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Niagara-on-the-Lake’s new mayor Goettler pledges more open town hall, action on flooding

Goettler says residents should see a change in how town hall communicates, with recorded council votes and fewer roadblocks to getting information.

The election is over. What’s next for Niagara-on-the-Lake’s six councillors?

Two fewer councillors. A new lord mayor. And a $13-million infrastructure funding gap that isn't going away. With inauguration set for Nov. 24, NOTL's new council already has lots on its plate.

More tourists, more problems? Business owners have message for new council

As a newly elected council prepares to take office, Queen Street business owners have some requests for managing tourism, like better crowd control and restrictions on temporary vendors.

Amid flood recovery, NOTL Legion prepares for Remembrance Day

The Legion's Remembrance Day ceremonies in Niagara-on-the-Lake are Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at the cenotaph on Queen Street and 1 p.m. at the Niagara Township Cenotaph in Queenston.

NOTLers among finalists in Women In Business Awards

Four women connected to Niagara-on-the-Lake are finalists for a set of annual awards that celebrate women in the world of business, entrepreneurship and non-profits.

Halloween ghost walks sell out every October night in Old Town

Visitors from far and wide followed a lantern-carrying guide through Old Town on Halloween night this year to hear ghost stories about what some believe to be Canada's most haunted town.

Arts: Finding common ground in Niagara’s creative community

The artists of Niagara-on-the-Lake may have different muses and mediums, but as part of the NOTL Arts Collective, they come together as passionate creatives.

See the human side of the paranormal at Fort George

During spooky season, the Friends of Fort George explore the town’s relationship with fear and death through ghost tours at the historic fort.

Where to enjoy a spook-tacular Halloween in NOTL

Whether you're chasing ghosts, dressing to impress or just in it for the candy, Halloween weekend is here — and Niagara-on-the-Lake has plenty of ways to get into the spirit.

Post-election, Niagara-on-the-Lake residents and councillors brace for change

As the clock struck 8 p.m. and polling stations across Niagara-on-the-Lake began to close, dozens made their way inside the main auditorium of the NOTL Community Centre, to watch their political future take shape.

Gary Burroughs very confident in new team set to lead NOTL

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s new deputy lord mayor says residents have voted to be heard — and the incoming council needs to listen and explain its decisions clearly.

NOTL Votes 2026: Voter turnout 52% in this year’s race, up from last election

The 2026 election saw an uptick in voter turnout compared to the election four years ago. Internet voting, which debuted this year, was a big hit.

Andrea Kaiser proud of her grassroots campaign

From start to finish, Andrea Kaiser remained true to herself throughout her campaign for lord mayor, she says: "I wanted to give voters a different choice and that’s what I did."

Mixed fortunes for NOTL tourism amid U.S. tariffs, economic woes

With the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade war and worldwide economic pressures, tourism reports were promising in some areas, less so in others.

A smaller police bill for NOTL? Other towns may pay more, Kaiser says

A push to ease the town's policing bill is gaining ground, with police agreeing to help Niagara Region explore alternative ways to divide costs.

PHOTOS: Poppy Project returns to NOTL ahead of Remembrance Day

Volunteers draped a poppy installation at four locations this week, continuing a tradition that started in 2021 with museum members knitting thousands of poppies. 

Nominations open for Candlelight Stroll fundraising recipients

This year's Candlelight Stroll is set for Dec. 4, and nominations are now open for people to suggest who they would like to receive the funds raised from the event.

‘Absolute, total elation’: Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Vaughn Goettler celebrates lord mayor victory

The lights were low and hopes were high as supporters gathered at Vaughn Goettler’s Ricardo Street home on election night. By night’s end, he had won the three-way race with 5,101 votes.

NOTL Votes 2026: Vaughn Goettler wins Niagara-on-the-Lake’s mayoral race

Niagara-on-the-Lake has chosen its next lord mayor: Vaughn Goettler defeated deputy lord mayor Erwin Wiens and regional councillor Andrea Kaiser in Monday's municipal election with an outright majority.

NOTL Votes 2026: ‘Things that matter should hurt’: Wiens’ daughter turns his own advice on him after election loss

Erwin Wiens, who served the past eight years on council, acknowledged disappointment with the election result but said he was proud the outgoing council's accomplishments.

NOTL Votes 2026: Election polls open until 8 p.m., see results at community centre

Five polling stations in Niagara-on-the-Lake are open until 8 p.m. Live election results will be shared at the Community Centre and notl.com.

NOTL Votes 2026: The business of running a town: Mayoral rivals disagree on the job

At their final public meetup of the campaign, Erwin Wiens, Andrea Kaiser and Vaughn Goettler were divided on a variety of issues, including how a municipality is supposed to be run.

Niagara-on-the-Lake voters at last advance poll before Oct. 26 talk development, planning, patios

Early voting gave some Niagara-on-the-Lake residents peace of mind, while others saw it as an opportunity to make their voices heard ahead of election day.

NOTL Votes 2026: School board trustees speak on student mental health and responsible spending

The Lake Report asked more nominees for trustees what their top three priorities are, why they decided to run and what they would like to change or fix at the school board level.

NOTL Votes 2026: ‘Will they betray your trust again?’ Parliament Oak accusation heats up candidate debate

The gloves came off Thursday night when one council candidate accused two incumbent candidates of betraying residents over the Parliament Oak development.

Restrictions lifted, Niagara-on-the-Lake candidates allowed to canvass at long-term care home

As of Wednesday, Oct. 21, candidates had been granted permission to canvass at Radiant Care Pleasant Manor on Friday between 10:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. following inquiries by The Lake Report.

Flight service to connect Niagara District Airport to Toronto Island’s Billy Bishop

Aspen Air Charters is launching scheduled passenger flights taking travellers between Niagara-on-the-Lake and Toronto, starting Nov. 2.

History familiar and new on display at Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

Sixteen historic and cultural spots in offered free admission for visitors to come in and explore — a walk down memory lanes for some, a chance to know their community better for others.

St. Davids florist expands with shop at Clayfield Commons

Bloom & Co. opened its second location this fall at Clayfield Commons in the Village, an area Falconer said she has heard people call "uptown Niagara-on-the-Lake." "Clayfield feels sort of like the little sister to our St. Davids location," she said.

Niagara-on-the-Lake teen to represent Canada in Youth Olympics

Seventeen-year-old Nolan Grealy dreams of representing Canada at the Rugby World Cup. His selection for the 2026 Youth Olympics is another step toward that goal.

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