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Internet Sales Tax Fairness

Resources about Internet Sales Tax Fairness from the New Rules Project, a program of the Institute for Local Self-Reliance. Find out more about New York's "Amazon Law".

Buffalo Rising: All New Local Coupon Book

A Buffalo Rising Article highlighting Buffalo First's brand new 2010 All-Lcoal Coupon Book! The Book features over $4000 in savings at local businesses, museums, galleries, theatres and non-profits throughout WNY. Pick up a copy today!

Route to Recovery: Buffalo groups seek ways to help local businesses

Reuters Blog detailing a "trip through the epicenters of the recession", featuring interviews with Buffalo First's Executive Director, Amy Kedron, along with the Elmwood Village Association's Executive Director, Justin Azzarella. Written by Nick Carey. November 24th, 2009.

5 Questions with Amy Kedron: Local Business Booster

Artvoice interview with Buffalo First's Executive Director, Amy Kedron. November 2009.

Buffalo First looks to Bring Local Business to Waterfront

A Buffalo Rising article featuring Buffalo First's Waterfront Tour and Business Mixer event on Tuesday, July 21st.

Local Washing by Stacy Mitchell

Thursday, July 9, 2009: ArtVoice feature regarding the "corporate co-opt of the buy-local movement." Author Stacy Mitchell is a senior researcher with the New Rules Project (www.newrules.org) and author of Big-Box Swindle: The True Cost of Mega-Retailers and the Fight for America's Independent Businesses (Beacon, 2006).

Discount Diva: Dad will be glad you had such a deal

June 15th, 2009: Buffalo News article highlighting Buffalo First's "Love Your Mom and Pop Promotion." Written by Samantha Maziarz Christmann. Click the link below to view the article.

Buffalo Rising: Caz Coffee Cafe- A Hidden Gem

A Buffalo Rising article highlighting South Buffalo's Caz Coffee Cafe, a Buffalo First member. Owner, Chris Murawski is also on our organization's Board of Directors! Click the link below to view this article.

The Buffalo News: A Push to Promote Mom and Pop Stores

Local Stores Offer Holiday Discounts to Lure Shoppers for Mother's/Father's Day By George Pyle; April 29, 2009.

The Buffalo News: Policy paper calls for green design at Erie Canal Harbor

An article concerning the development of Erie Canal Harbor. Also featuring insights from The Partnership for the Public Good, as well as Buffalo First's Executive Director, Amy Kedron, among others. By Mark Sommer April 27, 2009.

The Buffalo News: Visit Local Restaurants, GIve Economy a Boost.

An article featuring great insights into the benefits of eating and shopping locally. Author: Ross Runfola Jr., March 25, 2009.

Bookselling This Week: Promoting Buffalo First

An article that shows some of the many benefits of local first initiatives. Author: David Grogan, March 11, 2009.

Business Week: To Beat Recession, Indies Launch Buy-Local Push

Small business owners are banding together to encourage customers to shop nearby independents. Would such a campaign help your business? Author: John Tozzi, February 27, 2009.

Bufffalo Rising: Buffalo First Comes to Chow Chocolat

Buffalo Rising discusses our "Building Local Wealth" event, hosted by Chow Chocolat. By Chao Li, July 7, 2008.

The Buffalo News: Farmers Markets

Lower prices drive renewed interest in farmers' markets: Consumers seek bargains and homegrown quality. By Natalie Morera, June 12, 2008

Artvoice: Green Options Buffalo is on the GO!

Biking in Buffalo has become easier thanks to the hard work of Justin Booth and GO Buffalo. By Rebekah A. Williams, May 29, 2008

Artvoice: Fresh and Local

Buffalo First hosts a local food summit for area restaurants, retailers, and growers. Author: Lauren N. Maynard, April 10, 2008.

Buffalo Spree: Putting Buffalo First

Being green is easier than you think. Author: Cynnie Gaasch, April 2008.

Buffalo Spree: Profit & Planet

Buffalo finds eco-friendly ways of doing business. Author: Lauren Maynard, April 2008.

Block Club Magazine: Buffalo Bucks

The whys and hows of shopping locally. Author: Ben Siegel, Nov/Dec 2007.

The Buffalo News: Group Says Buying Locally Helps Small Shops and Public

"Buy Buffalo Week" encourages local residents to support independent businesses. By Mark Sommer, October 29, 2007

The Buffalo News: "Buffalo First" Encourages Area Businesses to Buy Locally

Director Amy Kedron's hard work during Buffalo First's infancy allowed the organization to take off. By Michelle Kearns, August 7, 2006.

Business First: Buffalo First, Selling the Idea of Buying Locally

Buffalo First gives local businesses a chance to band together. Author: David Bertola, April 13, 2007.

Buffalo Rising: Buffalo First on Food

Making small adjustments when purchasing food can make a huge impact. Author: Christina Seychew, September 20, 2007.

Give A Gift to Your Community and Shop Locally

"Another Voice" submission by Amy Kedron to the Buffalo News

Artvoice Cover Story: Recycle Your Cash

Buffalo First offers a blueprint for keeping your dollars local, by Lauren Maynard, June 28, 2007.