILTON: What New Marijuana are NYS Lawmakers Smoking Increasing Age of Delinquency?
Please click the link below to subscribe to a FREE PDF version of each print edition of the Niagara Reporter http://eepurl.com/dnsYM9 By: Ken Hamilton Last week, in a meeting dedicated to finding solutions of how to reduce the crime in the city of Niagara Falls, community activist Gloria Dolson rose above the shoulders of Norma Higgs, community activist and the former assistant to NYS Supreme Court Justice Jacquelyn Koshian to take the microphone at the former Sacred Heart RC Church/now-True Bethel Niagara Church. Speaking specifically to Niagara Falls Police Superintendent Thomas Licata and Niagara County District Attorney Caroline