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Remember Crystal Beach?
Remember Crystal Beach?
Remember Crystal Beach?
Patiently we would wait for the bus to take us over the Peace Bridge to Fort Erie, Ontario, and then to Crystal Beach. First we would all have to answer that question with glee, citizenship? USA! We'd shout that from our bus seat, wearing swim suits, anticipating a day of fun in the sun.
The Canada-U.S. Border Is More Bizarre Than You Know
The Canada-U.S. Border Is More Bizarre Than You Know
The Canada-U.S. Border Is More Bizarre Than You Know
The Canada-United States border is a LOT stranger than you might think! Seriously! Did you know that there is a six meter "no touching zone" where trees have been removed across the ENTIRE span of the border. We know that waiting on the Peace Bridge to go back and forth can be a pain, but maybe with this little bit of extra knowledge it will be a little cooler...
Buffalo During Prohibition
Buffalo During Prohibition
Buffalo During Prohibition
It was the 18th Amendment in 1919 that banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of alcohol. It was known as Prohibition, but lasted just over a decade because it killed the economy. Breweries, taverns and restaurants were forced to close, thousands of people lost their jobs and it led to other problems. The biggest of those problems was organized crime specializing in illegal liquor served at
Change in Plaza Rules at Peace Bridge
Change in Plaza Rules at Peace Bridge
Change in Plaza Rules at Peace Bridge
The Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority (Peace Bridge Authority) board of directors announced a new rule in "no idling" zones for the Canada and U.S. secondary Customs plaza areas and  Duty Free parking lots.
How Long Is Too Long to Wait at the US/Canada Border?
How Long Is Too Long to Wait at the US/Canada Border?
How Long Is Too Long to Wait at the US/Canada Border?
It's so nice to get away on the 4th of July. The weather was great this weekend!! I attended the Toronto Jazz Festival  and listened to one of my favorite groups the Roots. I love a great concert and good music.