Byron Brown: "2012 Breakthrough Year for Waterfront"

“2012 will be another breakthrough year for Buffalo’s waterfront, making the full vision of Canalside a reality,” said Mayor Byron W. Brown, who noted that the announcement of the construction of the canals continues the positive momentum of Canalside created this summer by the great success of the expanded boardwalk, additional green space and increased entertainment. “Progress continues; we listened to residents and visitors, who made it clear that what they want is a connection to the water.”

Lobbying for Local

Buffalo First! continues its efforts to lobby for a local anchor tenant at Canalside. This past January 26, a number of local advocates and members of Buffalo First! rallied at the Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation (ECHDC) sending the message that locally owned businesses would make a better "anchor tenant" than subsidized big box retailers.

The group led by Buffalo First! Director Sarah Bishop also delivered their petition (signed by over 600 community members) that asks that at least 50 percent of all retail space contemplated and developed at Canal Side be devoted to locally owned businesses.

     Their message is clear, SUPPORT A STRONG, SELF-DETERMINED LOCAL ECONOMY -- SUPPORT BUFFALO BUSINESS!

For Bill's Fans: The Lesser of Two Evils

While it may be hard for Bills fans to cheer on the Giants after the heartbreaking loss for the Bills back in Superbowl 25 in 1991, with Brady's recent comments on Buffalo hotels, Bills fans may have to overlook some offenses at this Sunday's game.

In Response to Tom

In response to Tom Brady's careless (and uninformed) comment about Buffalo hotels, The Mansion on Delaware Avenue (MoDA) has simultaneously offer Tom Brady a free night stay in the luxurious hotel in downtown Buffalo and has opened up a Facebook contest for participants on the social media site to join in the fun. What do you have to do? Simply post, "Tom doesn't know what he is missing" on MoDA's Facebook wall and share it with your friends. For the lucky winner they will receive...

• An overnight at MoDA in a Premium Grand Guestroom complete with 24-hour Butler Service, Downtown Land Rover Transportation, Evening Cocktails and MoDA’s European style Breakfast

• A guided tour of Buffalo highlighting the amazing art, architecture and parks of this culturally rich city - provided by NxtARROW Buffalo, a business development corporation committed to making Buffalo a world-class center for business development and start-ups

• Luxurious In-Room Manicure from Transitions Salon in Amherst, specializing in natural nail manicures featuring Jessica Cosmetics - a luxurious experience we feel even Gisele would enjoy!
• …and because we’re sure you’re as appreciative of your Mom and Dad as Tom is, MoDA invites your parents for cocktails in the Billiards Salon the evening of your stay…Tom’s parents don’t know what they’re missing!