Parts of the Tonawanda section of the Erie Canal was dug up through to Black Rock and covered over. Today that section in the City of Tonawanda is Niawanda Park. which is situated on the Niagara River.

It is at the northern edge of Erie County, south across the Erie Canal (Tonawanda Creek) from North Tonawanda, east of Grand Island, and north of Buffalo. It is part of the Buffalo-Niagara Falls metropolitan area. The city's name is from the word Tahnawá teh in Tuscarora meaning 'confluent stream'. [3][4]

Tonawanda, which means "swift waters," was the name given to the area by Neuter and Erie Indians, the area’s original inhabitants, and it probably refers to the Niagara River current.

From outdoor adventures to interesting landmarks, Tonawanda offers a unique mix of attractions that cater to all ages. Today, we’ll look at some of the best things to do in Tonawanda.

25 Best & Fun Things to Do in Tonawanda NY - The Tourist Checklist

Developers are proposing a 500,000-square-foot AI data center on the 140-acre former Tonawanda Coke industrial site along River Road.

Proposed $2B AI data center raises questions in Town of Tonawanda - WKBW

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