Thursday, April 25, 2024

Family of the man behind the iron scow in the Niagara River looking for new ways to preserve its legacy

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After a legendary barge in the Niagara River was dislodged this weekend, family members of the man behind the legend are seeking new ways to preserve its legacy.

The great-grandson of William “Red” Hill senior is beginning a petition to help bring a statue near the site of the wreckage to commemorate his memory.

As Jason Gaidola tells us, the family member says the rusted vessel is the only piece of history left.

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