Monthly Archives: June 2006

AMD coming to NY… but at a very high cost

Posted on June 25, 2006 by Derek

From the WNY Progress Report: I know some will question the rationale in New York giving $1.2 billion in tax breaks and other incentives to a private company, but I think such questions can be easily answered in 2 ways: … Continue reading →

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Prison Premiere

Posted on June 24, 2006 by Derek

The Prison of the Psychotic Damned premiere went really well! The first screening was standing room only, and the second was pretty full as well. For a full review, check out North Buffalo Journal and Review’s recap of the event. … Continue reading →

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Red Hot

Posted on June 24, 2006 by Derek

We had a street sale today. If we could have sold the answer to what this plant is, we might have actually made some money. This plant is called a Red Hot Poker, Poker Plant, or Torch Lily. It’s pretty … Continue reading →

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The response to Buffalo FUD

Posted on June 21, 2006 by Derek

BuffaloGeek has touched off a flurry of commentary about another couple downer articles in the news today. Another census analysis on Buffalo’s increasing population loss, and yet another iteration of the “all the young people are leaving” requiem. I was … Continue reading →

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FYI: FYE

Posted on June 21, 2006 by Derek

Well, it certainly didn’t take long for a replacement for Media Play to move in. Albany-based Trans World Entertainment (NASDAQ: TWMC), operators of several music and video chains, signed long-term leases to operate two of the region’s five Media Play … Continue reading →

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Smokey Bones changing up their formula?

Posted on June 21, 2006 by Derek

Caught this on MarketWatch today: DES MOINES, Iowa (MarketWatch) — Darden Restaurants Inc. (DRI) said Wednesday it may change the name of its struggling Smokey Bones barbecue chain as part of efforts to improve its appeal. Because the casual-dining operator … Continue reading →

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Prison of the Psychotic Damned Friday!

Posted on June 21, 2006 by Derek

You’ve been floored by the reality of Flipped, now come leave reality behind for awhile to see a completely different type of movie. Prison of the Psychotic Damned premieres this Friday, June 23, at the Central Terminal. Doors open at … Continue reading →

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Broadway-Fillmore Alive Meeting Slideshow

Posted on June 20, 2006 by Derek

To go along with Amanda’s recap, here’s a short video montage.

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First Broadway Fillmore Alive Meeting

Posted on June 19, 2006 by Amanda

Monday evening the first Broadway Fillmore Alive meeting occured at the Buffalo Central Terminal. It was well attended and the group’s main philosophy and agenda for the coming months was discussed. First to speak was Chris Byrd, one of the … Continue reading →

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The Central Terminal buffalo, transplanted

Posted on June 19, 2006 by Derek

Courtesy of Caffeinated Gonzo, this buffalo, located at the University of Buffalo north campus, is a recast of the plaster-cast bronze painted buffalo that was located at the Central Terminal. When UB was looking to have a statue made for … Continue reading →

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