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I'll stop the world and Smelt with you

Scenes from the 2012 Smelt Festival

More than 400 pounds of smelt was battered, fried and served Friday during the annual Lewiston Smelt Festival on North Water Street. The event was sponsored by the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce, the Niagara River Anglers, The Silo Restaurant, Waste Management and the Village of Lewiston. (photos/videos by Joshua Maloni)

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Smelt baskets also were served up next door at The Silo Restaurant.

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