Prickly Pete Posted January 16, 2016 Posted January 16, 2016 It's all spin anyways... http://www.areavibes.com/library/worst-cities-in-america/
Prickly Pete Posted January 16, 2016 Posted January 16, 2016 well said! Also, Wegmans My god, people pointing to Wegmans as the pride and joy of the area is lame. It's nice, but I have no problem finding quality groceries in Los Angeles.
joemac Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 Buffalo is a great town, with some truly wonderful people. I think Buffalo is on the rise, particularly with schools like UB opening lots of high tech doors to the future.
IronyAbounds Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 I'd love to be able to spend half the year in Buffalo. Even though I only lived there my first 8-1/2 years I still have relatives living there and feel a strong bond to the city. Anyone remember Jet Doughnuts?
John in Jax Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 A little off topic but a great 10 minute video by the still hot Katie Couric of our amazing city, enjoy. http://buffalo.com/2016/01/15/featured/katie-couric-yahoo-release-video-titled-buffalos-big-comeback/ Prior to just now, I have never heard anyone call Katie Couric "hot." Never. Lol
Very wide right Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 It's all spin anyways... http://www.areavibes.com/library/worst-cities-in-america/ And , what do all dem cities have in common???
PromoTheRobot Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 Two things Buffalo has that will propel it in the 21st century are hydro power and vast reserves of fresh water. Hydroelectric power is a green resource that companies looking to reduce their carbon footprint will seek out. And the South and West are running out of water. They won't be able to sustain large populations going forward.
Big Turk Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 Anyone who has lived here the past few years already knows this...but plenty of people will still talk about us like it's the same as it was in the 1980's here...they are simply wrong.
Deranged Rhino Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 My god, people pointing to Wegmans as the pride and joy of the area is lame. It's nice, but I have no problem finding quality groceries in Los Angeles. There isn't a single grocery store in LA that compares to Wegmans' quality or selection.
Prickly Pete Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 There isn't a single grocery store in LA that compares to Wegmans' quality or selection. Mr. Emoticon! Probably not, but I can find anything I want. I may have to go to 2 stores. You're right though, I should probably move back for the grocery shopping.
Deranged Rhino Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 (edited) Mr. Emoticon! Probably not, but I can find anything I want. I may have to go to 2 stores. You're right though, I should probably move back for the grocery shopping. I didn't say you should move back because of it. I said you're kidding yourself if you don't think Wegmans is special. There's no grocery store in the country that matches it. Considering it employs a large number of folks in WNY, taking pride in it isn't silly. Edited January 17, 2016 by Deranged Rhino
Prickly Pete Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 I didn't say you should move back because of it. I said you're kidding yourself if you don't think Wegmans is special. There's no grocery store in the country that matches it. Considering it employs a large number of folks in WNY, taking pride in it isn't silly. Cool, next time I hear someone dissing Buffalo, I will whip out "yeah, well what about Wegmans, huh? You'll never know the pleasure!". I'm sure they will be speechless.
Deranged Rhino Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 Cool, next time I hear someone dissing Buffalo, I will whip out "yeah, well what about Wegmans, huh? You'll never know the pleasure!". I'm sure they will be speechless.
Prickly Pete Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 neutral corners please ahh...it's all good fun, BB!
billsfan_34 Posted January 17, 2016 Author Posted January 17, 2016 Cool, next time I hear someone dissing Buffalo, I will whip out "yeah, well what about Wegmans, huh? You'll never know the pleasure!". I'm sure they will be speechless. Wegmans is just an added bonus to a great place to live.
indiragandhi'sthong Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 As someone that moved back in 2005, you it's not be anywhere near the city limits. I work in downtown right off of Elmwood and in the last 2-3 the amount of building projects, cranes, electricians, carpenters, plumbers, etc downtown is noticeable everyday. According to CNN, Buffalo is 12th in the nation for construction and infrastructure projects currently underway. The medical corridor, solar city, the amount of historic building being renovated for dual purposes of business and apartments, and the young people choosing to move downtown is all there to see. I'm not sure where you are writing from, but it's clear you haven't been to the Queen City in awhile. Is there work still to do? Absolutely. But Cuomo is delivering on the Buffalo billion, the Pegulas have a strong presence downtown and investors from the area, Across the border and across the country are putting their money here. Are NY taxes higher? Sure. But, so are services. As a parent of a special needs child, there are few states that can match the assistance, educational opportunities, medical care, that NY, and in particular Buffslo, offers. And as for weather, my kids were at the park in January. Do we have some snowstorms? Sure do. But no hurricanes, tornados, or tropical storms that require FEMA assistance on a regular basis. I can snowblower a few times a year, enjoy all four seasons, and some of the best food choices in the nation.
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