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What engineering mistake is but one of the few remnants of what was once the longest railroad bridge in Greater Western New York?

What engineering mistake is but one of the few remnants of what was once the longest railroad bridge in Greater Western New York?

199 days ago

Nearly a mile long, for seventy years its spindly steel trestle spanned the Genesee River valley. It became a signature piece of man-made triumph whose memory remains forever etched in the minds of old-time Allegany County natives and helped the Erie Railroad become more competitive. More clues would give it [...]

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  • Why the Hamburg Fair Will Always be America’s Fair

    Why the Hamburg Fair Will Always be America’s Fair

    It’s amazing how many Buffalo natives have yet to visit the Erie County Fair. It’s even more amazing to discover...

    September 20, 2012, 12:34 am 0

  • Can You Guess What Famous Candy Spin-Off Debuted in Western New York?

    Can You Guess What Famous Candy Spin-Off Debuted in Western New York?

    This popular spin-off of a famous candy made its world-wide debut in Western New York. It’s since mysteriously disappeared...

    January 29, 2011, 3:54 am 0

  • What Popular Fast Food Item was Invented in Western New York?

    What Popular Fast Food Item was Invented in Western New York?

    Hint: It’s not chicken wings. Here’s a funny story about how a research project my senior year lead me to the answer....

    January 28, 2011, 11:20 pm 0

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