The Art Of Fly Fishing

Sunday, May 19th, 2013, 8:42am

SOUTHERN TIER, NY-Like many outdoor pursuits,the sport of fly fishing becomes more intricate as experience is gained. Although all fishing requires a strong knowledge of the environment and it's cycles, fly fishing by it's very nature takes that knowledge to a more intimate level.

Especially this time of year, the quarry for many fishermen is trout on small streams. That means that the savvy angler needs to present a realistic bait, which is usually one of the many aquatic insects completing their life cycle and emerging as adults.

Rick Kustich is a seasoned fly fisherman,and has written several books on the subject." Basically what we're trying to target is, these insects live in the water, they mainly live on the bottom of theses streams, and at certain times of the year, certain species emerge to the surface , and that's when they're susceptible to trout. So understanding that emergence and when different insects emerge is the key."

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Dock Expansion at Canalside

Submitted by Maryalice Demler, Anchor

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 11:45pm

BUFFALO, NY-- It just got a lot easier for folks to get close to the water at Buffalo's Canalside.

A ribbon cutting unveiled a 520 foot dock extension along the Central Warf, that doubles the old length, and will allow for up to 40 additional boats to dock at Canalside.

In addition, the additional dock space provides access for kayaks, canoes, water bikes and other non-motorized craft to be launched.

The money for the expansion came from the New York Power Authority and state Inner Harbor funds.

"I welcome you. Enjoy your waterfront!" said Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation President Robert Gioia at the official ribbon cutting on Friday.

"This is all about public access, public process and there will be even more exciting news in the weeks and months ahead on how we can reconnect this community to our valuable waterfront," Gioia added.

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Is Progress Pushing People Out in Buffalo?

Submitted by Claudine Ewing, Reporter

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 11:14pm

BUFFALO, NY - The Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus is growing fast and residents in and around the booming area want to make sure progress isn't pushing people out.

The president of the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus says their recent master plan is all about four communities and one neighborhood. "We knocked on 5,000 doors, we created a group of people who want to learn about the campus and what we're doing now is trying to communicate with them on a regular basis. We've done a very bad job over the years," said Matt Enstice.

As the Medical Campus continues to take shape, there will soon be a new hospital, a medical school and The University at Buffalo is considering moving more of its health science programs to the Medical campus.

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'Top Chef' Star Fabio Viviani to Meet Fans at Amherst Store

Submitted by Joshua Maloni, Niagara Frontier Publications

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 2:43pm

'Top Chef' Star Fabio Viviani to Meet Fans at Amherst Store

In his travels around the world, Fabio Viviani has visited many places. But he's only passed through Western New York. That will change this weekend when he makes a special appearance in Amherst.

The Italian cuisinier and "Top Chef" fan favorite will participate in the grand opening celebration at BJ's Wholesale Club.

"I look forward to be at BJ's; we're going to be there for the event for the opening at the Amherst store. It's going to be great," he said in a phone interview. "We're going to raffle some cookbook, we're going to have some Q-and-As. It'll be a nice event."

Fabio will meet fans, sign copies of his new cookbook, "Fabio's Italian Kitchen," and, hopefully, have enough time left over to visit Niagara Falls.

"That's one of my top five wish list place to visit in the United States when I have time off," he said.

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Love Your Mom and Pop Marketplace at Tri-main Center

Submitted by Tammy Beckman, Getthebuzz716 by Tammy Beckman

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 1:24pm

Love Your Mom and Pop Marketplace at Tri-main Center

Buffalo First!'s is hosting its annual Love Your Mom and Pop campaign vendor marketplace on Saturday, May 18th, 10am-4pm at Tri-Main Center. The Tri-main Building is a landmark Buffalo mixed-use building, home to over 70 locally owned businesses and organizations

The event will feature local food and drink, an artisan and entrepreneur vendor market with 20 vendors perfect for Father’s Day shopping, presentation of our social media contest winners, live local music, local food and drink, kids crafts, and an opportunity for our members and business owners to network and build relationships. The event is free and open to the public.

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New Flavors and Cuisines at Sun Restaurant

Submitted by Don Burtless, Buffalo Eats

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 10:04am

New Flavors and Cuisines at Sun Restaurant

Arriving around 4pm on a Friday, we were able to sit wherever we liked. But when we left the restaurant around 5pm, the parking lot was packed and the dining room was quickly filling up.

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Kennedy, Ryan Welcome Homeowner to Renovated 19th Street Home; Announce Housing Grant for West Side

Submitted by Senator Tim Kennedy, New York State Senator, 58th District

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 9:44am

Kennedy, Ryan Welcome Homeowner to Renovated 19th Street Home; Announce Housing Grant for West Side

Lawmakers announce $175,000 in state funds from NYS Affordable Housing Corporation to help rehab five more homes for ownership opportunities in 19th Street neighborhood.

New homeowner Gary Damon Jr. accepts the keys to his 19th Street home, which Homefront Inc. recently rehabilitated, in a ceremonial key presentation.

Kennedy: Homeownership has always been at the heart of the American Dream, and this state funding will help local families live the American Dream right here on Buffalo’s West Side.

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Senator Tim Kennedy and Assemblyman Sean Ryan today announced a major state grant award to substantially rehabilitate several vacant houses on Buffalo’s West Side. The New York State Affordable Housing Corporation (AHC) will invest $175,000 to renovate five vacant homes in the 19th Street neighborhood – which will, in turn, open up five new affordable opportunities for local families to purchase their own homes.

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