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Left and Right Converging
posted November 20, 4:08 pm on Artvoice DailyAV columnist Bruce Fisher sends in this reflection on How Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner’s bad economics could turn Blue states Red in 2010: Jim Hightower, the former Texas politician and veteran political wit, was fond of excoriating political moderates as he was of skewering Republicans. “Ain’t nothin’ in the middle of the road but yellow lines ... (more)
Wondering where to chill this Winter? Check out Parings Wine Bar
posted November 20, 2:30 pm on Chew on ThisIf you’re searching for a cozy environment to socialize in this winter, check out Parings Wine Bar (5893 Main Street, Williamsville, N.Y. (716) 630-5951). Some of Parings perks include a separate sitting room complete with leather sofas, chairs, and a fireplace, full bar service, free wi-fi, flat screen TV’s, and a relaxing dining room area where you can sample small plates, cheese flights, & wines... (more)
Tonight: Mir Ali @ the Unitarian Church
posted November 20, 1:00 pm on Artvoice DailyThe Classics on Elmwood concert series returns tonight from a two-year hiatus with a performance featuring internationally renowned guitarist Mir Ali. Accompanying him will be members of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Amelie Fradette (cello), Betsy Reeds (flute), and associate concertmaster Amy Glidden (violin). This concert will also function as the quartet’s release of their collaborative ... (more)
Wheels in the Grass with Jim Corbran
posted November 19, 6:35 pm on Artvoice DailyWhat you’re looking at is one of 120,616 1949 Mercury coupes built by the Ford Motor Company. And I’d guess that about 120,600 of them were eventually chopped, lowered, and given zoomy paint jobs during the custom-car craze of the 1950s. This is one of the most popular cars for customizers, and it’s amazing to ... (more)
This Modern World: Health Care, Not That Complicated
posted November 19, 12:30 pm on Artvoice DailyRemember New London!
posted November 17, 11:20 am on Artvoice DailyRemember New London, Connecticut? In 2005, the struggling city won a Supreme Court case to bulldoze the homes of many residents, citing eminent domain, to make way for a huge expansion for Pfizer Pharmaceuticals. The city threw in crazy tax breaks to lure the company there, in an effort to revitalize the city. The company ... (more)
Illuzzi Blows a Gasket
posted November 17, 10:22 am on Artvoice DailyFor a born-again, turn-the-other-cheek, ride-that-Gospel-ship, my-check-kiting-days-are-over Christian, Joe Illuzzi certainly is given to fits of stunning vituperation. The bile he unloaded last night is particularly freighted with hate and slander. On Cheektowaga Democratic chairman Frank Max: One of the bloggers arrested for indecent exposure known for fabricating stories, libel, etc. & getting paid to do it wrote ... (more)
Tonight: The Lebowski Festival @ Voelker’s
posted November 14, 2:00 pm on Artvoice DailyTonight is the second annual celebration of all things Lebowski at Voelker Lanes (corner of Elmwood and Amherst, across from Joe’s Garage). Thirty dollars (a portion of which benefits the local chapter of the American Cancer Society) buys you unlimited bowling and shoe rental, some local comedians, live music, and an open bar from 11pm ... (more)
If Holt Had to Go, So Does Davis
posted November 14, 1:17 pm on Artvoice DailyHere’s the letter Erie County Attorney Larry Rubin wrote to Legislature Chair Lynn Marinelli in January 2007 after Legislator Butch Holt plead guilty to tax evasion charges: January 24, 2007 VIA HAND DELIVERY Hon. Lynn M. Marinelli, Chairperson Erie County Legislature 92 Franklin Street, 4th Floor Buffalo, New York 14202 Dear Madame Chairperson: It is my duty to formally advise you that, in ... (more)
Davis and the Public Officers Law
posted November 13, 7:23 pm on Artvoice DailyI’m told the Common Council President Dave Franczyk has asked city attorneys for a ruling on whether the guilty plea offered in court today by Ellicott District Councilmember Brian Davis vacates his office. As you may recall, former Erie County Legislator Butch Holt lost his seat upon pleading guilty to misdemeanor tax evasion charges in 2006, ... (more)
Brian Davis Takes Plea, (Maybe?) To Resign Office
posted November 13, 11:41 am on Artvoice DailyWord is that Brian Davis will resign claims he is not resigning the Ellicott District Common Council seat this afternoon at one o’clock, after pleading guilty this morning to two criminal charges brought by New York State Police in Judge Thomas Amodeo’s court. Not a lot of callbacks on this story: Brian Davis isn’t answering his ... (more)
Bisons featured in national ad campaign
posted November 12, 7:44 pm on Artvoice DailyThe Buffalo Bisons are featured in a national ad campaign for AT&T. Yep. you read that right! Today the Bisons released the video to the public, depicting a newly called up player racing to get to the ballpark on time. Using his navigation app on the phone to give the driver directions, then showing the ... (more)
This Modern World: When History Began
posted November 12, 4:22 pm on Artvoice Daily$8 Billion in New Taxes and Fees on Whom?
posted November 9, 1:00 pm on Artvoice DailyThe print edition of today’s Buffalo News features two extra editorial pages. Resembling two full-page ads, the “Buffalo News Editorial Opinion: Say No to State Government Incompetence” lists over 75 new taxes, fees, and other “revenue raising items.” But rather than let the figures speak for themselves, a large upper-case font, superimposed over the list ... (more)
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