Gawel Kicks Off Run Today at Wilbur’s

Niagara Reporter- · October 14, 2024

By Tony Farina

Entertainment begins at 4:30 this afternoon (Monday, Oct.14) at Wilbur’s Bar on Cayuga Dr., Niagara Falls, where former councilmember Michael Gawel will formally announce his candidacy for city council next year.

Gawel, a CPA, pledges to run hard for a seat on the council to help bring a better financial mind to the table in city hall with many irons in the fire at this time on numerous development projects.

Today’s announcement will feature Don Anderson and his Fusion Guitar followed by Elvis and The Tailgaters and then the Bills game against the Jets.

Beer, hot dogs, and pizza for $20 with some politics thrown in with Gawel’s formal announcement of his candidacy.

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