Category Archives: Buffalo

Derek’s thoughts on Buffalo-related issues

Go west, young man. Then south. Then north. Then east. Pay toll. Twice.

Posted on July 28, 2009 by Derek

I saw this bit of ridiculousness in the Buffalo News today: The eastbound entrance ramp to the Thurway at Exit 49 (Depew-Lockport-Route 78) will be temporarily closed from 8 p.m. Wednesday until 6 a.m. Thursday, due to a maintenance project, … Continue reading →

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Oh, no. There’s no room for one more track at the Central Terminal!

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Derek

It’s a good thing we have all those braniacs working at the New York State Department of Transportation to tell us things like “the presence of freight traffic would make the Central Terminal ill-suited to be a passenger rail station … Continue reading →

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Two more from Small Strobes, Big Results

Posted on June 29, 2009 by Derek

Here’s two more shots from Small Strobes, Big Results Buffalo. What’s really cool about these is the complete difference between the actual scene and the shot created with artificial light. Here’s a great example. Reality: But here’s the shot we … Continue reading →

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David Tejada – Small Strobes Big Results Buffalo

Posted on June 28, 2009 by Derek

David Tejada brought his Small Strobes Big Results workshop to Buffalo, courtesy of Buffalo’s best wedding photographers – Nickel City Studios. The shooting part of the afternoon was held at the Central Terminal, and since I was their liason to … Continue reading →

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No one better for the job!

Posted on June 23, 2009 by Derek

A huge congratulations goes out to our good friend, and Central Terminal Restoration Corporation President, Mike Miller, for being appointed Executive Director of Preservation Buffalo Niagara. Mike is leaving his job at M&T Bank to take on this new role, … Continue reading →

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Gil Perreault’s 500th Goal

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Derek

Ok Buffalo Sports fans, I need some help. My most memorable Aud experience was going to the game where they honored Gil Perreault’s 500 goals. I remember getting a pennant and the Sabres driving a car out on the ice … Continue reading →

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Ghost Hunters

Posted on May 23, 2009 by Derek

A photo of us and other CTRC members with the cast of Ghost Hunters, in front of Christine.

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Ticket Cameras in Buffalo

Posted on May 16, 2009 by Derek

Ticket cameras. Politicians love them because it’s an easy sell to the safety advocates, and if you say you’re against them, then you must be a criminal. Now at least some Buffalo politicians, such as Mayor Brown, are on the … Continue reading →

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I sold a photo for a book cover!

Posted on May 9, 2009 by Derek

Back in July of last year, I was at the Central Terminal with my camera when we had one of those odd weather days that resulted in a fabulous sunset. I posted the photos up on my blog and on … Continue reading →

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Dyngus Day 2009

Posted on April 13, 2009 by Derek

I was only going to go to the Terminal for a couple hours to help out with Dyngus Day, but the crowds were so overwhelming that I ended up staying all night to help! It was wildly successful, and there … Continue reading →

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