Bob Confer
@bobconfer
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Family man Maker of things: @ConferPlastics TV host: WNY Tonight Nature columnist: Lockport USJ; @WellsvilleSun Fan: @Brockport hockey #Nature365
Farm Country: Gasport, NY
Joined December 2008
If ever you feel stressed out about politics, finances, parenting, work, a relationship, or just life in general, come back to this tweet...just listen and relax. Let the call of a loon take you to the wilderness, away from it all.
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The Plug Power factory under construction in Genesee County is now on hold
timesunion.com
In a shift of priorities, Plug Power is pausing plans to build several new green hydrogen factories using $1.66 billion in federal loan guarantees.
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@bobconfer Puerto Rico would fare better as a state than Guam. After living here a few years, observing local politics and budgeting, I've reached a few conclusions. I fully believe if Guam gained statehood, the economy would collapse. It would lose access to discretionary financial
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Do you marvel at how well great blue herons hunt their prey such as fishes and frogs? They can do that because their vision is 3 times better than ours; their eyes can go instantly from telescope to zoom; and, along with all that, they perfectly adjust for refraction #Nature365
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Some Buffalo Bills fans located south of the border are pleading with those in Toronto to stop rooting on their team.
blogto.com
Some Buffalo Bills fans located south of the border are pleading with those in Toronto to stop rooting on their team. It's no secret that Toronto see…
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Niagara County friends, if you know of someone with special needs who would really enjoy a picture with Santa, mark your calendars:
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Twice in recent days, Allegany County shined the spotlight on Alma...my home away from home.
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So, a guy who's behind Artificial Intelligence is also behind engineered babies??
wsj.com
Silicon Valley startups are pushing the boundaries of reproductive genetics, hoping to prevent diseases as well as improve chances for a high IQ and other traits.
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What do you think of statehood for Guam? https://t.co/Mhyd2LDXOq
wsj.com
A U.S. military buildup stokes efforts to change the political status of the island in China’s crosshairs.
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Artificial intelligence
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Good news for Niagara County: Niagara Falls manufacturer, Americarb Inc., is planning a $29 million expansion that could see the company double its local workforce.
audacy.com
Fueled by a new, nearly $13 million contract with the Department of War, Niagara Falls high tech manufacturer, Americarb Inc., is planning a $29 million expansion that could see the company double...
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Good news for Niagara County: There’s a new machine shop moving into NT, at the site of the former Riley Gear
archive.ph
archived 14 Nov 2025 10:10:02 UTC
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With the 70th anniversary of the family farm just a few days away, it was fitting that an extra-special tour happened at Confer Plastics yesterday.
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If you've read our history book or been on one of our factory tours, you know the incredible importance that the farm has had on Confer Plastics. This weekend will mark 70 years that the farm has been part of the Confer family.
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This week's nature column for @WellsvilleSun looks at the common buckthorn, an invasive shrub that's detrimental to native species #Nature365
wellsvillesun.com
Don’t eat the berries!!! By Bob Confer This time of the year you might take notice of shrubs or small trees bearing dark-purple or black berries. Don’t eat them. The […]
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Many weather models are pointing to a cold, snowy December. So, it's a PERFECT year in which to launch a new initiative with sleds. Can't wait to share the big news next week!
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The @Brockport community has lost a great one in Rosie Rich. Lifetime of devotion to campus & village. I have nothing but fond memories of her: High energy, positive energy, always. She & George wanted - and provided - the best for generations of students
fowlerfuneralhomeinc.com
View Rosa A. Rich's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.
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Do you love -- and live -- the Christmas spirit? Then mark your calendars for an extra-special night of WNY Tonight on December 17th!
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Gasport, formerly Jamesport, got its name in 1826 after Erie Canal engineers and Governor Clinton were impressed by the natural gas bubbling from some streams and springs. The profile of Gasport's gas is: methane 92.9%; ethane 6.9%, propane 0.2% #Nature365
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Niagara County veterans, the Fieldstone on Transit Road in Lockport has lunch for you today:
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On this Veterans Day we offer our thanks and love to all veterans and active duty personnel. It's because of your integrity, efforts, risks, and sacrifices that the citizens of this beautiful country can live out their individual, unique American Dreams. Thank you!!
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