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π± Why a stolen-car chase ended at 22nd and Ferry Avenue
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Morning Niagara Falls! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. βοΈ
In today's newsletter:
- Why a stolen-car chase ended at 22nd and Ferry Avenue
- Can you decipher the nearly unreadable sign found in Niagara Falls?
Also on today's calendar: sea lion presentation.
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Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? π€ (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: A little afternoon rain, with a high of 49 and low of 35 degrees.
- Friday: Rain and snow showers, temps: high: 40, low: 24.
- Saturday: Cloudy, with a high of 39 and low of 28 degrees.
π° News we're reading
β’ Three teenagers face charges after police chase in Niagara County (wkbw.com) β Police say three teenagers in a stolen car led officers on a chase that ended in a crash at 22nd Street and Ferry Avenue in Niagara Falls, N.Y. The teens, ages 14 and 16, are accused of wearing masks and attempting to steal other cars before fleeing. They now face multiple charges and were released on appearance tickets while more charges are pending.
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β’ How to Take a Walkβin Buffalo, and Beyond: Enjoying those 'Wonky' Signs (buffalorising.com) β A Buffalo-based walking duo shares a playful photo-essay of broken and quirky business signs theyβve spotted across the city and nearby communities. Among the many βwonkyβ signs, they highlight one in Niagara Falls and another referencing an unbuilt Summit Park project there, inviting readers to notice similar visual oddities on their own walks.
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πΈ Around Niagara Falls
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π Upcoming Events in Niagara Falls
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- Lug Your Mug in A Winter Wonder
Niagara Falls Visitor Center Parking Lot 1, Niagara Falls
5:30 pm
Friday December 19
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Other local events
- sea lion presentation
Aquarium of Niagara , 701 Whirlpool St , Niagara Falls
1:00 pm - Charity Gift Wrapping Station benefitting the Niagara SPCA (Copy) (Copy)
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA , 1900 Military Rd , Niagara Falls
1:00 pm
Saturday December 20
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π Events Nearby
- Agricultural Advisory Board
Grand Island, NY Calendar , 2255 Baseline Rd , Grand Island
10:00 am - Itty Bitty Storytime
Grand Island Memorial Library
10:00 am - penguin presentation
Aquarium of Niagara , 701 Whirlpool St , Niagara Falls
4:00 pm - A TRIBUTE TO QUINCY JONES
The Buffalo History Museum , 1 Museum Ct , Buffalo
6:00 pm - Arts and Crafts Night
Niagara Falls Visitor Center Parking Lot 1
6:00 pm - Technology Advisory Board
Grand Island, NY Calendar Grand Island, NY 14072
7:00 pm - 'Twas the Night Before... by Cirque du Soleil
Shea's Buffalo Theatre , 646 Main St , Buffalo
7:30 pm - Bisons Skill Session
Niagara Falls Ice Pavilion , 911 Robbins Dr , Niagara Falls
6:00 pm - Niagara University Purple Eagles Womens Basketball vs. Siena Womens Basketball
Gallagher Center , Lower Level , Niagara University , Niagara University
6:00 pm
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
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π¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- my dog, Swwet pea took off today going down 13tht.
toward niagara. she is a jack russel and chaugha mix. I am so worried about her. she has a urple harness on and a pink collar which has her⦠(Nextdoor East Side BC NFNY) - UPDATE: I've contacted a few people for quotes.
Thank you kindly to all who responded. I have a few jobs and in need of a handyperson to quote the work. First, I have a range hood with a two⦠(Nextdoor 22nd Ave)
- PSG Global Solutions posted a job opening for Group Logistics Manager - Dedicated Transportation in Niagara Falls. Apply here.
- Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Cake Decorator in Niagara Falls. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Niagara Falls here.
π Nearby News
Niagara
- Volunteers can join three upcoming local bird counts (lockportjournal.com)
- Public ice rinks now open at two Niagara County parks (wgrz.com)
- Niagara Falls, Ontario, Soon To Be Known As Las Vegas Of The North (wyrk.com)
Lewiston
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