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May. 27, 2022 | Friday
Staff Profile
Richard Harley, Editor-in-Chief
Editorial
Opinion, Featured
Editorial: Virgil Stampede was the medicine we needed
Newark Neighbours is looking for a new home so it can expand its food shelf space. (Evan Saunders)
News
Newark Neighbours asks for help finding a new home
Bashar Haddad and his son Shebl set up a small sale stand at the Orchard Park community garage sale on Saturday. (Richard Harley)
News
Spring sale spree in Niagara-on-the-Lake
The Queen Street Cenotaph is an iconic part of NOTL. (File)
News
Parade will mark 100th birthday of iconic NOTL clock tower cenotaph
An employee of Albion Amusements Inc. sets up one of the rides in anticipation for the first day of the Virgil Stampede this Saturday. (Evan Saunders)
News
Eager kids anticipate fun, friends and food at Virgil Stampede
Supplied photo.
News
Pie'za giving away free pizzas to help Toronto mission
Tim Balasiuk shows off his salvaged Krusty the Clown basketball. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL beach cleanup removes thousands of pieces of litter
Pillar and Post staff on a Vintage Hotels trolley. (Supplied)
News
Vintage Hotels preparing for 'pent-up demand'
Lord Mayor Betty Disero helps Battle of the Atlantic veteran Fred Martin fasten his Queen's Platinum Jubilee pin at the Sunday memorial. (Richard Harley)
News
Battle of the Atlantic remembered in NOTL ceremony
File photo
News
PLACED--- PRINT: Comedy show
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Plenty to be excited about
From left, Kaspar Pold, Teresa Wong, Janice Dodd and Michael Dodd. Teresa and Janice have become close friends after a story in The Lake Report sparked a connection between the two mothers, both from Hong Kong. (Richard Harley)
News
A helping hand: Two mothers become fast friends thanks to Lake Report story
Brian Carberry and Jan Van Haren brought out loads of silver to sell at their garage sale fundraiser for Ukraine. (Richard Harley)
News
Garage sale for Ukraine raises $3,200
NOTL comedian Joe Pillitteri will host the gala event for the Garden City Comedy Festival. (Richard Harley/File)
News
Garden City Comedy Festival returns for four days in June
Steve Janzen, general manager of Balzac’s stands at the newly opened patio. (Supplied)
News
Balzac's installs new patio made from 72,000 plastic bags
John Bobrel picks up a plastic straw, just one of the many pieces of trash he picked up on Saturday. (Richard Harley)
News
Spring road cleanup coincides with Earth Day weekend
Editorial.
Opinion, Featured
Editorial: COVID is making the rounds ... again
Editorial.
Opinion, Featured
Editorial: Happy ending to learning pod saga
Chef Ray Syegco cooks up porchetta and pastrami brisket. (Evan Saunders)
News
Alitura open house attracts crowds despite rain
Visitors out on Queen Street on Saturday. (Richard Harley)
News
Visitors have started to return to downtown NOTL
Top Chefs Erica and Josh Karbelnick. (Supplied)
News
Garrison House hosting Top Chef Canada winner for special dinner
Tom Rooney as Cyrano and Jeff Irving as Christian in "Cyrano de Bergerac." The show is on until May 8 at the Royal George Theatre. (David Cooper)
News
Shaw Review: 'Cyrano' is a mix of humour and heartache
NOTL Snaps.
News
NOTL Snaps: Foggy days, first sunset of spring
The Easter Bunny will be a special guest at the Easter celebrations. (Supplied)
News
Bunny Trail and Kinsmen Easter Egg Hunt return in April
Julie Hunter and Natalie Dick sell strawberries at the 2019 Strawberry Festival. (File/Richard Harley)
News
Return of the Festivals: NOTL's much-loved summer events return
Editorial.
Opinion, Featured
Editorial: Some sensible solutions to short-term rental problem
Catherine Leniarsky is collecting donations all weekend for the Lincoln County Community Fridge. (Supplied photo)
News
NOTL woman running weekend food drive to help fill St. Catharines community fridge
Orville Bronn, a seasonal farm worker from Jamaica, picks up a few essential items at the Farmworker Hub in Virgil on Sunday. (Richard Harley)
News
Farmworker Hub part of a growing community chain to support seasonal workers
The minor hockey tournament in NOTL this past weekend saw the arena filled with cheering fans and parents, a refreshing site after two years of pandemic precautions. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL March break hockey tournament a sign of life returning to normal
The Town of NOTL’s women leaders chief administrative officer Marnie Cluckie, Lord Mayor Betty Disero, Coun Sandra O’Connor and Coun. Wendy Cheropita. (Richard Harley)
News
In NOTL, strong women are leading by example
Editorial.
Opinion, Featured
Editorial: The fierce women of NOTL
Teresa Wong looks out ...
News
Leaving the new Hong Kong for the freedom of Canada
Tara Rosling and her daughter Eliana are hosting a bake sale for Ukraine on Sunday. (Supplied)
News
NOTL actor holding fundraiser for Ukrainian relief effort
Minerva Ward is the new president of the NOTL Chamber of Commerce. (Supplied)
News
New chamber president says focus is on official tourism strategy
Rod Gardner, director of the Learn to Sail program, is hoping for students to register for the course. (Richard Harley)
News
Sailing school returns after two years, club looking for kids to register
According to leaked data, some 25 NOTL residents donated a total of $3,000 to the "Freedom convoy." (Richard Harley)
News
Data shows 25 convoy donations from NOTL
Andre and Kim Kostiuk, with their dog Emma, stand in front of their Hunter Road farm. The property was purchased by Andre's grandfather Omelan, who fled Ukraine for the freedom of Canada during the Second World War. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTLers reflect on Ukraine, past and present
Brian Marshall.
News
Arch-i-text: A new vision for affordable housing
Niagara College installed its own rainbow crosswalk in 2019. (Brittany Carter)
News
Anatomy of a rainbow crosswalk: Why does it cost so much?
Jordon Williams, who ran unsuccessfully for NOTL town council in 2018 and unsuccessfully sought the provincial Tory nomination, has been the subject of a vigilante sting operation into the exploitation of minors. (Richard Harley/File)
News
NOTL man caught in vigilante video sting
Logan Bell, 20, finds suspected predators in the Niagara region through hook-up apps. After a subject has agreed to meet an underage child, he then confronts them in person and films a video of the interaction. (Sourced/Youtube)
News
Police discourage vigilantes from conducting investigations
Sabrina Liszak and Amber Buchan give out rapid test kits and Simpson's Pharmacy. (Richard Harley)
News
Everyone's 'breathing sigh of relief' as pharmacies well-stocked with rapid test kits
The flag of Ukraine. (Sourced)
News
Ukrainians in Niagara feeling fear, anger as Russia invades
Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Jordon Williams has resigned from the board of OUTniagara. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
NOTL man forced to quit OUTniagara board of directors
"Freedom Convoy" supporters at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Husky truck stop on Jan. 27. (Evan Saunders/File)
News
Data leak suggests at least 25 donations to trucker convoy came from NOTL
Rotarians Tim Lutton and Chris Hatch collect donations at the first collection date Feb. 12. Another collection date is set for Feb. 26. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL Rotary collecting donations Saturday for Gigantic Garage Sale in May
Shane Sherlock. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
Community bands together after death of NOTL father
The Niagara District Airport is nearing the end of its search for a third-operator. (Evan Saunders/File)
News
Niagara District Airport inching closer to finding third-party operator
Nick Ruller stands with the historic firefighting equipment on display at the Old Town Fire Station. (Evan Saunders/File)
News
Editorial: The best to 'rockstar' Nick Ruller
Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Chris Smith says he's been vaccinated and boosted, but he's become fed up with continued restrictions. (Richard Harley)
News
'Freedom convoy' of protesters gathers again at Niagara-on-the-Lake truck stop
File photo.
News
You ask, we answer: Who's responsible for clearing snow around fire hydrants?
Chamber president Eduardo Lafforgue is ready for the colder clime of the Yukon. (File)
News
Lafforgue leaving NOTL chamber for tourism job in Yukon
Willowbank’s vice-chair John Scott says selling the unused property is the best option for the school. (Richard Harley)
News
Willowbank to sell historic former Laura Secord school property
Niagara Long Term Care residence in Niagara-on-the-Lake
News
Niagara Long Term Care outbreak is easing up
Editorial
Opinion
Editorial: Coun. Zalepa and the St. Davids roundabout
Letter to the editor
News
Opinion: Open letter from Niagara Centre MP Vance Badawey
A truck passes by an excited crowd at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Huskey Travel Centre on York Road Thursday morning. The crowd was there to support the Canada-wide "freedom convoy" that's headed to Ottawa to protest vaccine mandates. (Richard Harley)
News
'Freedom Convoy' of truckers rolls through Niagara-on-the-Lake
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Time to shut down maskless 'alternative learning' school
The Pink Pearl fundraiser is Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. (Supplied photo)
News
Pink Pearl fundraiser to support young women coping with cancer
Father and son Evan and AJ Harlond at their homemade indoor rink. (Richard Harley)
News
Indoor home hockey rink keeps AAA player on the ice
Angel Inn executive chef Tim MacDonald holds up some pub-style fish and chips, a recipe he says hasn't changed in 36 years. (Richard Harley)
News
Upper Canada Food Guide: Angel Inn is about good times, good food
James Freeman-Guy and Violet LeBrument, 6, are the first skaters at the Virgil community rink Saturday. (Richard Harley)
News
Virgil community rink officially opens for public skating
Dr. Mustafa Hirji said public health should be able to suspend unvaccinated students. (File)
News
Hirji wants COVID added to Immunization of School Pupils Act, so unvaccinated kids can be suspended if necessary
The Niagara Long Term Care Residence. (Richard Harley)
News
Two deaths as Niagara Long Term Care COVID outbreak continues
The Kane family, father Todd, daughters Victoria and Helena, and mother Anett at the Budapest Bakeshop. (Richard Harley)
News
Upper Canada Food Guide: Budapest Bakeshop is all about freshness
Tara Rolsing (new photo coming of "T'rina," hopefully)
News
NOTL actor’s role is out of this world
Anett and Todd Kane (Budapest Bakeshop), Adam Brooker (The Irish Harp Pub, David Watt (The Garrison House), Ryan Crawford (Ruffino's Pasta Bar & Grill and BarBea), Paul Dietsch (Sandtrap Pub & Grill) and Paul Harber (Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery). Missing is Kelly Turner of the Angel Inn. These restaurant runners have banded together to put this takeout menu out for the community, to encourage people to support local during continued lockdown restrictions. (Richard Harley)
News
Upper Canada Food Guide will help NOTL restaurants weather lockdown
Niagara Long Term Care Residence. (File)
News
COVID outbreak at NOTL care home grows to 28 cases
Niagara’s chief medical officer of health says due to the lack of testing for COVID-19, it’s likely that the number of cases is vastly underestimated. (File photo)
News
Niagara COVID-19 cases could be vastly underestimated: Hirji
Volunteers help paint a rainbow sidewalk at Niagara College. (Brittany Carter)
News
Residents split on idea of rainbow crosswalk, Lake Report survey finds
File photo.
News
COVID-19: Niagara Long Term Care outbreak grows to nine residents, nine staff
Niagara Long Term Care on Wellington Street is dealing with one patient COVID case and two staff cases. (File)
News
COVID-19: Outbreak declared at Niagara Long Term Care in NOTL
People young and old gathered along the route of the Virgil tractor parade on Thursday. (Richard Harley)
News
PHOTOS: Tractor parade cruises through NOTL, lights ablaze
Lucia Bicknell and Hannah Guthrie face off on Squash Canada’s glass court. (Richard Harley)
News
Glass court featured as White Oaks hosts junior squash open
Ian Zancola and his crew put up the barriers for the new community rink. (Richard Harley)
News
Work begins on Virgil's outdoor community rink
From left: Marilyn Bartlett, Alan Gordon and Connie Tintinalli. Together they have formed a group called Preserve Our Special Town. (Richard Harley)
News
Residents form group to fight for respectful Parliament Oak plan
Editorial.
Opinion, Featured
Editorial: This one's for you
The historic "Smithy" building is moved by crane to its new location on Nov. 26. (Supplied)
News
'The Smithy' relocated to final resting place on Queen Street
Willow Cakes & Pastries donates an edible Christmas spread every year to the Rotary Club's Holiday House Tour. (Evan Saunders)
News
NOTL bakery sets the bar high for Holiday House Tour
Rachel Brooks, Parks Canada archaeologist, exploring the earth on the Commons at Butler's Barracks National Historic Site. (Parks Canada photo)
News
Archeologists unearth possible 1800s hospital site on Commons
Tara Rosling. (Richard Harley)
News
Actress Tara Rosling prepares for 'The Mistletoe Bride' at Silversmith
The cover of The Lake Report's Winter Guide to NOTL. (File)
News
Lake Report's latest winter magazine is out now
The Niagara Apothecary. (Supplied)
News
Exploring Photos with the NOTL Museum: The apothecary
Violet Folino and Aoibhin Davidson are excited to perform in a virtual musical Nov. 26 to 28. (Richard Harley)
News
Young NOTL singers showcased in virtual 'Broadway' revue
Niagara-on-the-Lake plays a big part in the little Niagara section of the exhibit, now open to the public in Toronto. (Supplied)
News
Niagara-on-the-Lake highlighted in 'Little Canada' exhibit
Hundreds of people gathered for Remembrance Day at the Old Town cenotaph. (Richard Harley)
News
Remembrance Day ceremonies draw hundreds to NOTL cenotaphs
Herbert Konzelmann died Friday, Nov. 5. (Supplied)
News
Konzelmann remembered as a wine industry pioneer
Tim Johnson addresses a crowd of about 50 people who gathered Saturday to honour Indigenous veterans and active solidiers. (Richard Harley)
News
Honouring Canada’s Indigenous allies
Ben Van Veghel-Wood (left) and friends Skie, Saxon and Sebastian help raise money for UNICEF on Sunday. (Supplied)
News
Giant UNICEF tap box a creative way to reinvent fundraising, says NOTL tech worker
A Niagara Falls man faces charges in a fatal crash in August in NOTL.
News
Police charge Niagara Falls man, 39, in NOTL fatality
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Poppies, Parliament Oak and perseverance
Rebecca Scott, Meika Jantz, Achal Litt, Lily Sliasas and Olivia Driedger. (Supplied)
News
NOTL Sparks learn about Diwali, the Festival of Lights
Taste the Season returns. (File)
News
Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake reinvents popular Taste the Season event
Alan Gordon wants residents to attend an public meeting for the Parliament Oak development on Nov. 8. (Richard Harley)
News
Resident urges people to attend meeting on Parliament Oak development
Shaw Guild Garden tour from years past. (File)
News
'Secret' video highlights Shaw Guild's fall garden tour
Andrew Ball harvests oyster mushrooms from a log at one of his Niagara mushroom foraging spots. (Richard Harley)
News
A short cut to mushrooms: NOTL foragers find and cook up edible wild fungi
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Punishing illegal short-term rental operators
Left: An emotional Candice Penny thanks those who contributed to making the new expansion a reality. Right: Lord Mayor Betty Disero and Penny pose in one of the new nursery school rooms. (Richard Harley)
News
Tears shed as expanded nursery school opens
Patrizia, Isaac, William and Domenic Trapasso
News
No parade? No way: Residents frustrated with continued COVID-19 cancellations
Editorial.
News
Editorial: Town needs to get back to business
Santa will be heading to NOTL neighbourhoods this year. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
No NOTL Christmas parade, but Santa will do a drive-by again
The old American Hotel at 61 Melville St. (Richard Harley)
News
Condos or hotel planned for former American Hotel site 
Brian Crow (right in black) and Ruth Denyer (far right) are new leaders of the CRA. (File)
News
Chautauqua Residents Association elects new president
From left, Fabian and Stephanie Reis, Ray Syegco and Selah Schmoll. (Richard Harley)
News
Harvest Barn gets new name, mandate as Alitura
Letter to the editor
News
Letter: Thanks for positive editorial on NOTL
Jaena Thompson. (File)
News
Bench dedicated to NOTL's Jaena Thompson
Editorial.
Opinion, Featured
Editorial: Again, council focuses on trivial issues instead of important problems
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Plenty for which to be thankful
Emma LeBlanc operates the Cheese Secrets booth. (Richard Harley)
News
GALLERY: Final summer market wraps up, organizer says season was a busy one
Glenn Muir says there should be a national, consistent system for vaccine receipts to avoid problems in enforcing the government's policies. (Richard Harley)
News
Caught in the middle: Confusion over whether single-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine is acceptable
Bella the robot brings food to a table at East Izakaya restaurant in Niagara Falls.
News
Robots help to serve sushi at Niagara restaurants
Editorial
Opinion
Editorial: Guess who shouldn't be coming to dinner?
Gabe Betton in his leather crafting workshop. The 24-year-old has turned his passion for leather crafting into a small business called Tool & Hide. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL leather crafter turns passion into business
Dr. Hirji said COVID cases appear to be plateauing .
News
COVID cases appear to be flattening, vaccines coming for kids five to 11
Dr. Hirji. (File)
News
Unvaccinated should not be invited for Thanksgiving: Hirji
Editorial
Opinion
Editorial: Short-term rentals: Part 3 -- Council must take action now
An Ornge air ambulance carries a woman to hospital after an ATV crash on Sunday evening in rural Niagara-on-the-Lake. (NOTL Fire Department photo)
News
Woman seriously injured in ATV crash
Tim Taylor riding his charity raising bicycle. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL's own Santa rides 1,000 kilometres for Palliative Care
The Shaw Festival. (File)
News
Shaw unveils dates, cast details for fall shows
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Short-term rentals: Part 2: Too much influence
Rick Wood, Tom Caldwell, Vincent Francescut and Jim Caldwell during Saturday’s charity barbecue in support of Niagara Nursery School and Newark Neighbours. (Richard Harley)
News
Caldwell barbecue supports nursery school, Newark Neighbours
The Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre parking lot was filled with tailgate treasures on Saturday. (Richard Harley)
News
Treasures abound at Niagara Pumphouse tailgate sale
Conservative MP Tony Baldinelli watches the votes come in during Monday night's election party at Spyce Lounge in Niagara Falls. (Richard Harley)
News
Election '21: Baldinelli campaign celebrates 3,500-vote victory
Tony Baldinelli and Andrea Kaiser. (File photo)
News
Election '21: Tory Baldinelli re-elected in Niagara Falls riding, beats Kaiser by 3,500 votes
Needs cutline
News
Niagara Health reopens drive-through COVID testing centre
Andrea Kaiser and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during a campaign stop in Niagara Falls on Sunday. (Richard Harley)
News
Liberal leader Justin Trudeau visits Niagara Falls one day before election
Editorial
News, Opinion
Editorial: Town must tax all short-term rentals: Part 1
eter Martin, special events co-ordinator for Parks Canada, as a major in the 41st Regiment. (Richard Harley)
News
Fort George Officers' Day offers insights into lives of the elite
Donna Seymour. (Richard Harley photo)
News
June's Dream Team a tribute to friend who died from cancer
NOTL politicians stand in solidarity Saturday while firefighters salute the Canadian and U.S. flags after they were raised from half mast during a memorial ceremony on the 20th anniversary of the terror attacks of 9/11. (Richard Harley)
News
Firefighters remember heroic actions of 9/11 first responders
Carol Tuck-Riggs, co-ordinator of the garden experts from Master Gardeners Niagara, oversees things at 83 Gage St. on Saturday morning. (Richard Harley)
News
Shaw Garden Tour is a meticulously planned late-summer dream
Editorial
News
Editorial: Candidate debate a lively affair
NOTL fire crews on scene for reports of a gas odour on Queen Street Saturday. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL firefighters investigate smell of gas on Queen St. in Old Town
Editorial
News
Editorial: Tune in to your debate nights
Niagara Motors celebrated its 75th anniversary on Saturday with a car show and barbecue. (Richard Harley)
News
Niagara Motors celebrates 75 years in business in NOTL
Joan King with last year’s Terry Fox setup at Simcoe Park. This year she’ll be doing something similar. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
NOTL Terry Fox Run returns on Sept. 19
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
Future lockdowns will likely be only for unvaccinated: Hirji
Spencer Collins moves the ball upfield during the NOTL Soccer Club’s seaonal finale on Saturday. The club’s season was shortened due to COVID but players enjoyed their time on the pitch. (Richard Harley)
News
Shortened soccer season closes with fun games
File photo
News
Woman, 19, dies in NOTL crash
Lord Mayor Betty Disero has long been double-vaccinated, getting her first shot in April. (File/Richard Harley)
News
All NOTL councillors fully vaccinated, mayor says
Dr. Mustafa Hirji. (File photo)
News
Election and COVID: Niagara's top doctor offers safety advice for voting, campaigning
Michaela Grant and Katrina Boccia show off one of the backdrops for their new business Selfie Mode, which will open on Mary Street on Aug. 21. (Richard Harley)
News
Sorella Niagara market showcases arts, crafts and new local business
Dave and Laura Glasz at their Chautauqua landmark cottage with a tree growing through the balcony. Dave says the tree was there when his parents bought the property in the 1960s. (Richard Harley)
News
U.S. couple glad to be back at summer home in NOTL
COVID cases are increasing in Niagara.
News
Delta variant cases on the rise in Niagara
Editorial
Opinion
Editorial: More young adults need to get the vaccine
File photo
News
Dog licence applications, disputing tickets can now be done online in NOTL
Richard Harley Photos
News
Close matches in first tennis tourney since pandemic
Alexander Woo and Amanda Sutton weren’t able to send invitations to more than 100 people due to confusion over outdoor event limits. (Richard Harley)
News
What's the limit?: Ambiguity in COVID reopening plan leaves wedding vendor confused
Les Marmitons select fresh vegetables from the garden.
News
Marmitons dinner celebrates Food Day Canada in NOTL
Experts say a sign supporting “traditional marriage” is a form of hate to marginalized groups. (File photo)
News
Is it hateful? Experts talk about 'traditional marriage' sign
Olivia Miele. (Supplied)
News
Pumphouse gives $200 scholarship
Brett Rumble and Ryan Crawford sip wine at their newly-opened BarBea restaurant on Wednesday. (Richard Harley)
News
Chef Ryan Crawford opens BarBea wine and snack bar
A bioswale at Simcoe Park is helping to filter out E. coli bacteria from storm drains in town. (Richard Harley)
News
Queen's Royal Beach water much safer after major cleanup project
Rainer Hummel and Lord Mayor Betty Disero after Hummel won citizen of the year in 2018. (File/Jer Houghton)
News
Hummel appeals court decision in lawsuit against town
Letter to the editor
News
Letter: Town found alternate location for tai chi classes
Letter to the editor
Opinion
Letter: 'Are you fully vaccinated?' is the most important, unasked question
Lukas Smith. (Supplied)
News
Lukas Smith remembered as caring, passionate adventurer
The Pillar and Post plans to bring back mussel nights soon, says Lais Hotel CEO Bob Jackson. (Richard Harley)
News
Lais Hotels reopening more of its hotels and restaurants
PicNic by Cheese Secrets offers customized picnics. (Supplied photo)
News
Business: New NOTL PicNic shop brings the lunch to you
Legion member Stan Harrington and Newark Neighbours food bank co-ordinator Cindy Grant with the new fridge. (Supplied)
News
Legion fridge donation lets NOTL food bank provide fresh produce
Vicky Downes, Marla Percy and Tonde Wirth at the McFarland House Garden of Hope. (Supplied)
News
Communities in Bloom launches yellow Gardens of Hope for 2021
Trees are being cleared along Two Mile Creek near Butler’s Burial Ground. (Richard Harley)
News
Two Mile Creek forest restoration will remove ash trees and Manitoba maples
A sign at 17 Henry St. in Virgil has been decried by NOTL residents for being homophobic. (Richard Harley)
News
'Traditional marriage' lawn sign decried as homophobic, hateful
Bruce Cumpson has had a love affair with hostas for over 30 years. He’s often called a “hostaholic.” He operates Olde Towne Gardens on Lakeshore Road.
News
'Hostaholic' Bruce Cumpson prepares to retire
Fishing is free from July 3 to 11. (File photo)
News
Ontario offers free fishing from July 3 to 11
The tennis courts at Memorial Park in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Rene Bertschi photo)
News
Town OKs tennis court improvements for Canada Summer Games
Editorial
Opinion
Editorial: 'Anti-lockdown' rally was filled with convoluted nonsense
The front page of The Lake Report's July 1 issue. (Photo illustration by Richard Harley)
Opinion
Editorial: Shining a light on atrocities
Pastor Henry Hildebrandt, former Progressive Conservative Randy Hillier and People’s Party of Canada leader Maxime Bernier. (Richard Harley)
News
Anti-mask rally in NOTL draws hundreds of people
Mask ambassadors will be out on Queen Street starting July 9. (File photo)
News
NOTL mask ambassadors hit the streets again
Don Cameron leaves the community centre after getting his second dose of COVID-19 vaccine. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTLers happy to get second jab
Shelagh and Mac Moolman are retiring and closing their jewelry shop after 23 years in business this July. (Richard Harley)
News
Owners retiring, NOTL jewelry store closing after 23 years
Kids play organized lacrosse together for the first time since the pandemic began in March 2020. (Richard Harley)
News
Return to the fields uplifting for kids, parents, coaches
Cheryl Morris, Kim Gauld, TJ Gauld, Brad Disher and Matt van der Zalm. (Richard Harley)
News
Sunset Grill gives back with free breakfasts
Owen Auld, 2, hugs his great grandmother Norma Zanus for the first time since COVID-19 began in March 2020. (Supplied)
News
A heartfelt hug from 2-year-old great-grandson
Editorial.
Opinion, Featured
Editorial: Make Pride crosswalk happen now
NOTL artist Filomena Pisano says she’s been berated and called a “communist” and a “sheep” for confronting a fellow tenant in her building who held maskless classes with children during lockdown orders. (Richard Harley photo)
News
Artist frustrated by anti-masker who defied lockdown rules
Lauren and Vaughn Goettler are encouraging NOTL residents to make an annual donation to The Lake Report, to help keep real local journalism thriving. (Richard Harley)
News
Goettlers celebrate independent press with donation to Lake Report
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
More contagious variants likely on the rise, top doctor says
File photo
News
People still need to get tested for COVID, Hirji says
Pride Niagara member at large Darryl Dyball, NOTL chief administrative officer Marnie Cluckie and Lord Mayor Betty Disero raise a progressive pride flag to celebrate Pride Month. (Supplied)
News
NOTL flying progressive flag for Pride Month
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
Vaccines contributing to decline in COVID cases: Hirji
Dylan Wiens of Kai Wiens Family Farm. (Supplied)
News
Pandemic Heroes: NOTL's farmers and farm workers
Chris McKnight teaches his son Finlay, 2, how to serve a pickleball on Saturday. (Richard Harley)
News
Pickleball courts open, draw crowds
Neighbourhood kids play basketball in Niagara on the Green last year. Some outdoor facilities will reopen Saturday. (File/Richard Harley)
News
NOTL reopens some outdoor recreational facilities
Katherine Gaio. (Supplied)
News
Pandemic Heroes: Katherine Gaio
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
Lockdown effective, but variants making things tougher, says Hirji
Pixabay photo
News
Hirji suspects lockdown will be extended again
People eligible to book vaccines might not be able to find appointments in Niagara. (
News
Many eligible for vaccines will have to wait for bookings, Hirji says
AstraZeneca vaccine. (File photo)
News
'I got AstraZeneca — now what?'
Vaccine clinic/File photo
News
Province opens vaccine bookings to all adults Tuesday
The Irish Harp team ready to send lunches out to long-term care staff. (Richard Harley)
News
Harp and Cogeco team up with lunches for care home staff
Megan Vanderlee's burnt Escalade was discovered in Welland. (Supplied)
News
Stolen Cadillac from NOTL driveway found torched in Welland
File photo
News
Province shouldn't open until mid-June, Hirji warns
Newark Neighbours volunteers. (File/Richard Harley)
News
Newark Neighbours food drive kicks off Saturday
Barb Cherevaty is one of the first to pick up fresh asparagus from Thwaites Farms in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley photo)
News
Asparagus rush! Steady lines for first crop of season
NOTL Community Centre set up for vaccines. (File)
News
Two more NOTL vaccine clinic dates available
Daniel St-Jean says his adjacent neighbours have two parking spots, but his side of the street only has one. (Richard Harley)
News
Ticketed Glendale resident angry about parking enforcement
NOTL Tennis Club president Hugh Dow in front of the Memorial courts. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL to host tennis, sailing for 2022 Canada Summer Games
Kaitlyn Eymann holding Luca Mirabella, Walker Meleskie, Delilah Colvin, Olive Cooper, Dawson Paget and McKenna Tissen. (Supplied)
News
Anonymous donor matching Nursery School donations up to $10K
Two motorcycles parked illegally in a clearly-marked no parking zone. Similar situations occur all summer as visitors ignore signs and little is done to enforce the laws. (File)
News
Friends of Ryerson Park say concerns about safety, not exclusivity
A superimposed image of Marotta’s plans on a map of the area by SORE. (Supplied)
News
Marotta unveils 191-home subdivision plan for Rand Estate
Heidi Johnson with Willow Cakes & Pastries co-owner Sean O’Donnell. (Richard Harley)
News
Pandemic Heroes: Heidi Johnson at Willow
Ryerson Park’s small beach and sunset views are big draws to the park. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
NOTL seeks feedback on Ryerson Park traffic, safety complaints
The staff at Penner Building Centre, with John to the left. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
Pandemic Heroes: Penner Building Centre staff
File photo/Dr. Mustafa Hirji, acting chief medical officer of health
News
Vaccines likely won't be diverted, Hirji now says
File photo. (Rene Bertschi)
News
More people following lockdown orders, region's data shows
AstraZeneca vaccine. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
Province shouldn’t open until 75 per cent of people vaccinated, says Hirji
Editorial
Opinion
Editorial: Newcomers are proud to be NOTLers
Damage to a Queen Street home from a car that struck it. (Richard Harley)
News
Suspected racer crashes into Queen Street home
File photo.
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NOTL voted most 'beautiful and sustainable' events destination by industry group
File photo. (Rene Bertschi)
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Vaccines could be diverted from Niagara again, Hirji says
Pixabay photo.
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NOTL launches kindness campaign to lift spirits during pandemic
NOTL visitors breaking lockdown regulations swore and insulted a town staff member for asking the kids to stay off the gazebo, which was officially closed under provincial COVID-19 safety regulations. The parents then verbally attacked a reporter for taking pictures and laughed as their children imitated slapping a photographer. (Richard Harley)
News
Bylaw officers harassed for enforcing restrictions
File photo/Town hall
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Town has issued three COVID enforcement tickets in April
A sign at 770 Lakeshore Rd. (Richard Harley)
News
Anti-lockdown folks won't talk about it
Former chief administrative officer Holly Dowd and Lord Mayor Betty Disero during inauguration in 2018. (File photo)
News
Judge rejects Hummel lawsuit against town
File photo/Town hall
News
Tidbits: Council expenses, firefighters train for rural water operations, town upgrades planning job
The staff at Upper Canada Lodge. (Supplied photo)
News
Pandemic Heroes: Upper Canada Lodge
File photo/Richard Harley
News
Rand Estate off the market, Marotta says
Visitors take non-essential selfies while strolling Queen Street during a province-wide lockdown. (Richard Harley)
News
Town sees drop in visitors with rainy Sunday
Mitch Azaria during filming with Stickers the hawk. (Supplied)
News
A hawk's eye view: 'Tripping the Niagara' documentary highlights NOTL history and sights
Selina and Pepe, baby squirrels found in Chautauqua, are being rehabilitated in Grimsby. (Richard Harley)
News
Abandoned baby squirrels — what to do?
Letter.
News
Editorial: We need science over politics: Round 2
The former Mori Gardens property has been mostly demolished, but could soon be a farmers' market. (Richard Harley)
News
Former Mori Gardens property could be a farmers' market, Marotta says
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
ICU admissions 'well above' first and second waves, says Hirji
Lord Mayor Betty Disero got her vaccine at Simpson's Apothecary on Friday. (Richard Harley)
News
'I got the Shot': Lord mayor gets jabbed
Supplied photo/Richard West
News
On the lighter side: That's a bulldog in the window
Brynn McGuffin, 1, is being taught about being civic-minded by her parents. (Supplied)
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Brynn’s Branches: In teaching about giving, stolen pussywillows offer another lesson
Some of the staff at Hendricks Valu-mart in Old Town. The cashiers were busy taking care of customers at the time of the photo. (Richard Harley)
News
Pandemic Heroes: NOTL's essential food workers
File photo
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Hirji urges Ontario to consider regional travel restrictions
Matt Wilson.
News
Hit-and-run victim Matthew Wilson was lifelong NOTLer
Former CAO Holly Dowd, Lord Mayor Betty Disero and town clerk Peter Todd during a special meeting of council held on Dec. 5, 2018. (Sourced)
News
Town denies wrongdoing, says it acted legally in development freeze
Police investigate a hit-and-run scene on Lakeshore Road. (Richard Harley photo)
News
Police investigating fatal hit-and-run in Niagara-on-the-Lake
A lawsuit by Hummel Properties alleges council knowingly concealed a planned special meeting to implement a development freeze against a specific developer. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
Hummel lawsuit alleges 'insidious scheme' by mayor, council
File photo
News
First state of the town focuses on positives, challenges for NOTL
Cindy Grant, chair of the town's wellness committee. (File photo/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
News
Wellness committee launches COVID vaccine hotline for help with booking
Ralph Dangelmaier. (Richard Harley photo)
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American living in Niagara gets vaccine, thanks to response to Lake Report letter
Letter.
News
Pandemic Heroes: Patio pals pull together for Sandtrap project
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: State of the town is a helpful tool for residents
Downtown Niagara-on-the-Lake. (File photo)
News
Town gears up for tourists, as active COVID cases keep rising
Pat Fryer is happy to have her vaccine. (Richard Harley)
News
'I Got the Shot': 70s crowd says 'get off the fence' and get vaccinated
Teresa Bell and Elaine Baitinger help pack Easter baskets for families in need. (Supplied)
News
Easter baskets provide a hearty meal to needy families
Letter.
News
Hirji: Late-May could bring relief from COVID restrictions — if people stay home now
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre is set up for vaccine clinics. (Richard Harley)
News
Nine per cent of Niagarans vaccinated: Hirji
NOTL resident Colin Brzezicki gets his jab in Hamilton on Tuesday. (Supplied)
News
NOTLers forced to Hamilton, Toronto to get vaccines
Letter.
News
With Brazilian variant rising, Hirji worries about new surge
The global COVID-19 pandemic and continued recommendations to stay home except for essential travel were of no concern to hoards of tourists that flocked to NOTL over the weekend. About half of people were wearing masks on the street. Meanwhile, variant cases of COVID-19 in Niagara have doubled inside a week. (Richard Harley)
News
PHOTOS: Tourists flock to NOTL in face of pandemic threat
Editorial.
News
Editorial: Please, trust the miracle of modern science
Bill Garriock. (Richard Harley)
News
'I got the shot:' NOTLers encourage others to get COVID-19 vaccine
Pixabay photo
News
Council denies film producer's request for Queen St. shoot
Felix and Lucy Vollmer do their silliest walks in front of their Dorchester Street home. (Richard Harley)
News
'Silly walk' signs bring smiles through COVID pandemic
File photo/Rene Bertschi
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Almost all 80-plus Niagara residents vaccinated or booked, region says
File photo/Pixabay
News
AstraZeneca vaccine '100% effective' against death, hospitalization, Hirji says
Shaw Festival Fall Concert Series 2020, front, featuring Andrew Broderick, with Jonathan Tan, back left, and Kyle Blair. (Photo by Peter Andrew Lusztyk/Supplied)
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Shaw posts $185K surplus, uses pandemic downtime to focus on diversity, staff well-being
A truck on fire in a driveway on Garrison Village Drive in Niagara-on-the-Lake Wednesday night. (Supplied photo)
News
Neighbour helps save Garrison Village home from fire
Supplied photo.
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PHOTOS: Celebrating St. Patrick's Day
File photo
News
Marotta drops challenge of Rand Estate designation
Editorial
News, Opinion, Featured
Editorial: Good news for NOTLers 80+ who want the vaccine
Karl Dockstader gets his first dose of the Pfizer vaccine during a clinic at the Niagara Regional Native Centre on Monday. (Richard Harley photo)
News
First vaccine clinic in NOTL at Niagara Regional Native Centre
Supplied photo.
News
New parks bylaw will ban drinking, BBQs
Lord Mayor Betty Disero is confident NOTL’s 80 plus population that wants a vaccine will receive one. (Richard Harley)
News
All NOTLers 80+ will be able to get vaccine, mayor says
Elaine Tanner uses the elliptical at the community centre on Tuesday. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTLer happy to see community centre gym open again
Sheldon Randall. (Richard Harley photo)
News
Pandemic Heroes: Sheldon Randall
Dr. Robin Williams. (Supplied)
News
COVID has united women worldwide, Dr. Robin Williams says
Rachael Danieluk stands in front of her $5 mask stand on East and West Line. (Richard Harley)
News
One year later: $5 mask stand still operating
File photo.
News
Virgil Stampede cancelled for 2021
Despite COVID cases rising, people are still travelling to Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley)
News
COVID variant cases rising, as region readies vaccine rollout
General manager Hydee Lloyd and owner Melissa Woodworth outside Nolaa’s during their grand opening on March 4. (Richard Harley)
News
Nolaa's ketogenic bakery opens in NOTL
John Foreman asks council for a reduction in short-term rental license fees for 2021. (Sourced)
News
Council considering reducing short-term rental fees by 30 per cent
Editorial
News
Editorial: Use proper channels to make change
Editorial.
News
Editorial: In the 'stay home' stretch
Matt Robinson (bottom left) presents to NOTL council regarding Niagara regional transit integration. (Sourced)
News
NOTL wants integrated regional transit, but opposes assessment-based funding
Dr. Mustafa Hirji during a media conference Monday. (Screenshot)
News
COVID variants a big concern, as public health investigates 33 cases
Randy Norris hugs Dozer, one of his eight foxhounds. (Richard Harley)
News
Coyote Dynasty: Hunters say what they do is legal – and needed
Dr. Robin Williams. (Supplied)
News
NOTL's Dr. Robin Williams celebrated for International Women's Day
Riverbend Inn and Vineyard. (Jessica Maxwell/Niagara Now)
News
Riverbend sells to Peller for $10M
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Volunteers make NOTL better for all
Pleasant Manor volunteers Ralf Hamm, Lillian Bergen (with Randy the shih-poo) and Rosie Deb were honoured by the province of Ontario for years of contributions to the long-term care facility. (Richard Harley)
News
Dedicated NOTL volunteers honoured with provincial awards
File photo/Rene Bertschi.
News
Hirji fears rapid spike in COVID variants with quick reopening
The Grist interior. (Supplied)
News
St. Davids brewery entrepreneur glad construction finally can resume
File photo/NOTL Community Centre
News
Community centre likely site for NOTL vaccine rollout
Radiant Care Pleasant Manor chief executive Tim Siemens said a weight has been lifted with the COVID-19 outbreak being officially declared over. (File/Richard Harley)
News
COVID-19 outbreak ends at Pleasant Manor care home
Shaw is planning a serioes of outdoor shows in light of the cancellation of Gypsy. (Supplied)
News
Pandemic forces Shaw to cancel musical 'Gypsy' for 2021
File photo/Lord Mayor Betty Disero
News
NOTL must still 'remain vigilant,' Disero says
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
NOTL COVID cases down to eight as region stays in grey-lockdown
Mike Werner stands with his dog ___
News
Fire aftermath: Burned-out NOTL facility wasn't just a business, it was a 'community'
Cutline
News
Neighbours dig in to help out after huge snowfall
Andrea Kaiser with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during the 2019 general election. (File)
News
Andrea Kaiser named NOTL riding's federal Liberal candidate
Pam Farrell is one of NOTL's Pandemic Heroes. (Arun Kapur photo)
Featured
Pandemic Heroes: Pam Farrell
Boyd Hopkins, 11, chases friend Lennox Meadows, 10, for the puck while doing some shooting drills on the frozen One Mile Creek. Photos by Richard Harley
News
Creek freezes for first time in years and attracts neighbourhood skaters
A firefighter walks behind a row of trees during the blaze on Tuesday.. (Richard Harley)
News
UPDATE: Damage estimated at $2.5 million for NOTL fire
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Let's stay home a bit longer
A sign at of Niagara Long Term Care thanks staff members. (File/RIchard Harley)
News
NOTL care homes doing well after COVID outbreaks: Hirji
Dr. Mustafa Hirji, acting chief medical officer of health for Niagara Region. (Supplied)
News
'Relatively risky time' to reopen, says Niagara's top doctor
Police bring the man’s sailboat in to the Niagara Sailing Club. (Richard Harley)
News
Man living on boat in Niagara River brought to shore, hospital
Library board chair Daryl Novak at his home on the Niagara Parkway. (Richard Harley)
News
Giving surplus back was not library's first choice, board chair says
Sunday’s show will see Louis Armstrong/New Orleans Trad Jazz tribute featuring Dr. Brice Miller and the NuTrad Jazz Trio perform. (Supplied)
News
TD Niagara Jazz Festival reinvents itself online
Firefighters battle a blaze at 1238 Townline Rd. in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley)
News
Blaze tears through NOTL facility on Townline Road
Tania Sapielak, owner of The Mutt Hutt. (File photo)
News
Pet grooming can resume, with conditions
Pond skating
News
It's a Canadian thing: Family pond skating a source of joy during lockdown
Hazel the rescue cat.
News
GoFundMe for cat rescued from Old Town roadside
Editorial.
News, Opinion
Editorial: Stop with the preamble
Coun. Allan Bisback. (File photo)
News
Town needs to find new revenue sources: Bisback
File photo.
News
The budget: NOTL budget approved with 2.12% tax hike
An ambulance parked outside of Niagara Long Term Care. (File/Richard Harley)
News
Cases fall, NOTL care home hopes it has 'turned the corner' on outbreaks
Lord Mayor Betty Disero. (File/Richard Harley)
News
Mayor hoping positive signs point to reopening domestic travel, tourism
Rick Jorgensen, owner of OliV Tasting Room. (Richard Harley)
News
Business is tough, but owners see potential silver linings
File photo.
News
Disero joins Ontario mayors in asking for voice in border reopening talks
An Aerial shot of Old Town, Niagara-on-the-Lake. (File/Rene Bertschi)
News
NOTL budget: Town foresees surplus, 2.1% tax increase
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Good news amid the pandemic
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
COVID general update: Town looking for site for vaccine rollout in NOTL
A seasonal farm worker sells asparagus at Thwaites Farms. (File/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
News
'The season is starting and we're prepared for it,' Wiens says as farm workers return
Eduardo Lafforgue sorts through the fire damage after a blaze tore through his home Jan 8. (Richard Harley)
News
Chamber CEO thanks firefighters after blaze at his home
Customers dine on the temporary patio at Firehall Flame restaurant. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
Town allows temporary patios to remain until 2022
Tania Sapielak of The Mutt Hutt and other groomers says grooming is an essential service for the welfare of many pets. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
Town says province insists dog groomers must stay closed
Niagara Long Term Care Residence in NIagara-on-the-Lake has started doing rapid testing of residents and staff. The facility reported no new COVID deaths this week, but one person has died of COVID at Pleasant Manor in Virgil. (Richard Harley)
News
One new COVID death in NOTL long-term care as cases appear to ease
Kathy Latour and her sister Carol Hajas. (File/Richard Harley)
News
Bus driver can park close to home again
Niagara Long Term Care Residence staffer Jessica Sage gets her first shot of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. (Supplied)
News
NOTL care home deaths rise to five as positive cases surge
Editorial.
Opinion, Featured
Editorial: Kudos during trying times
Maria Dos Santos, the first long-term care resident in NOTL to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. (Supplied)
News
Resident at Upper Canada Lodge first to receive vaccine
File photo/Brittany Carter
News
Legion receives $10,800 in COVID relief funding
Ryerson Park sunset worshippers. (File/Kevin MacLean)
News
Friends of Ryerson Park ask council for big changes
Kathy Latour and her landlord and sister Carol Hajas beside a sign that says “I support my local bus driver.” The sisters say they’re not happy that a neighbour’s complaint led to Latour’s school bus not being able to be parked in her driveway. (Richard Harley)
News
UPDATED -- Hotel executive offers solution to school bus parking dispute
Robert King at his Niagara Parkway home. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTLer questions why police shot fleeing suspect
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Not the time to get complacent
COVID-19 enforcement stats for NOTL. (Sourced)
News
Town sees uptick in COVID enforcement
Tania Sapielak, owner of The Mutt Hutt with her yellow lab Rubee. She says grooming is essential and wants to get back to helping animals. (Richard Harley)
News
Frustrated groomer says service is essential to many pets
NOTL firefighters rescue a trapped dog on Sunday. (Supplied photo)
News
NOTL firefighters rescue dog that fell into crevice
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
You ask, we answer: Is dog grooming an essential service?
Niagara Long Term Care Residence on Wellington Street.. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL COVID cases surge, one long-term care resident dies from virus
An old entrance to the Rand Estate in Niagara-on-the-Lake. File photo
News
Historic designation means Rand Estate will be protected, mayor says
Megan Vanderlee received the first dose of the Pfizer vaccine Jan. 2. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTLer one of first to receive vaccine
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
NOTL sees first COVID-linked death in long-term care home
A fire caused extensive damage to a house in Niagara-on-the-Lake early Friday morning. (Richard Harley)
News
All safe after fire causes extensive damage to NOTL homes
Niagara Regional Police on scene after a high speed chase and shooting in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley)
News
UPDATE: Police identify man shot after chase in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Supplied photo.
News
Police charge woman involved in chase that ended in fatal police shooting
Fire chief Nick Ruller. (File)
News
Non-essential travel puts front-line workers at risk: Fire chief
Radiant Care Pleasant Manor CEO Tim Siemens says one staff member has tested positive. (File photo)
News
Pleasant Manor CEO says one staff member has tested positive for COVID-19
Former Bed and Breakfast Association president David Levesque speaks to council. (Sourced)
News
Town passes short-term rental changes, despite outcry from industry
Letter to the editor
News
Letter: Our volunteer firefighters are true professionals
Ken Hernder is retiring after 38 years with NOTL fire services. (Supplied)
News
Dialling down the heat: NOTL firefighter retires after 38 years of service
Dr. Tim Bastedo, health team executive director Mary Keith and The Village developer Adam Hawley stand in front of the location of the future new home of Niagara North Family Health Team in The Village. (Richard Harley)
News
Doctors, NOTL health team moving to The Village
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Let's hope 2021 is kinder
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
COVID-19 reaches NOTL long-term care homes
Michael Howe. (Supplied)
News
Michael Howe was a lover of life and fierce advocate for NOTL
The Queenston fire hall. (File)
News
Councillor doesn't think fire station merger is good idea
The red Volkswagen that crashed into a stopped pickup truck on Christmas Day. (Supplied)
News
Virgil father healing up after serious Christmas Day collision
Supplied photo.
News
Licence plate left behind after vehicle takes out no-parking sign
Letter.
News
Op-ed: The vaccine is on the horizon but the time to act is now: MPP Wayne Gates
This sign, posted in Chautauqua Park, urges people to pick up their dog poop. (Supplied)
News
Someone in Chautauqua isn't happy about dog poop in the park
Canadian comedy icon Rick Mercer hosts CBC's national New Year's Eve broadcast from Wayne Gretzky Estates in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Screenshot)
News
Niagara-on-the-Lake takes main stage for CBC New Year's Eve broadcast
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
Niagara police issue more than 50 tickets for NYE gatherings
Kevin MacLean photo.
News
PHOTO: Golfers sneak in last game of 2020
NOTL’er Sonja Schindeler and her husband Rick Hrga are lucky to spend their winters in Rancho Santa Fe California (just north of San Diego). With Tuesday night being very clear on the west coast, they had the opportunity to see the “Christmas Star” which was the closest conjunction of the planets Jupiter and Saturn since the 17th century. Jupiter is 890 million kilometers away with Saturn being an additional 730 million kms, and yet you can still see 4 of Jupiter’s moons (look below Saturn for
News
Christmas Star: NOTL snowbird photographer captures stunning photo of Jupiter, Saturn
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
NEWS UPDATE: With cases spiralling, Niagara headed into red zone for Christmas
File photo
News
Chamber cancels Icewine Village festival
Sandra Iafrate’s studio. (Supplied)
News
Sandra Iafrate opens home studio to public
Eric VanNoort presents a cheque to Dr. Taufik Valiante minutes before going into brain surgery. (Supplied)
News
Christmas special: Home safe after complex brain surgery
The McArthur Estate.
News
Photo gallery: A tour through the McArthur Estate at Christmas
Developer Benny Marotta has filed another lawsuit against the Town of NOTL. (File photo)
News
Marotta company sues town for $1 million in land dispute
File photo/Old courthouse in NOTL
News
NOTL wins prestigious award for heritage preservation
NOTL’s new CAO Marnie Cluckie, right, with customer service rep Marilena Basilone, is getting to know town staff after officially starting her new role Dec. 9. (Supplied)
News
Town's heritage and history part of NOTL's lure, new CAO says
File photo
News
Council alters short-term rental bylaw but defers contentious owner-occupied condition
The Queenston fire hall. (File)
News
Town approves consolidation of St. Davids, Queenston fire stations
15630 Niagara Pkwy.
News
Christmas Lights ... and where to find them
The Ruffino's team. (Supplied photo)
News
Ruffino's gift certificates will help feed families in need
Newark Neighbours volunteers are handed a cheque and donations from NOTL Hyrdo. (Supplied)
News
NOTL Hydro donates $4,000 to Newark Neighbours
Anna-Marie Warriner, left, with the St. Davids Lionesses during Saturday’s food drive. (Supplied)
News
St. Davids Lionesses collect food and money for Project Share
Bob Cheriton holds two hands full of Christmas parade buttons he’s helped with throughout his 19 years of involvement in the annual event. (Richard Harley)
News
Bob Cheriton bows out after almost 20 years of Christmas parades
Volunteers help organize donations from the NOTL Gives Back 3-in-1 charity drive. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL Gives Back brings in trunkloads of donations
Supplied photo.
News
NOTL Legion poppy drive brings in over $16,000
The town’s new CAO Marnie Cluckie spent her first day the office Wednesday. (Supplied)
News
New town CAO assigned to NOTL Hydro board
Nursery School students Delilah Colvin, Leland Bastedo, Walker Meleskie, Amelia Werner with teacher Tanya Tavender. (Supplied)
News
Niagara Nursery School receives $10K donation
Coun. Wendy Cheropita. (File photo)
News
NOTL councillor pushes debunked claims about 5G health effects
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Council is no place for misinformation
Letter.
News, Opinion
Letter: A special request from Santa
Cutline
News
Council formally thanks Sheldon Randall for time as interim CAO
A loose grate on Mississagua Street is giving neigbours a headache. )Richard Harley)
News
Noisy grate a nuisance for neighbours
An NRT OnDemad van. (Richard Harley)
News
Road test: NOTL's new on-demand transit service delivers
Radiant Care Pleasant Manor CEO Tim Siemens. A new 160-bed facility is planned as an addition to Pleasant Manor. (File/Richard Harley)
News
Pleasant Manor approved for new 160-bed care facility
Editorial.
News, Opinion
Editorial: Town deserves massive applause for tackling short-term rental issue
Rob Grindlay is a production supervisor at the Royal George, helping to bring Shaw’s magic to theatre-goers for almost 35 years.
News
Rob Grindlay: Helping bring 'magic' to the Shaw stage
Dorothy Wilson of Virgil gets her first flu shot at the drive-thru clinic Saturday. (Richard Harley)
News
Drive-thru flu shot is preparation for delivering COVID vaccine
Terry Flynn says trees are going quickly at the annual fundraiser for the St. Davids Lions Club. (Richard Harley)
News
Christmas trees selling quickly at annual Lions fundraiser 
Back in the Daze members Joel Lewczynski, Scott Robinson, Billy Sadler, Jesse Day and Cole Shennan. (Supplied)
News
NOTL band performing online show Saturday
Fire chief Nick Ruller, deputy chief Darren Trostenko, Queenston assistant district chief Dave Jones and deputy chief Jay Plato.
News
NOTL firefighters receive medals for years of service
Sandy Sugarswirl helps Santa Claus respond to Christmas letters from NOTL children. (Richard Harley)
News
Santa's helper in NOTL eagerly awaits kids' letters
Sourced image.
News
Mixed Up: Shaw actor, director releases film on Prime Video
Editorial.
News
Editorial: Let's all support NOTL businesses
A large pile of garbage bags, but no recycling, outside the Campbell Scott house after a weekend rental. (Supplied)
News
Town moves to restrict short-term rentals
Chris Rigas stands in his mostly-empty restaurant Old Firehall on Tuesday. He had one table of two. (Richard Harley)
News
New COVID restrictions could be 'crippling' for restaurants
Nursery school staff Karen Denbesten and Matthew Maxwell with students. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
Nursery school important to town's future, mayor says
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
COVID UPDATE: NOTL cases decline but restrictions tightened
Sourced photo.
News
NOTL's new $3 ride-share transit service starts Nov. 23
File photo.
News
Washrooms always closed in winter, Disero advises
The Village sign. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
Developer John Hawley to build rental housing in Village
Shaw Guild volunteers Barbara Webber and Christine Lancaster walk the streets to greet visitors. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL ambassador program suspended
Legion president Paul Eramian, Lord Mayor Betty Disero, Legion members Stan Harrington and Doug Garrett pay respects during a small Remembrance Day ceremony at the Legion. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
Legion ceremony livestreamed on social media
Rob Wilson and sister Debbie Zabek place poppies at the cenotaph on Queen Street Wednesday. (Richard Harley)
News
A father remembered on November 11
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
Region could face COVID restrictions, medical officer warns
Benny Marotta. (File photo)
News
Plans not certain for former Mori property, developer says
Miller Waste employees collect recycling during the first week of schedule changes. (File/Richard Harley)
News
Minor hiccups, but people getting used to new garbage schedule, region says
File photo. (Rene Bertschi)
News
COVID UPDATE: NOTL sees new spike in cases
Editorial
News
Editorial: Nursery school, poppies and more
The staff at Mori Garden. (Richard Harley)
News
Mori Gardens closing after land sold to developer Benny Marotta
Jessica Lattanzio, Candice Penny, Wendy Kulp and Tanya Tavender, NOTL Nursery School staff members with members of the preschool class. (File/Brittany Carter)
News
$100,000 fundraising drive for nursery school kicks off
Wizard and witch Tom Lapicco, 63, and Maria Goulart, 60, ride a broomstick. (Supplied)
News
PHOTO GALLERY: Halloween Costume Contest
Tanya Tavender, Jessica Lattanzio, Candice Penny and Wendy Kulp, NOTL Nursery School staff with members of the preschool class. (File/Brittany Carter)
News
Town approves extra $340,000 for nursery school expansion
File photo.
News
COVID UPDATE: NOTL has no active cases again
Pixabay photo.
News
Editorial: What's it like to get a COVID test?
A town ad campaign through Bell Media shows about 135,000 people entered Niagara-on-the-lake during a 30-day period from mid-September until just after Thanksgiving. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
Mobile phone data tracks thousands of visitors to NOTL
Town parks lead hand Dylan Muileboom shows how to plant tulip bulbs. (Richard Harley)
News
Rotary plants red and yellow tulips as part of polio campaign
Summer Shepherd, Natalie Schirrmacher, Tasha Ewasiuk and Xaina Choukeir help host a vintage pop-up sale Saturday. (Richard Harley)
News
Cool Clothes Collective brings first pop-up to NOTL
Richard Harley photo
News
Trick or treat: Guidelines for a safe COVID Halloween
Richard Harley photo
News
Rand Estate on market for cool $19 million, developer says town didn't respond to new plans for hotel
File photo. (Rene Bertschi)
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COVID UPDATE: NOTL sees drop in cases as numbers rise in region
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Mayor launches Christmas card contest for kids
Chef Ryan Crawford and Brett Rumble sanitize the restaurant with a new fogging machine. (Supplied photo)
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Ruffino's employee tests positive for COVID, restaurant closes as precaution
File photo.
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Candlelight stroll not cancelled, but will be different this year
Jessica Maxwell photo.
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Starbucks closing Old Town location
Steve Beattie has three more pumpkins after someone mysteriously left them at his home in Virgil. (Richard Harley)
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Mystery pumpkins show up on NOTL lawns
Supplied photo.
Opinion
Editorial: Parades, patios and pandemics
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Status of Icewine Festival in limbo
Town engagement co-ordinator Lauren Kruitbosch and local business owner Maria Mavridis load an SUV full of Halloween candy donations Wednesday. The candy will be delivered to local kids who can’t trick or treat this year. (Richard Harley photo)
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NOTL bands together for COVID Halloween
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NOTL repeals mask bylaw, will use provincial law
Josh Koop hands a pie to Barbara Neufeld during the sale on Friday. (Richard Harley)
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Lions pies raise money for youth sports
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Bi-weekly garbage pickup starts next week
File photo/Santa rolls through town in the 2017 Santa Claus Parade
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Christmas parade cancelled, committee exploring other options
Grapes growing at Two Sisters winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley)
Opinion
Editorial: At least the grapes look great in 2020
A condo unit is proposed for above the garage at 129 Johnson St. (Jessica Maxwell)
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Old Town residents worry condo plan sets 'dangerous precedent'
Coun. Clare Cameron. (File/Richard Harley)
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CAO recruitment rocked by resignations, but hiring search continues
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Lakeshore bridge to close for maintenance
Acclaimed Canadian jazz trumpeter Steve Dade performs at the McArthur estate. Richard Harley
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Music Niagara wraps up season with final two broadcasts
One of the winning designs by Julia Kane. (Supplied)
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Winning artists announced for hydro box beautification project
Lord Mayor Betty Disero. (Supplied photo)
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Zalepa, Disero support Niagara Region decision to extend mask bylaw to April 2021
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Kudos to our elected officials
Coun. Allan Bisback, Tweed Farms general manager Djin Schott, Canopy Growth vice-president of government and stakeholder relations Sean Webster, trail chair Rick Meloen, Tony Chisholm, Richard Coyne and Lord Mayor Betty Disero. (Richard Harley)
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Canopy Growth donates $40K to heritage trail expansion
A graphic from the report shows a comparison of hours spent in office since Dec. 1, 2018. (Sourced)
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Council debates ways to streamline lengthy meetings
Fernando Spadafora is closing up his shop in NOTL after 25 years. (Richard Harley)
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NOTL hairdresser retiring after 25 stylish years
Cannabis growing at Tweed Farms in NOTL. (File/Richard Harley)
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Study examines effect of medical cannabis on seniors
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Canopy Growth donates iPads to Upper Canada Lodge
Bill and Sheryl Christensen, Mark and Susan McKay, Laura Gibson and Roman Mamalyga. Gibson accepts a cheque to support Newark Neighbours. (Richard Harley)
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Golf tournament supports Newark Neighbours
Micky the cat. (Supplied)
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Injured kitten recovering thanks to Good Samaritan
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Virgil Business Association deserves a big thank you for park vision
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Parents, please make sure kids wear helmets
Laura and Fred Sentineal. (File/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
News
Carriage operator wants residents to support farm animal protection bill
Redbrick Church. (Jessica Maxwell/Niagara Now)
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Sunday services resume at Redbrick Church, many other NOTL churches to resume service soon
Bill Munro ran with his family on Sunday. (Richard Harley)
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Terry Fox Run 40th anniversary celebrated in NOTL
Virgil Business Association president Richard Wall says some words during the grand opening of the new Virgil skatepark. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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New NOTL skatepark officially opens
Masks are mandatory in the Niagara region. (File)
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Town urges residents to comply with new restrictions on gatherings
The Town of NOTL has been spending more money on requests for advice from the integrity commissioner. (File)
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Integrity commissioner finds no code of conduct violations
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Listen to residents about heritage trail
Richard Harley photo
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Virgil skatepark a big hit
Jeff Sentineal, owner of Queen's Royal Carriage. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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NOTL's other carriage company owner has a different viewpoint on protests
MPP Wayne Gates, NOTL Chamber of Commerce president Eduardo Lafforgue, Lord Mayor Betty Disero, Regional Coun. Gary Zalepa and Niagara EMS superintendent Terry Flynn. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Memories of 9/11: Mayor, MPP and chamber president recall where they were
A design of the proposed St. Davids pool. (Supplied)
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Town denied funding for $5M St. Davids pool
NOTL council during a virtual meeting. (Sourced photo)
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Councillors not ready to resume in-person meetings yet
File photo.
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Man arrested after wild incident at NOTL outlet mall
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117 kilos of suspected cocaine seized at Queenston-Lewiston bridge
Ball’s Beach after shoreline protection work this year. (Richard Harley)
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Work on stone barrier at Ball's Beach nearing completion
Photos by Lorne Tontegode
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GALLERY: Photographer captures stunning nature photos at Niagara College pond
Photo by Donald O'Connor
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PHOTO: Monarchs take flight
Editorial.
Opinion
Editorial: Best of luck to all heading back to school
Anna O’Brien, Tracey O’Brien-Dim and Julie Clark (and pups Hunter and Gemma) aren’t happy with the town for cutting trees down along the heritage trail. Richard Harley
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Residents angry after healthy trees cut down along heritage trail
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NOTL man, 18, charged with assault with a weapon during horse protest
Pedestrians walk along a closed Queen Street in July. (File photo/Richard Harley)
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Town says it's done with Queen Street experiments
Buddy Andres had a break from cooking the corn this year at the annual Chautauqua corn roast, which this year turned into the "Pandemic Picnic." (Richard Harley)
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Annual Chautauqua corn roast goes on without the corn
Val Coles films some b-roll in NOTL. (Richard Harley)
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'Haunted Niagara' documentary to highlight historical spooky tales
Triple Crown plays to the crowd on Sunday during Club 55's charity bike rally "Ride to 55." (Richard Harley)
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Club 55 bike rally helps feed Niagara kids
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Editorial: Congrats to 2020 NOTL's Choice Awards winners
Fred Sentineal pets Tom the horse. (File/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva))
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Carriages moved to Byron St. on weekends
Rai Lauge and Jo Holden have a picnic lunch in support of the NOTL Museum. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Ravine picnic supports NOTL Museum
Sandtrap owner Matt Dietsch and bartender Matt Gordon. (Jessica Maxwell)
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Sandtrap scoops five prizes in NOTL's Choice Awards
Laura and Fred Sentineal. (File photo/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
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Town orders Sentineal carriages out of spot near Prince of Wales, boots business to Byron Street
A screenshot from the video.
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Horse protesters' video with 'message from NOTL' sent to town's legal team, mayor says
Protesters and counter-protesters filled the streets of NOTL Sunday afternoon. (Supplied/Sean Sentineal)
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Carriage protesters descend on NOTL
Marion Hassebroek joins council for livestream. (Sourced)
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Neighbour unhappy with winery driveway
File photo.
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Council shoots down idea of tax break for heritage district businesses
Exploring photos with the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum.
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Exploring Photos with the NOTL Museum: Royal visit arches
Environmental services supervisor Brett Ruck spent the last four years designing the app. (Sourced)
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Town irrigation app makes life easier for farmers
Willowbank. (File photo)
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Willowbank asks to keep 'meadow' that sparked complaint
Pedal Pub owners Fernando Colavecchia and Tony Visca. (File photo)
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Pedal Pub to keep rolling for 2020 season
Editorial image.
Opinion
Editorial: Advocacy, yes. Extremism, no
File/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva
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'We're moving away from democracy,' says Burroughs — Disero disagrees
Audrey Blake Clements. (Facebook sourced photo)
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NOTL man charged with impaired driving in collision that killed woman
File photo.
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Police worry as tensions rise over carriage protests
The Niagara-on-the-Lake fire department’s new 2019 Rosenbauer Cobra 101’ aerial platform fire truck. (Supplied/Kyle Taylor)
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New fire truck comes with $1.4M price tag
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Speed limit reduced on Concession 6 Road
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Town to expand tennis courts at Memorial Park
Brian Marshall stands out back at 240 Centre St. He will be overseeing the house as it is restored. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Abandoned historic Breakenridge house to be restored
Broken windows can be found all over the old Virgil school. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Vandals cause $1,000 damage at historic former Virgil school
Yellow Door is seeking youth to be part of a two-year musical theatre program. (File photo/Supplied)
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Yellow Door Theatre holding youth auditions for new musical
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NOTL back to zero active COVID cases
File photo.
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Town of NOTL receives $500K from province for pandemic relief
Konstantin Popovic of Quartetto Gelato. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Music Niagara teams with college to film live concert
Winner in the Nature & Parks category Frank Hayes' “Nature at its Best.”
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Town unveils inaugural photo contest winners
Margot Devlin, Lois Chapman, Kim Mustill, Laurie Harley (president of the Shaw Guild), Brenda Weafer and Cheryl Morris. Supplied
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Mask ambassadors to hit the streets of NOTL next week
Rankin Construction crew Jamie Fouger, foreman Bryan Gollwitzer, Scott Greves and Macgreggor Armstrong. Richard Harley
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Shoreline work begins at Ball's Beach
Carriage supporters are threatening legal action if the town doesn't act to curb animal rights protesters. (File)
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BREAKING: Carriage support group threatens legal action against Town of NOTL and Niagara Regional Police
Declan MacNeill with Jack. (Supplied photo)
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Blue-green algae suspected as dog dies after lake swim
Elizabeth Beattie, right, was fired from a Niagara Falls Hyundai dealership after a video of her defending her daughter from animal rights activists was sent to every salesperson at her work. (Sourced)
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Mother fired from Niagara Falls dealership over video of her defending daughter against carriage protesters
David Watt and Tim Atherton sing O' Canada at a noise rally to protest now-defeated changes to NOTL's noise bylaw. (Richard Harley)
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Give a hoot: Town of NOTL pulls plug on noise bylaw after extreme resident push back
Steve Hare, president of Propour Concreate Services works on the new Virgil skatepark. (Richard Harley)
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Cameron wants to 'put the brakes' on Virgil skatepark
Atis Bankas, artistic director of Music Niagara. (File/Richard Harley
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Music Niagara hosts virtual classes for promising young musicians 
David Greaves and Heinz Probst sell homemade jam on Saturday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Grace United jam sale a sweet success
Liz Hawley, a driving force in the Niagara-on-the-Lake community, was tragically killed in a head-on collision last week. (Supplied)
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Liz Hawley was a creative community builder
Editorial.
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Editorial: Town and police need to enforce laws on protesters
Sean Sentineal says he doesn’t have a lot of hope police will start protecting his staff. (Richard Harley)
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Carriage operators frustrated by lack of police enforcement
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Major franchises Swiss Chalet and Harvey's could be coming to Virgil
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Petition against noise bylaw garners hundreds of signatures in hours
File photo.
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Town waives fees for restaurants with special patios
Maria Mavridis brought cold bottles of water to first responders after a man collapsed on Market Street. (Richard Harley)
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Business owner praises local first responders
Jessica Maxwell photo
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UPDATE: One dead after serious collision in Niagara-on-the-Lake
A carriage protester. (File photo)
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NOTL man arrested over incident with carriage protester
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PHOTO: Hanging with ‘The Entertainer’
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Tensions rises during debate about emergency authority
The Pedal Pub won't be operating in town any more if town councillors get their wish. (File)
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Council doesn't want Pedal Pub's licence renewed
File photo/Rene Bertschi
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Niagara-on-the-Lake sees highest COVID-19 rate in region
Leila Ridesic is one Royal Oak student who will return in September. (File photo)
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Royal Oak School plans to open in September
Some buildings are already for lease. (Jessica Maxwell/Niagara Now)
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COVID could cost NOTL businesses $78 million: Niagara Economic Development
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Fire ban lifted in NIagara-on-the-Lake
Sandra O'Connor has been appointed to NOTL town council.
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Sandra O'Connor appointed to Niagara-on-the-Lake town council
A design for a hotel on the former Rand Estate. (Supplied)
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Developers Hummel, Marotta say they won't settle lawsuits against town
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Satire: Town baffled by influx of visitors with medical issues that prevent face masks
Lorenzo Lucchetta next to one of his food trucks. (Jessica Maxwell)
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Food truck under fire for violating bylaw
Supplied photo.
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Releasing emergency records is up to municipalities, expert says
Mask debate.
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Views on mandatory masks: From '100% yes' to 'personal choice'
File photo.
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BREAKING: NOTL council approves mandatory mask bylaw
File photo.
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Disero has no issues being in Phase 2 for now
Sentineal Carriages. (File photo)
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Town looks at new options to manage carriage protests
Editorial image.
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Editorial: Region wasted time, showed lack of interest in public safety
A sourced image of the meeting.
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Council gets heated: Queen Street closure among contentious issues
File photo.
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Records of NOTL's emergency group kept secret
Patio at the Epicurean in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (File/Richard Harley)
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Businesses denied patios on flower beds – for now
File photo.
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Special meeting set to discuss mandatory masks in NOTL
Town hall.
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NOTL council validates emergency group decisions
Pedestrians walk down a closed Queen Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (File photo)
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Town reopens Queen St., widens pedestrian walkways
File photo.
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Letter: Town's poor signage affects businesses
Letter.
News
Letter: Congrats to council on alienating constituents
Exploring photos with the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum.
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Exploring Photos with the NOTL Museum: Grazing on the ninth
File photo.
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Niagara to remain in Phase 2 as most of province enters Phase 3
Archi-text columnist Brian Marshall. (Supplied)
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Arch-i-text: Living life with COVID
Letter.
News, Opinion
Letter: Emergency group decision on Queen Street was undemocratic
Nancy Drope cycles on Queen Street. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
Some visitors like new-look Queen Street
Tour guide David Green as Sir Bob. (Supplied)
News
Ghost Walks bring their spook back to NOTL
File photo.
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Barrie man charged in NOTL break and enter
A street closed sign on Queen Street. (Jessica Maxwell)
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Responsible tourism group wants to protect way of life for residents
Rebecca van der Zalm is one of 15 new NOTL firefighters. (Richard Harley)
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New NOTL firefighter tells women to 'just go for it'
Ava Randall and Zoe Anger were tubing with Ava’s family when they made an impromptu rescue. (Richard Harley)
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Randall rescue: CAO and family help save couple in Niagara River
Sandra O'Connor. (File photo)
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Runner-up O'Connor says she's interested in filling council seat
Paul Dickson, owner of Irish Design, said Saturday was one of the worst days in 33 years for the business. (Richard Harley)
News
Businesses have mixed opinions on Queen Street closure
Letter.
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Letter: Why joining the NOTL Museum was a great decision
File photo.
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NOTL bans open air burns
Patrick Dowd, Mark Gaspich and Jim Brunton enjoy the newly opened patio Thursday at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124. Jessica Maxwell
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PHOTO: Legion opens up to members
Lucas Topic, Kevin McClelland, Dan Willms and Larissa Stemmler receive their helmets Monday night after graduating 300 hours of recruit training. (Richard Harley)
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Newest NOTL firefighters get their helmets
File photo.
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Town to release instructional videos on how to gather safely
Stuart McCormack. (File/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
News
Disero unsure of route council will take to replace councillor, but favours appointment
Stuart McCormack has resigned from council. (File/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
News
Stuart McCormack resigns from council
Queen Street closed to traffic on Wednesday, as the first part of a pilot program to see if shutting the street down to cars is viable for the future, to encourage social distancing and support downtown businesses. (Richard Harley)
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Canada Day not good time to measure success of street closure: Business owners
Coun. Erwin Wiens. (File/Richard Harley)
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Farm workers to be tested for COVID-19
Pedestrians walk down the middle of a closed Queen Street on Canada Day. (Richard Harley)
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Mayor, CAO 'fix' council's decision on Queen Street closure
The gazebo at Queen's Royal Park opened Thursday. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
Town reopens gazebo, extends some closures
Pixabay photo.
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Smartphone ads to target tourists, residents with 'stay safe' messaging
Police investigate a body found in the Niagara River at King's Point Condo on Ricardo Street. (Richard Harley)
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Police trying to ID body found in river in NOTL
File photo.
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Tidbit: NOTL extends washroom hours
Downtown Niagara-on-the-Lake. (File/Jessica Maxwell)
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Town of NOTL to close Queen Street on weekends
A flag on Bayberry Lane. (Jessica Maxwell)
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PHOTO GALLERY: NOTL shows community pride with flag displays
The patio at The Gate House. (Richard Harley)
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COVID-19: Restaurants can expand patios onto town parking spots – for a price
File photo/Richard Harley
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Town pushing for high speed internet in rural areas
Pedal Pub owners Fernando Colavecchia and Tony Visca. (File/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
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Pedal Pub anxious to get rolling
File photo.
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Deloitte report highlights areas town can improve
File.
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Town repeals freeze on urban development
File.
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Heritage tax rebate approved by council
Downtown NOTL. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
Closing Queen Street isn’t so simple, says town CAO
Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours owner John Kinney. (Richard Harley)
News
COVID-19: Jet boats overcome troubled waters to salvage season
Supplied photo.
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COVID-19: Emergency group to remain in charge for now: Disero
Queen's Royal Park visitors. (Richard Harley)
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COVID-19: Old Town sees 12,800 vehicles during weekend
Gordon Cutts outside his Victoria Street home. (Richard Harley)
News
Severed head of fawn found on driveway of NOTL home
Coun. Norm Arsenault with the NOTL flag. (Supplied)
News
Share the spirit of NOTL
Coun. Stuart McCormack. (File photo/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva))
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McCormack defends decision not to sign letter condemning racism
Terri-Lynn Woodhouse, owner of One Earth, says shop owners downtown need support from the town. (Supplied)
News
NOTL merchant group wants support for business
Cannabis grows at Tweed in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley/File)
News
NOTL expected to pass new cannabis bylaw
John Paraskevopoulos, owner of Gyros on the Lake. (Richard Harley)
News
Opa! Greek sandwich shop opens on Queen Street
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News, Opinion
Letter: Bylaw officers could soften up their 'look'
Sandtrap hustling on Wednesday afternoon to build the outdoor patio set to open on Friday. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
Restaurants can now apply for expanded patio space
Editorial image.
News, Opinion
Editorial: We need to educate and connect, not divide
Coun. Norm Arsenault volunteers with Bikes for Farmworkers. (File photo/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
News
Environment needs to stay at forefront, even amid pandemic: Arsenault
Photo by Rene Bertschi/Skyview Arts Inc.
News
COVID-19: NOTL stuck in Phase 1 of reopening, for now
Stuart McCormack is the only NOTL councillor not to sign a letter condemning racism. He says he will explain why at the next council meeting. (File/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
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Letter: Town of NOTL condemns racism
Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Yvonne Bredow speaks out against the racism she’s felt in town. An anti-racism rally at Voices of Freedom Park and march through Old Town attracted about 400 people last Friday. (Richard Harley)
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Hundreds march against racism at NOTL rally
David Watt, Erica Lepp and Ryan Crawford are helping to bring seniors something special with their Meals on Wheels deliveries. (Richard Harley)
News
Bringing a smile to local seniors
File photo
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Short-term rentals given green light to operate, with restrictions
An illustration of the Glendale area, presented to council on Monday. (Supplied)
News
Region updates town on Glendale District Plan
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News, Opinion
Letter: B&B reopening must be gradual and orderly
Chef Ryan Crawford is excited about the transition from Backhouse to Ruffino's Pasta Bar & Grill. (Richard Harley)
News
Backhouse lights final fire, as chef switches to family-focused Ruffino's
Trees were cut down May 29 at the NOTL Community Centre. Each removed tree will be replaced, said Lord Mayor Betty Disero. (Richard Harley)
News
Trees cut to make way for nursery school
An anti-racism rally will be held Friday at noon, starting at Voices of Freedom Park. (Richard Harley)
News
NOTL group to host 'peaceful anti-racism rally'
Hannah Jamal, far left, and sister Ayla (middle, black dress), with fellow Yellow Door performers. (Supplied)
News
COVID-19: Yellow Door keeps musical theatre going amid pandemic
Laurie Stratton and his dog Oscar at their Ricardo Street home. (Richard Harley)
News
'Slow down': NOTLer says bylaw officer was ‘aggressive’ after being asked not to speed
Neighbours in The Village have been outside every night since March 19, rain or shine, to show appreciation for health care workers and various other causes of national significance. From left, Alan Ash, Melissa O’Connor, Diana Ash, Paul O’Connor, Jerry Placken (drums), Wendy Connelly, Patricia Yocom, Nancy Widdicombe, Tore Stautland, Doug Widdicombe, Trinity Stautland, Julie Stautland, Mercedes Stautland. And dogs Cooper (centre) and Tiffany (right). (Richard Harley)
News
COVID-19: Nightly for past 11 weeks, neighbours sing praises of front-line workers
File photo.
News
June book club explores untold stories of women in the War of 1812
File photo.
News, Opinion
Letter: Apology for washroom statement that changed
Sean Simpson is proprietor of Simpson's Pharmacy in NOTL.
News
Simpson's Pharmacy promotion will help United Way and Red Roof Retreat
Vehicles continue to line up on Queen Street on weekends. (Richard Harley)
News
22,500: Number of weekend vehicles entering town doubles since start of May
Niagara-on-the-Lake's Lord Mayor Betty Disero. (Supplied)
News
Province is opening too fast: Disero
Despite the town urging people not to hold garage sales, someone in Garrison Village held one on the weekend. (Richard Harley)
News
Garage sales 'not recommended,' says mayor
Town restaurants could be permitted to use sidewalks and some parking spaces for patios when the provincial government allows them to reopen. (Richard Harley)
News
COVID-19: NOTL considers allowing restaurants to open patios
File photo.
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NOTL has had 21 cases of COVID-19 so far, region says. All but 3 patients have recovered
File photo.
News
COVID-19: Town revives hanging basket program
Jadwiga Dabrowski, owner of The Butterfly Gallery, says businesses are focused on safety as they reopen. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
A stroll through Old Town: Chatting with businesses on Queen Street
People lined up around the block to wait for public washrooms May 19. File photo/Richard Harley
News
Town reverses course on portable toilets, opens Simcoe Park washrooms instead
File photo.
News, Opinion
Letter: Heritage tax rebate must be a town priority
A man was struck while trying to cross Niagara Stone Road on a bicycle Saturday morning. (Jessica Maxwell)
News
Older man struck by vehicle in Niagara-on-the-Lake
File photo.
News
Town reopens green spaces and some recreational amenities
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COVID-19: Town estimates pandemic costs at $650K
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They're back: Tourists flock to Old Town on holiday weekend
Droves of tourists lined up to use the washrooms in Old Town on Saturday, despite the pandemic. (Richard Harley)
News
COVID-19: Town adding portable toilets for Old Town visitors
St. Catharines firefighters fight the blaze on Read Road early Wednesday morning. (Jessica Maxwell/The Lake Report/Niagara Now)
News
Blaze breaks out at Read Road greenhouse
Athina and Carson McConkey pose in front of Crossroads Public School on the first day of school Tuesday, Sept. 3. (File photo/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
News
COVID-19: Niagara board supports keeping schools closed
From left, Jay Plato, deputy fire chief – community risk Reduction, and Brad Disher, fire prevention and public education officer, show off the fire safety kits that NOTL Fire & Emergency Services will be delivering to children. (Town of NOTL photo)
News
NOTL firefighters helping teach kids fire safety with home kits
Frank Hayes photo.
News
PHOTO: U.S. fighter jets soar for front-line workers
Emergency crews respond to the scene of a vehicle over the edge of the Niagara Gorge. (Supplied photo)
News
Woman dead after vehicle goes into Niagara Gorge
Scenes like the one above are becoming more common across NOTL, as grape producers cut contracts. (Richard Harley/The Lake Report/Niagara Now)
News
Pandemic, lost contracts hurting NOTL grape growers
A screenshot of Monday's committee of the whole meeting. (Niagara Now)
News
COVID-19: NOTL ‘refocusing’ efforts to manage tourism resumption
File photo.
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COVID-19: Tourism businesses plan for reopening
Firefighter recruits train at the old nurses' home on Byron Street. Supplied photo/Nick Ruller
News
NOTL fire recruits train at old nurses' residence
File photo.
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COVID-19: Town of NOTL lifts parking ban
Blanche Quinn served a term on town council. (Supplied photo)
News
In memoriam: Blanche Quinn did it her way
A bylaw officer tickets a vehicle parked in the tow-away zone on Queen Street. (Richard Harley)
News
COVID-19: Town records 10,000 cars coming into town on weekend
Elise Sudaholc is a nurse practitioner at the Virgil clinic. (Richard Harley)
News
COVID-19: On NOTL's front line: Part 3: Elise Suhadolc
Supplied photo.
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Editorial: Please close your lots, Niagara Parks
Niagara Parks parking lots were overflowing on Saturday and Sunday, despite town efforts to deter visitors. (Richard Harley)
News
COVID-19: Niagara Parks says stay home, but won't close its parking spaces
Letter
News, Opinion
COVID-19: Letter: Visitors ignored town's pleas to stay home
Cars parked along a residential street in Old Town. (Supplied/Peter Thomas)
News, Opinion
COVID-19: Letter: Lakeside outlook closed but parking problems persist
The green area depicts the 24-hour no-parking zone that takes effect Friday. (Supplied)
News
NOTL bans parking in Old Town to deter visitors during pandemic
Shaw actors came together to perform for That’s Shawbiz. (Screenshot/Jessica Maxwell)
News
'That's Shawbiz' draws thousands of viewers
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TIDBITS: Town of NOTL bylaw can now enforce fines on Parks Canada property
Virgil couple Fred and Sonia Johnson stop to buy a mask on Four Mile Creek Road. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now/The Lake Report)
News
COVID-19: NOTL 'mask trees' raise $3,000 for shelters in Niagara
Jane Carson (right) with next week's nurse profile, Elise Suhadolc. (Supplied)
News
COVID-19: On NOTL's front line: Part 2: Jane Carson
A photo of the first issue of The Lake Report. May 1 marks two years since the paper filled a news gap in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley)
News
Editorial: NOTL's #1 newspaper turns two
File photo.
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COVID-19: Town to open $10 million line of credit
Tourists packed Queen Street Saturday, despite town efforts to deter visitors. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now/The Lake Report)
News
COVID-19: Tourists still flocking to Niagara-on-the-Lake
File photo.
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Letter: Rude resident at NOTL post office
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News
Letter: Shameful, disgusting treatment
MPP Wayne Gates. (Richard Harley/File photo)
News
Op-Ed: MPP Wayne Gates: Farmers still feed cities
NOTL’s Blue Chair Cottage is one of many short-term rentals still listed on Airbnb. (Sourced image)
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COVID-19: Legal rentals following rules, says B&B  president
Erin Jarvis, nurse practitioner for Niagara North's NOTL site. (Richard Harley)
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COVID-19: NOTL nurses on the front line: Erin Jarvis
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Editorial: Thank you to NOTL volunteers
Ron Simkus, a Niagara-on-the-Lake dock area resident who prepares a weekly lake level report, says this year the water in Lake Ontario shouldn't be as high as in 2019. (File photo/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
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Lake Ontario level predicted to be less than 2019
File photo/Rene Bertschi/Skyview Arts Inc.
News
How many NOTLers have COVID-19? Region won't tell mayor
Niagara LTC Residence (formerly Chartwell Niagara) is facing a respiratory outbreak. (Jessica Maxwell/The Lake Report)
News
UPDATE: 'Respiratory virus' outbreak at NOTL long-term care home is not COVID-19, public health says
Niagara-on-the-Lake's seasonal fruit festivals are cancelled this year due to COVID-19. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
COVID-19: All NOTL's summertime fruit festivals cancelled
Peter Jarour and Luc Henry enjoy a glass of wine while streaming Niagara Jazz Festival events from home. (Supplied)
News
COVID-19: TD Niagara Jazz Festival adapts to a new world
Eliana McManus holds one of her painted positivity stones. A mystery person has inspired people around Chautauqua to paint similar stones and place them around the neighbourhood. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now/The Lake Report)
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'Smile' stones spread positivity around NOTL neighbourhood
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Editorial: NOTL comes together to tackle new challenges
File photo/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva
News
SORE reprimanded for breaching confidentiality in Randwood settlement
Connor Crickmore. (Facebook)
News
COVID-19: Stranded in Nepal, NOTL man catches flight home
NOTL firefighters deliver chocolate bunnies to the staff at Harvest Barn on Saturday. From left: Stephanie Domanico, Ashley Morris, Brad Disher, Colin Hunter and Joanne Ross. (Richard Harley)
News
Chocolate bunnies spread Easter cheer across NOTL
Sean Simpson, owner of Simpson's Pharmasave, in a mask made by Calhoun Sportswear. (Facebook)
News
Simpson's workers sporting fabric masks
Ben Nicks, Devon (Rocky) McKenzie, Nick Bell, Nadia Skorupski, Chase Collins, Kaleigh Andrews, Timothy Shashkoff and Catriona McConnell work the vineyards. (Supplied)
News
Stratus 'reinvented' during COVID-19, retail staff working the vines
Canadian farm worker Claude Chambers prunes vines at Erwin Wiens Farms. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Banning farm workers from stores is racial profiling: Brock prof
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Opinion
Editorial: Support The Lake Report GoFundMe, thanks to Chef Crawford
Ivan Dillon, Baraka Allen, Kentroy McGon and Rojay James are in isolation for 14 days after arriving from Jamaica. The workers arrived at Erwin Wiens Farms on Tuesday at midnight. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
COVID-19: Farm workers start to arrive
A Chevrolet Tahoe crashed into the entrance of the Royal Bank of Canada on Mary Street on Sunday. (Jessica Maxwell/Niagara Now)
News
SUV crashes into Old Town bank
File photo. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Virgil Stampede cancelled due to COVID-19
File photo. (Rene Bertschi)
News
COVID-19: This is history: Museum encourages people to journal time in self-isolation
File photo. (Rene Bertschi)
News
COVID-19: Farmers in limbo waiting for arrival of migrant workers, Wiens says
Teddy bears can be seen in windows across town to show love for the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
COVID-19: Teddy bears spread message of hope
Scott Robinson at his quarantine house in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Family friend and Whirlpool Jet Boats owner John Kinney offered him the place to self-isolate. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
COVID-19: Home sweet home: Stranded NOTLers catch flight home from Peru
Alex Hicks on Wall of Chefs. (Food Network Canada)
News
Alex Hicks brings NOTL cooking to Food Network
File photo. (Rene Bertschi)
News
BREAKING: Not taking emergency orders seriously? The town can now fine you $750
NOTLers Scott Robinson and Chelsea Widdicombe are stuck in quarantine in Peru. (Supplied photo)
News
UPDATED: NOTLers quarantined in Peru, hoping government helps bring them home
Niagara-on-the-Lake town hall. (File photo)
News
COVID-19: Parking fees, tax penalties waived by town until June 30
File photo.
News
COVID-19: Farmers ready to isolate workers
A scene not often seen in Niagara-on-the-Lake: The Sandtrap pub empty during dinner hours, with chairs all packed up. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
COVID-19: Sandtrap feels the love but forced to close, for now
Maureen and Byron Dodd and kids Logan and Maryna sell flowers in Virgil on Saturday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
COVID-19: NOTL greenhouses devastated by mass Easter flower cancellations
People lined up to get into Phil's Valu-Mart in Virgil on Saturday after the store started enforcing a 30-person limit on customers in the store. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
COVID-19: Valu-Mart owner has 'zero tolerance' for complaints about 30-customer limit
The federal government announced Friday night that it will ease travel restrictions for seasonal migrant workers. But they will have to self-isolate for 14 days. Full details of when they will arrive are still to be announced.  (File photo) 
News
Updated: COVID-19: Canadian government to ease travel restrictions for seasonal farm workers
A raccoon with distemper was found on Mississagua Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake on Sunday. The virus is fatal for raccoons. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
NOTL samaritans stop to help blind raccoon
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News
Council enacts election-time bylaw to allow Lord Mayor and CAO to make decisions during COVID-19 crisis
Interim CAO Sheldon Randall is in self-isolation after returning from a personal trip. (Dariya Baiguzhiyeva/File)
News
Town's CAO, two councillors forced to self-isolate
The Irish Harp Pub St Patrick's Day celebrations are being postponed. (File photo)
News
Irish Harp St. Patrick’s Day celebrations postponed, will still go on when things are ‘back to normal,’ staff says
Migrant workers won't be allowed into Canada with the closure of borders to non-citizens and non-permanent residents. (File photo)
News
Closing border to seasonal workers 'devastating' for Niagara farmers, Wiens says
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News
Niagara Health opens COVID-19 assessment centre in Niagara Falls 
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News
Pandemic: Town of NOTL closes administration buildings, cancels committees and public meetings
File photo/Rene Bertschi
News
Pandemic: Newark neighbours suspends shopping and drop-offs, food bank still active
Photo illustration. Photo courtesy of Rene Bertschi. (Niagara Now)
News
Two Sisters first NOTL winery to close public operations amid COVID-19 pandemic
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Pandemic: Niagara Falls closes city facilities, encourages preventive measures due to COVID-19
Photo courtesy of Pixabay.
News
Pandemic: Town of NOTL facilities, businesses close over COVID-19 threat
Photo courtesy of Pixabay.
News
Pandemic: Niagara College suspends all on-campus classes due to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) threat
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News
UPDATED: Pandemic: Town of NOTL 'partially activates' Emergency Operations Centre due to COVID-19 threat
Andrew Niven presents the Company of the Year Award to Niagara Trailers. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Spirit of Niagara awards bigger and better than ever
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Opinion
Editorial: Time to consider the big picture
A female resident of Niagara-on-the-Lake was taken for $232,145 in 2019 as the result of a romance scam. (Sourced image)
News
NOTLer lost $232K to ‘romance’ scam in 2019
MPP Wayne Gates. (Richard Harley/File photo)
News
Gates fights for mental health funding for Niagara
File photo.
Opinion
Editorial: Police should take scam calls more seriously
Pauline Charlton, a NOTL resident and retired York University professor of psychology thinks more needs to be done about scam phone calls. She receives as many as three scam calls daily. (Richard Harley/ Niagara Now)
News
Scam phone calls are ‘real psychological terrorism’
Editorial: Kudos to council on climate crisis
Opinion
Editorial: Kudos to council on climate crisis
Lena Scholman and Catherine Skinner share 10 tips for every writer during the awards ceremony on Sunday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Writers' Circle celebrates talent across the province
Left: Legion president Paul Eramian sends out finished orders of fish and chips. (RIchard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Featured
Military efficiency at Legion fish fry
File photo.
Opinion
Editorial: Solution needed for short-term rentals
Ed Hare fixes a remote control toy car for three-year-old Sam Heffernan during the library Repair Cafe on Saturday.(Jessica Maxwell/Niagara Now)
News
Toys, coats, corkscrews, lamps fixed at library Repair Cafe
A revised site plan for the Rand Estate shows the current estate building beside a proposed new hotel and conference centre. (Supplied)
News
Marotta to appeal court decision on Rand Estate heritage designation
Nancy Bongard practices using water to lighten the paint. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
Entertainment
RiverBrink art class offers watercolour fun for all
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Opinion
Editorial: Journalists don’t answer to public relations depts
A photo illustration of a proposed hotel on the Rand Estate. (Supplied photo)
News
Town still knows little info about new Rand design: Disero
New plans for the Rand Estate show a five-storey hotel. (Supplied photo)
News
Exclusive: Marotta unveils new Rand Estate designs
Developer Rainer Hummel, owner of Hummel Properties Inc. (Supplied)
News
Hummel sues town for $500,000 over development freeze in Old Town
Rand Estate battle is far from over. (File photo)
Opinion
Editorial: Rand Estate battle is far from over
Developer Benny Marotta says the town is acting out of malice to stop his development of the Rand Estate. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Marotta ‘likely’ to appeal court decision on Randwood
A drawing of a draft plan for the Rand Estate hotel and conference centre. Supplied photo
News
Judge rules in favour of town and SORE in Randwood designation case
Volunteers spend two days sorting and packing a shipping container full of useful items to send to the poor mountain regions of Guatemala. (Richard Harley/)
News
Wells of Hope: Shipping a container to mountains of Guatemala
Town crier Thomas Pekar gives a rousing huzzah to ring in the new year. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Huzzah! It’s the lord mayor’s annual New Year’s levee
One of the stone arch entrances to the Rand Estate. (FIle photo/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
News
Residents attended the courthouse to show support for town
Early plans for a hotel at the Rand Estate on John Street. (Supplied)
News
Town, Marotta face off in court over historic Rand Estate
File photo.
Opinion
Editorial: Council's history of ignoring expert advice
An illustration of a potential splash pad at Simcoe Park from 2017. The idea has met strong opposition from council and residents, both in and out of Old Town. (Supplied)
News
Council sinks idea of splash pad at Simcoe Park
Town council and staff talk budget deliberations at Monday’s meeting. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Town legal fees skyrocket to $1.15 million for 2020 budget
Chef Ryan Crawford and the staff at Backhouse are busy preparing for the launch of the new pop-up Italian restaurant Ruffino’s on Jan. 6. The restaurant will offer a taste of Naples in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
SPONSORED: Ruffino’s: New pop-up restaurant offers a taste of Napoli in Niagara-on-the-Lake
A visit to Grandma’s at Christmas time.
Entertainment, Featured
A visit to Grandma’s at Christmas time
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Opinion
Editorial: Nominations pour in! Mag on the way!
Catherine Cahill accepts the Golden Plunger for Pondview. (Plunger Patrol)
News, Opinion
Golden Plunger: Pondview Estate Winery
File photo.
Opinion
Editorial: Nominations open for first-ever NOTL's Choice Awards at www.LakeReport.ca
Paw Paws growing at Grimo Nut Nursery on Lakeshore Road. Richard Harley/File Photo
News
Paw paws: Ontario’s ‘tropical’ fruit you’ve probably never heard of
Paul Simon and Bakithi Kumalo. (Supplied)
News
Bravo! Niagara to host two NOTL events in November
Gayle Gibson with Ramses I in Luxor. (Chris Erie/Supplied)
News
Lost royal mummy discovered in Niagara to be celebrated
Annaliesa Covatta writes in to The Lake Report to show support for horse-drawn carriages.
Opinion
Letter: Carriages should stay
This week’s clue: When flames appear unexpectedly and they need to be put out, I’m not just a “fly on the wall.” (Supplied)
Entertainment
Artifact of the Week - Oct. 24
NDP candidate Brian Barker on election night with supporters and fans. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Barker campaign celebrates progress and perseverance
Independent Mike Strange placed fourth in the running for Niagara Falls riding MP. (Brittany Carter/NiagaraNow)
News
Independent Strange feels 'deflated' but proud of campaign
The Lake Report's free Press Pass program is now open. (File Photo)
News
Press Pass Program offers deals
Supplied photo. (Jim Smith/Niagara Now)
Entertainment, Featured
Exploring photos with Jim Smith: 1946 painting by Betty Lane
Jaclyn Willms demonstrates part of the "dead bug." (Supplied)
News, Featured
Stay Fit NOTL: Fat-Burning No Equipment Circuit
This week's artifact of the week.
News
Artifact of the Week - Oct. 10
Terry Weiner of Bikes for Farmworkers. (File Photo/Dariya Baiguzhiyeva)
News
Bikes for Farmworkers: Success creates need for more volunteers
The Lake Report's free Press Pass program is now open. (File Photo)
News
Press Pass Program is open!
File photo.
News, Opinion
Op-ed: The case for good management
File photo.
News, Opinion
Editorial: Keep NOTL Palliative Care in mind
Terry Hardy in October 2018. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Remembering a conversation with Terry Hardy
Terry Fox, in a portrait by photographer John O'Callaghan, when the Marathon of Hope passed through the Toronto area. (John O'Callaghan photo)
News
Terry Fox Run this weekend
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Opinion
EDITORIAL: Enough is enough
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Opinion
EDITORIAL: Soaring examples of community spirit
Fallen trees in the water at Niagara Shores Park. The park is losing an average of 1.1 metres of land per year. (Rene Bertschi/Special)
News, Opinion
Editorial: Erosion crisis needs creative solutions
A tree slides into Lake Ontario off the banks of Niagara Shores Park in 2016. In 2019, the tree is nothing more than a dead stump in the water. (Richard Harley)
News, Featured
Falling Into The Lake: A comprehensive look at Niagara's eroding shoreline
About 100 Irish scouts take refuge at the Legion on Tuesday night after their campsite in the Commons was rained out in a severe thunderstorm. (Jessica Maxwell/Special)
News
Legion, Kinsmen offer rain refuge to Irish scouts
The Upper Canada Region Porsche Club make a stop at Peller Estates Winery during a tour of Niagara Parks attractions. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
Niagara Parks explored in style
The Lake Report partners with Brims and Things. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Building community partnerships
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Opinion
Editorial: Petty parking enforcement practices
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Opinion
Opinion: Did Marineland play any part in my love for animals?
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News
St. Catharines man, 37, arrested for voyeurism
File photo.
News, Opinion
Editorial: News has to be reported, even if it's bad
At War for Animals Niagara supporters drove up and down Queen Street Saturday. (Brittany Carter/Niagara Now)
News
Old Town needs cameras to monitor horse protesters, Disero says
A group of horse carriage protesters projected their messaging onto the cenotaph last week, causing an outrage on social media. (Facebook/Sourced)
News
Protesters in hot water over projections
An open exposure shot of the fireworks display at Ravine Winery on Canada Day. (Frank Hayes/Submitted)
News, Entertainment
Fireworks dazzle in St. Davids
Drumming Down the Sun at Ryerson Park. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now))
News
Photo gallery: Drums roar on Summer Solstice
Lynn Lingard serves up strawberry crepes. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Strawberry Fest a big jam-bouree
The Thorold Pipe Band performs at Ryerson Park during Scottish celebrations on Saturday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
Spectacular sunset for Scottish festivities in 'Chautauqua-by-the-Lake'
A superior mirage can be seen across Lake Ontario. The effect is more common in spring when the air warms more quickly than water. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Blurred lines: Superior mirage distorts Toronto skyline
Stevensville resident Chris Wiens bought this Toronto Raptors licence plate in the mid-2000s. The numbers are coincidentally representative of the Raptors' NBA championship victory in 2019. (Supplied photo)
News, Entertainment
Raptors licence plate from mid-2000s was an omen of team's historic victory
Zachary Wells. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Feature photo: Unicycle ride for a good cause
Herbert Konzelmann was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award for his dedication to fine wine. (Supplied)
News
NOTL vintners win big at provincial wine awards
The Strawberry Social is June 17. (File photo)
News
Annual Strawberry Social returns for senior residents
Jessica Lattanzio, Candice Penny, Niagara Nursery School staff members with members of the preschool class. (Brittany Carter/Niagara Now)
News
$1.5 million nursery school expansion approved
File photo.
News
Here come NOTL Festivals
Carlotta Cattani, right, with fellow winners of the International Gelato Competition 2019 in Boston. (Supplied)
News
Carlotta takes home bronze in international gelato competition
Niagara-on-the-Lake Sailing Club members John and Chris Mills stand in lake water covering the docks. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Water level causes problems at sailing club
(Pixabay)
Opinion
Editorial: An important month
Taking a first flight. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Thousand Words: Taking a first flight
Richard Polinski. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Painting the lake
A dog swims back with a frisbee in its mouth at Ryerson Park beach in Chautauqua. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Chautauqua residents want Ryerson beach water tested
Dororthy, Brianna and Jessica Wiens shop for plants at the Horticultural Society fundraiser sale last Saturday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
NOTL Horticultural Society: Flower power
Toronto lawyer Michael Melling asked media to leave before addressing stragglers leftover from a meeting during which local activist group Save Our Rand Estate was granted party status. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Opinion
Editorial: Mr. Melling’s attitude is concerning
About About 260 people showed up at the Niagara-on-the-Lake community centre Thursday morning to show support for local activist group Save Our Rand Estate. The group was awarded party status in a legal matter between the Town of NOTL and Two Sisters Resorts Corp. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
SORE wins third party status victory
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Opinion
Editorial: Decorum, please. Let’s play nice
A Chautauqua resident canoes Lake Ontario Sunday. (Jordyn Mottola/Special)
Opinion
Editorial: Get outside and enjoy our town
Hear Better Niagara will host a "hearing show" at the Niagara-on-the-Lake community centre May 1. (Pexels image)
News
NOTL Hearing Show at community centre May 1
The Lake Report is proud to have received two certificates from the Province of Ontario and the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake for its launch party and office opening. Thank you to our member of provincial parliament Wayne Gates and our lord mayor Betty Disero for the kind acknowledgements. (File photo)
News
Editorial: Happy birthday to us! Lake Report is one year young
A poster taken down last week from the bulletin board outside the NOTL post office. (Scanned Image)
News
Political expert decries hate posters
The golden egg hunt begins. (File photo)
News
Annual hunt for golden egg about to begin
A portion of the stone wall surrounding the Randwood Estate. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
SORE wins right to join legal battles
Queenston Mile built a full-service kitchen, though it hasn’t been set up. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
What constitutes a restaurant?
Editorial
Opinion
Editorial: Keep public meetings publicly accessible
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Opinion
Re: Let’s eradicate hate speech
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News
Editorial: Keep public meetings accessible
Residents packed into a St. Catharines courtroom Wednesday morning to hear SORE and Two Sisters lawyers argue about citizen group joint legal action.
News
SORE and Two Sisters meet in court
The three posters above were taken down from bulletin boards in Old Town in the last week. Scanned images
News
Residents fight hate speech posters in Niagara-on-the-Lake
File photo.
Opinion
Editorial: Let’s eradicate hate speech
Posters which many residents feel are white supremacist propaganda have been spotted around Niagara-on-the-Lake. This poster was posted in 2019. (Submitted photo)
News
Hate posters in NOTL spark concerns amongst residents
File photo.
Opinion
Editorial: A breath of fresh air
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124, Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Legion presenting local schools with awards during month of March
MPP Wayne Gates fears the province will make a rushed decision when it comes to options for making regional government more efficient. He says the province needs to listen to the public and the wishes of small communities with unique identities. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Gates talks region merger: Consultation is crucial for smaller communities
Ethan, a Sentineal Carriages horse, took a tumble last Saturday afternoon. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Horse and driver safe after carriage mishap
File photo.
Opinion
Editorial: Clearing the air on NOTL vs. Marotta
A rendering of the hotel proposed for Randwood Estate. (Supplied)
News
Town will pay ‘a fortune’ in legal fees
File photo.
Opinion
Editorial: Stop spending bad money
File photo.
Opinion
Editorial: Our identity could suffer if municipalities merge
File photo.
News
Woman allegedly defrauds ODSP to the tune of 150K
Photo illustration. (Niagara Now)
News
Is Ford planning the City of Niagara?
The Queenston fire station. (Jer Houghton/Niagara Now)
News
Problems plague Queenston fire station
Jami Godin and Devon Duc serve up extra chilly ice wine during the first weekend of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Icewine Village. (Eunice Tang/Special)
News
Icy time for wine fest
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News, Opinion
Editorial: Enough horsing around
Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake municipal offices. (File photo)
News
NOTL council to look at 40 years of Queenston fire station reports
Thomas was euthanized on Jan. 11. (Supplied)
News
NOTL loses a star
Richard Mell in front of the Grape Escape's office. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Grape Escape expanding for great success
The former C&C Yachts property. (Brittany Carter/Niagara Now)
News
NOTL council to hear proposal for Vintage Hotels expansion and subdivision
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News
Legal battles mounting
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News, Opinion
Editorial: Let’s make 2019 more friendly
Poppy at home resting up after being attacked by an unknown dog shortly after leaving her owner's back gate in Garrison Village. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Garrison Village man hopes fellow dog owner will come forward after vicious attack
Chris Bjorgan is about to plunge into Lake Ontario on Boxing Day 2018 during the annual Penguin Swim. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
NOTL Penguins brave the cold December lake for 43rd year
Supplied photo. (Parks Canada)
News, Entertainment
Regency skate day to take Fort George back in time
Santa Claus himself stopped in at the Epicurean restaurant in Niagara-on-the-Lake Sunday during an event to support local palliative care services. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
Breakfast with Santa supports NOTL Palliative Care
The Lake Report. (File photo)
News, Opinion
Editorial: Lake Report to go weekly
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Niagara Falls bank robbed, police seek suspect
The Lake Report makes great wrapping paper. (Lauren O'Malley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment, Opinion
Wrap your gifts with The Lake Report
The Yellow Door Theatre Project production of Robin Hood starts Dec. 14 at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre's Robertson Theatre. (Supplied photo/Sarah Jamal)
News, Entertainment
Hillstrom: YDTP production of Robin Hood “a little on the edge”
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News
Interim control bylaw will prevent subdivision applications in Old Town
File photo.
News
Council passes tree bylaw for all five urban areas of NOTL
Lord Mayor Betty Disero. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
New NOTL council sworn in at Shaw
Pieza Pizzeria owners Laryssa and Maurizio in front of their stone pizza oven which was imported from Naples, Italy. Right top: A handmade margharita pizza. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
Local pizza maker earns Naples seal
Residents gathered in front of the Randwood Estate Nov. 18 to hold a “funeral” for trees that were cut down in the weeks prior. (Fred Mercnik/Special to Niagara Now)
News
Residents call for action
Niagara College students Tyra Obsborne and Taylor Toth harvest icewine grapes early Thursday morning, in what was the earliest ice wine grape harvest students have ever done. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
Icewine harvest earliest ever for NC students
Residents concerned about trees being cleared from John Street properties gathered in protest outside the gates of the Randwood Estate in Niagara-on-the-Lake Nov. 6. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Protesters gather outside Randwood Estate
Al Howse, president of the NOTL legion. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Legion calls bells to action Nov. 11
File photo.
News, Opinion
Editorial: Clearing the air
World-famous magician and showman Eddie Diijon leans on a pear tree outside the Lake Report office. (Richard Harley)
News, Entertainment, Featured
Local Spotlight: Eddie Diijon, showman and entertainer
Lord Mayor Betty Disero.
News
Disero wins lord mayor race with 50 per cent of votes
File photo.
News, Opinion
Editorial: "Our opinion"
A Q&A with developer Benny Marotta.
News
A Q&A with Benny Marotta
At table, from left: Lord mayor candidates Dan Turner, Betty Disero and Pat Darte.
Audio: SDRA all-candidates meeting part 1 — mayoral candidates
A black GMC Terrain seen that was used to flee the scene after a Saturday robbery at a pharmacy in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Supplied photo/NRPS)
News
Old Town Simpson's robbed
The cover of a children's book, "No Girls Allowed," part of the Berenstain Bears series. (Sourced photo)
News, Opinion
Editorial: Playground politics shouldn't be disguised as altruism
The former rifle range on Lakeshore Road in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Group pushes for a natural Lakeshore park
Rachel Spiewak's Virgil home went up in flames Sunday Sept. 16. (Submitted)
News
NOTL community rallies together for family after fire destroys their home
Toronto Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews smiles for a photo with a young fan outside of Niagara Falls' Gale Centre on September 16. Photo by Alex Lupul.
News, Entertainment
Photo gallery: Leafs training camp in Niagara Falls
File photo.
News
Number of candidates for NOTL town councillor drops to 24
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Abandoned kayak prompts police search of Four Mile Creek
Parks Canada will be mowing the NOTL Commons between August 27 and 29. (File photo)
News
Commons to remain open during mowing
The Lake Report on the press. (File photo)
News
Lake Report doubling production
Olivia Adams, Maya Gazzard and Sienna Rey help get signs ready for the tree giveaway August 25. (Supplied photo)
News
NOTL resident giving away trees to help protect canopy
The Queenston Residents' Association will hold an all-candidates meeting in September.
News
UPDATED: Niagara-on-the-Lake all-candidates meeting 2018
According to Niagara Region Public Health rabies is on the rise in Niagara. (File photo)
News
Public Health: rabies on the rise in Niagara
Livestock Niagara 2018 could be the last time the festival takes over Taps.
News, Entertainment
Livestock 2018 could be the last
The view from Niagara Stone Road, where a hotel and 400 parking spaces are proposed. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Village residents present petition to council
Support NOTL Palliative Care and get rid of your old documents confidentially at this year's community Shred-It event in NOTL. (File photo/Wikimedia Commons)
News, Entertainment
Shred-It event to support NOTL Palliative Care
Adam Stirr, founder, and Jason King, member of At War for Animals Niagara. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
AWFAN: Town violated Charter rights with notice
A rendering of the future village centre in the Village (Garrison). (Supplied photo)
News
Public meeting for hotel sways some opinions
File photo.
News
NOTL council attendance records
Spices. (Editorial photo/Supplied)
Opinion
Editorial: Packed election deserves attention
Police stop a counter-protester riding a horse from approaching Saturday's horse carriage protest. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
NOTL horse carriage supporters question treatment of protesters
Members of At War For Animals Niagara protest the horse drawn carriages on Queen Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Stirr: Tensions expected at NOTL horse carriage protest
A tweed employee inspects a growing marijuana plant. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
NOTL could be the spot for pot one day
Niagara Falls file photo.
News
Falls calls out to Ellen DeGeneres
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Falls woman charged in early morning stabbing
Pat Darte (left) and his campaign chair Joe Pillitteri announce Darte will seek a second term as lord mayor of Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Darte seeking re-election, Pillitteri on board
Virgil Stampede. (Richard Harley)
News, Entertainment
VBA to ramp up security for stampede
One of the suspects. (Supplied by Niagara Regional Police)
News
Police seek suspects in Grimsby armed robbery
Firefighters start to get a blaze that destroyed about 20 vehicles parked across from Neob Lavender Boutique on Sunday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Fire destroys multiple vehicles parked in hay field
Dan Turner outside Niagara-on-the-Lake town hall Thursday morning after filing his nomination papers for lord mayor. (Richard Harley)
News
23-year-old Turner officially running for lord mayor
NOTL firefighters battle a small blaze at a storefront in Old Town in May. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
NOTL fire departments to ramp up volunteer recruitment
Olivia Vacca performs at Busk For A Cause in Niagara Falls on June 30. (Kyle Phelan/Submitted)
News
First ever Busk For A Cause event rocks Falls
Maple tree.
News
Grow Niagara: A Canada Day tribute to the maple tree
Regional Chair Alan Caslin.
News
Caslin announces regional chair nomination
Protestors gatheron Queen Street in NOTL to protest the horse-drawn carriages.
News
Protesters hoof it to NOTL
Chautauqua Park. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Editorial: Residents should support neighbourhood designation of Chautauqua
NOTL Town councillor Paolo Miele. (File photo/Richard Harley)
News
Miele makes $100 offer to identify 'fake poster'
Silhouettes of real Niagara-on-the-Lake residents. (Photo illustration by Richard Harley)
News
Randwood Part 3: Resident Voices
White wine. (Pixabay)
News
Decorate a wine bottle event to hit Niagara Pumphouse in July
Part of the stone wall surrounding the properties of the Randwood Estate. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
RANDWOOD: Part 2: Stone walls
Bank swallows fly above Lake Ontario. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Opinion
Editorial: Protecting NOTL's bank swallows
Two St. Catharines residents will be among the first 147 space politicians who will govern the proposed space nation Asgardia.
News, Entertainment
Two St. Catharines residents among first 147 'space politicians'
Al Huberts, creator of Build-It With Bryan Step By Step. (Richard Harley
News, Entertainment, Featured
Local entrepreneur could have next Trivial Pursuit
Portrait of Laura Secord from page 1 of George Bryce’s Laura Secord: A Study in Canadian Patriotism (1907) (Wikimedia Commons)
News
Laura Secord Walk a great way to boost numbers for Step Challenge
Sunset at Niagara Shores in NOTL. (Richard Harley)
News, Entertainment
Drum Down the Sun returns for Summer Solstice
File photo.
News, Entertainment
NOTL Cats to hold silent auction
A proposed distillery on Lakeshore Road could see 3,000 tonnes repurposed to benefit the agricultural community, The Town heard at a Committee of the Whole meeting Monday. (Photo from council)
News
Lepp distillery proposes fruit waste solution
The Lake Report goes bi-weekly starting in June. (File photo)
Opinion
Editorial: Lake Report goes bi-weekly
Kid Curators summer camp starts again this July.
News, Entertainment
NOTL history museum calling 'kid curators'
Niagara Region photo of the week by Pete Dove of Fonthill.
Entertainment
Niagara Region photo of the week
File photo.
News, Opinion
Letter: Ontario's libraries
A design for a proposed six-storey hotel on the property of Randwood Estate.
News
RANDWOOD: Part 1
Niagara Falls MP Rob Nicholson announces his pill bottle keychain initiative with Claudine Courtois, the wife of the late Gord Brown. (Supplied photo)
News
MP Rob Nicholson wants to prevent heart attack deaths
Niagara Falls will officially accept its Bee City designation this June. (A bracelet for Small Scale Farms Bee Love campaign. Richard Harley)
News, Entertainment
Falls to hold Bee City designation ceremony
A fire tore through the first floor of the building next to the Angel Inn on Wednesday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Fire destroys first floor of building next to Angel Inn
Police line. (Image labelled for reuse)
News
Three charged with attempted murder after investigation into stabbing in Niagara Falls
Sam Fretz, Zoe Anger and Tannin Bradshaw. (Supplied photo)
News, Entertainment
NOTL Girl Guide wins National Girl Greatness Award
Town Coun. Paolo Miele, traffic enforcement sergeant Adam Carter and Lord Mayor Pat Darte were out to see how traffic responded to the two new stop signs creating a four-way stop on Four Mile Creek and Line 2 roads. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Four-way stop will come with learning curve for residents
Lindsay Rose of Lindsay's Gourmet Compound Butter sells her flavour-packed spreads at the first Niagara-on-the-Lake Farmers' Market of the season. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
NOTL Farmers' Market kicks off for season
Tim from Paddle Niagara)
News, Entertainment
SupperMarket kicks off with record-breaking attendance
The second annual Garden City Comedy Festival returns Thursday.
News, Entertainment
Garden City Comedy Festival returns Thursday
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
POLICE: Seatbelt compliance initiative sees fines in Welland
Vegetables. (File photo)
News, Entertainment
Niagara VegFest returns with vegan Big Macs
From left, Harvey Hall, Barb Cole, Jeff Hall, Al Howse (Legion president), Victor Packard and Chris Toye cook up food for those who came out to celebrate the Legion’s 90th anniversary on Saturday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
Legion celebrates 90th anniversary
Niagara Region photo of the week by Bill Van Oosten of St. Catharines
Entertainment
Niagara Region photo of the week
Douglas Memorial Site in Fort Erie was closed for police investigation Saturday as a result of an altercation that occurred Friday night. (File photo)
News
POLICE: Two men seriously injured in Fort Erie
Atis Bankas, artistic director of Music Niagara.
News, Entertainment
Music Niagara receives $9K to hold Inaugural Young Musicians of Niagara Competition
Mallory Doppenberg, Sierra Kelly, Ayla Jamal, Maya Dueck, Valerie Yaremchak and Xander Anderson, members of St. Davids Public School's student council, showing off their new Chromebooks donated by the St. Davids Firefighters Association. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Firefighters Association gives Chromebooks to students
Monday Punday: with David Green logo.
Entertainment
Monday Punday: with David Green
Niagara Region photo of the week by Jim Carriere of St. Catharines
Entertainment
Niagara Region photo of the week
Al Howse, president of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124 in Niagara-on-the-Lake speaks during the 2017 Remembrance Day ceremonies at the Clock Tower cenotaph in Old Town on November 11. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
NOTL Legion celebrating 90th anniversary
Artist rendering of the proposed six-storey hotel at Randwood Estate in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Supplied)
News
SORE "expects" NOTL town council to proceed on MHC recommendations
The "Wilderness" at 407 King St., which was designated a historical site in 1994. (Google)
News
Niagara Foundation to purchase half-interest in NOTL "Wilderness"
Laura, Claire and Jen at Pet-Valu in Virgil, where eight-year-old Claire Vanderlee (centre) is selling bracelets to raise money for a kitten in need of eye surgery. So far she's raised more than $350. (Supplied)
News
Girl raises $350 for kitten’s surgery selling bracelets
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle in St. Catharines
Peace Bridge. (Wikimedia Commons)
News, Entertainment
All Peace Bridge lanes to be open for summer
NOTL Nationals logo. (Supplied)
News, Entertainment
NOTL getting Junior A hockey team
Eunice Tang, owner of Eunice Tang Photography, is hosting a charity photoshoot to raise money for DSBN students from low-income families.
News, Entertainment
Niagara photographer wants to make change for DSBN students
Fire destruction at a motel in Niagara Falls. (File)
News
Busy day for Niagara Falls firefighters
Promotional photograph of Henry Hull and Eugenie Leontovich in the original Broadway production of Grand Hotel (1930). (Wikimedia Commons)
News, Entertainment
Grand Hotel previews start Thursday at Shaw
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Motorcyclist suffers fatal injuries in Wainfleet
Photo from the 2016 OSUM Conference and Trade Show in Goderich, Ontario. (osum.ca)
News
Niagara Falls to host OSUM conference
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
POLICE: Alleged sexual assault did not occur as reported
St. Catharines. (File photo)
News
St. Catharines reconsidering controversial rental bylaw
Matt Anthony Guarasci. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
Treating music as a business
Proposed Rendering: Regional Road 55 Approach from Crossroads Public School. (Health Myself)
News
BREAKING: NNFHT doctors threaten to leave NOTL
Gayle "Kush". (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Cannabis users still rallying for medical marijuana
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Purple-tinted fentanyl seized in St. Catharines
Project Brew "Bru-Stock" logo.
News, Entertainment
Release your inner ‘flower child’: Project Brew
Renee Delaney, owner of Small Scale Farms in Grimsby, gives a "Bee City" presentation to Niagara-on-the-Lake council Monday, April 17. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
Opinion
Editorial: Keep it classy, NOTL
Fifteen-year-old Gabriella McAlpine plays the character Samantha in a Niagara-filmed movie called "Fight!". (Supplied)
News, Entertainment
Niagara-filmed movie supports local youth
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Fentanyl bust in St. Catharines
One of three downed power lines on Conc. 6 road in NOTL.
News
Downed power lines cause blackout in NOTL
Hundreds gathered in Niagara-on-the-Lake Saturday for a golf ball hunt to raise money for those affected by the Humboldt Broncos tragedy which killed 16.
News, Entertainment
PHOTO GALLERY: Broncos golf ball hunt
A two-vehicle collision Thursday was the 29th collision at a NOTL intersection in five years. (Facebook)
News
29th collision at same intersection last straw for NOTL councillors
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Welland woman facing alleged drug charges
Changes to laws for Ontario's small breweries will allow breweries to expand and save, and could see a further boom in the popularity of making craft beer. (Beer/File photo)
News
New tax laws could bring boom in breweries
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Jewelry thief arrested
Niagara Falls. (File photo)
Niagara Falls city council meeting April 10
Sydney Cornett. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
Voicing dreams of Broadway
Shoppers peruse some of the 100 vendors at Niagara Falls' Garage Sale at the Gale in 2017. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Spots open for Garage Sale at the Gale
A controlled burn at Malcomson Eco Park in St. Catharines went off without a hitch on Monday. (Photos by Richard Harley/Jer Houghton)
News
VIDEO/PHOTO GALLERY: Malcolmson Eco Park controlled burn
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Welland convenience store robbed
Police. (File photo)
News
Two females assaulted, robbed in Niagara Falls
In recognition of a $1 million donation, Niagara College will name its new innovation complex at its Niagara-on-the-Lake campus the Marotta Family Innovation Complex. (Artist Rendering/Supplied)
News
NC agri-food complex receives $1M donation
Gurwinder Chhina, missing, was last seen in Niagara Falls on March 18. (Police photo)
News
MISSING PERSON: Gurwinder Chhina
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Port Colborne man facing child pornography charges
Radiant Care CEO Tim Siemens beside the future location of a new 160-bed long-term care facility at Pleasant Manor. To the left of the photo (the peach orchard) is where the building will be built. It will connect to the current long-term care facility to the right. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Pleasant Manor 160-bed facility gets green light
Singer Sydney Cornett, 15, will perform at Yellow Door's second-annual Spring Talent Night April 28. (Supplied)
Entertainment
Yellow Door Theatre taking talent show submissions
Last year's Niagara's Top Comic winner Patrick Alexander performs at Niagara's Top Comic at Showtime Comedy and Entertainment in St. Catharines. (YouTube)
News, Entertainment
Niagara's Top Comic returns
A 65-year-old woman was struck and killed trying to cross the road in Welland on Thursday. (Police lights/File)
News
Pedestrian stuck, killed in Welland
Ryan Fleming of Ryan All Things Geek. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
RATG gets things geeky in Welland
Graffiti found on the Burgoyne Bridge in St. Catharines. (Supplied)
News
Police seek Burgoyne Bridge vandals
Production crews film for the Christmas movie "Holiday Calendar" on Queen St. in Niagara-on-the-Lake April 4, 2018. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
Entertainment
PHOTO GALLERY: Filming in NOTL
Welland is the lastest Niagara municipality to introduce the HonkMobile parking app. (Honk Mobile)
News
Welland latest municipality to launch HonkMobile parking app
St. Catharines. (Wikimedia Commons)
News
St. Catharines seeking ideas for Buchanan House parkland
St. Catharines will get its first smart kiosk in May. (Supplied photo)
News
Smart kiosks planned for St. Catharines downtown
A smoke alarm. (Labelled for reuse)
News
Fort Erie firefighters to launch SAFE program
Water safety training. (Coast Guard Alaska)
News
April Pools Day to teach water safety
Brock University students voted in favour of a fitness centre expansion. (Supplied)
News
Brock expansion to triple size of fitness centre
A firefighter uses a drip torch (a can of fuel with a flame-carrying torch) to execute a controlled burn in Portsmouth, England. (Wikimedia Commons)
News
Controlled burn planned for St. Catharines park
A compact streetsweeper in Mexico City. (Wikimedia Commons)
News
Welland Street Sweeper program starts Tuesday
Niagara Region photo of the week by Lynn Riding of Grimsby.
Entertainment
Niagara Region photo of the week
Police. (File photo)
News
Easter weekend RIDE sees charges
Niagara Region ambulance. (Supplied)
News
Man suffers severe injuries after ATV accident in NOTL
A two-engine Cessna plane that crash landed short of the runway at Niagara District Airport on Saturday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Soft wet ground “saving grace” in NOTL plane crash
A new sign for the planned Niagara South Hospital was unveiled Oct. 30, 2017. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Planned south Niagara hospital receives $10M towards artificial intelligence
A small passenger plane crashed 300 metres short of the runway at Niagara District Airport. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Plane crashes short of NOTL runway
Kate S. Durdan Public School and Loretto Catholic Elementary School in Niagara Falls share the same roof through a joint-partnership between the DSBN and the Niagara Catholic District School Board. (NF Library)
News
Proposal would combine three Wainfleet schools
Marcus Huang poses as a Canadian Mounty on Canada Day 2017. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Niagara may see boom in Chinese tourism
Regional Chair Alan Caslin. This year, for the first time ever, Niagara residents will elect the regional chair by general election. (Richard Harley/Now Staff)
News
2018 Municipal Election: what you need to know
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Police seize more than $35K in drugs, cash in St. Catharines
Colleen Beard examines aerial photography of the Welland Canals in Brock’s Map, Data & GIS Library. Beard will share her research at a public talk on April 3.
News
Historic Welland Canals Mapping Project reveals hidden routes
The Niagara Region has launched a campaign called "Shape Niagara" to get public input on regional council's strategic plan for 2019 to 2022. (Ball Construction)
News
Shape Niagara campaign seeks public input on strategic plan
Sleep Cheap Charities Reap raised more than $140,000 in 2017.
News
Sleep Cheap raises $140,373
Niagara Falls. (File photo)
News
Falls council approves operating budget
Screenshot from "Learn to Fly - Foo Fighters Rockin1000 Official Video" by Rockin1000. (YouTube)
News, Entertainment
Day of 1000 Musicians to take over Firemens Park
Indoor swimming pool. (Wikimedia Commons)
News
NOTL considering indoor pool
Police. (File photo)
News
$21K worth of drugs seized in West Lincoln
SIU.
News
SIU: officers face no charges in incident that left 49-year-old man with a fractured hip
Community Care St. Catharines and Thorold. (Richard Harley)
News
Sold out charity pop-up dinner adds 100 seats
Niagara College President Dan Patterson, John Scott, chairman of Niagara College’s board, members of Niagara College’s Student Administrative Council, and Niagara College students reveal the total amount raised through the Achieving Dreams campaign. The campaign far exceeded its goal of $7 million, raising a total of over $11 million.  (Supplied)
News
Achieving Dreams raises $11M for Niagara College
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Fatal motorcycle crash in Lincoln
Community Crew's Lunch Angels program delivers around 300 lunches weekly to students in need in Niagara.
News
Night of Miracles to support children across Niagara
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Woman, 44, charged with stabbing
Avenue Inn. (Supplied)
News, Entertainment
Niagara band Avenue Inn climbing stairs to success
Photo illustration. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Mayor victim of social media impersonators
Sir Adam Beck II power generating station in Niagara Falls. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Three OPG employees top Sunshine List
Gun. (File)
News
NRPS announce gun amnesty during April
Niagara Health St. Catharines Site. (Supplied)
News
Niagara Health St. Catharines Site turns five
Niagara College's Niagara-on-the-Lake campus. (Niagara College)
News
Cannabis production facility being set up at Niagara College
The Brock Badgers men's and women’s curling teams are headed to the USPORTS/Curling Canada Curling Championships March 24 to 28 in Leduc, Alberta. (Supplied)
News, Entertainment
Brock curlers headed to Alberta for national championships
Niagara Falls. (File photo)
News, Entertainment
OpenTable: Two Falls restaurants top 100 in Canada for “Big Night Out”
Dani Joseph-Varghese. (Supplied)
News
Body of missing 20-year-old man found
Majora. (Lauren Garbutt Photography)
News, Entertainment
Local band celebrating second CD release
Construction taking place at the future site of the new LCBO in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Richard Harley)
News
Construction underway for new LCBO
Aerial photo of the former rifle range in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Google)
News
More about bombs at the rifle range
A man being handcuffed. (Pixabay)
News
NRP officer facing three charges
Pickleball illustration. (Woodstock Recreation and Community Services Dept.)
News, Entertainment
'Pickleball' gaining traction in NOTL
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
UPDATE: Hockey referee assault suspect charged
Adam Burak, 11th Wing fire department crew chief, and other first responders, load a simulated patient onto a UH-1N Huey during an emergency-readiness exercise on the flight line of Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 13, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo)
News
Wings of Change supports community heroes
Niagara College. (Niagara College)
News
Plenty to do at Niagara College Spring Open House
Police. (File photo)
News
Tenants rip landlord off
The National Defence site (former rifle range) in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Google Maps)
News
Unexploded explosives being removed at former NOTL rifle range
Jefferson Salamander (Ambystoma jeffersonianum) is one of Ontario's endangered species. (Ontario.ca)
News
Canada makes $1.3B investment in nature conservation
The new $10 Canadian bill. (Bank of Canada)
News
New $10 bill design honours social justice
A Chevrolet Silverado ended up colliding with a tree in Welland following an incident of road rage Thursday.
News
Police search for road rage witness
Police line. (Image labelled for reuse)
News
UPDATE: No guns involved in St. Catharines incident
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Grimbsy man, 68, facing child pornography charges
A St. Catharines woman allegedly defrauded her former employer for more than half a million dollars.
News
Woman allegedly defrauds dental practice for $0.5M
Aliki Christou works a job in the child health care industry. (Conor Ashleigh)
News
Niagara’s unemployment rate lowest since 2001
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Collision claims life of teen girl
Brock students clean up after an out-of-control St. Patrick's Day party in 2017. (Brock University)
News
Brock cracks down on St. Patrick's Day partiers
(Pexels)
News, Entertainment
Last day for Falls artists to apply for AYEA
Kevin Smith. (Niagara Health)
News
Niagara Health CEO leaving for Toronto
Severn Quarry, Orillia. (Walker Industries)
News
Niagara Falls business fined $170,000 for death of worker
Dragon's Den auditions hit the Scotiabank Convention Centre in Niagara Falls March 24.
News, Entertainment
Dragons den auditions coming to Falls
Hurst extractor. (Supplied)
News
‘Jaws of Life’ stolen from Fort Erie fire department
Chef Michael Smith. (Supplied)
News, Entertainment
Chef Michael Smith returns to Niagara in May
David Green and Jeffrey Stroop. (Facebook)
News, Entertainment
Humane Society fundraiser offers laughs
Police are looking for these two men who robbed a TD Canada Trust bank in Pelham Thursday, March 8. (Supplied)
News
Pelham bank robbed
Niagara Region's photo of the week for March 12. (Nick Goetz, St. Catharines)
Entertainment
Niagara Region photo of the week: March 12
Five men were arrested Saturday for breaking and entering into the former St. Catharines General Hospital.
News
Five arrested for break-and-enter at former St. Catharines hospital
Danny Lamb. (@benmannella)
News, Entertainment
Niagara artist top 100 in Canada for Searchlight
Footprint of Buzz Aldrin on the Moon. (NASA/Wikimedia Commons)
News
Moonbase calling Niagara innovators
Emma Beards, centre, is among several students from Soaring Eagles Indigenous Secondary School who will have artwork featured in a special exhibition at Rodman Hall Art Centre. Beards discusses her work with Rodman’s Art Installation Assistant Lauren Regier, left, and Associate Professor Peter Vietgen of Brock’s Faculty of Education. (Supplied)
News, Entertainment
Indigenous art at Rodman Hall
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Early morning collision leaves 26-year-old in critical condition
Canadian comedian and 'Super Troopers' star Erik Stolhanske. (Wikimedia Commons)
News, Entertainment
'Super Trooper' to do show in Falls
Bike path. (File photo)
News
Niagara could get more cyclists
Kennith Manning
News
Manning takes reigns at PBA
File photo.
News
Falls vehicle looter busted
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Two arrested for Falls break-and-enter
Brock will unveil its newly renovated library space on Tuesday. (Wikimedia Commons)
News
Brock plans grand opening for renovated library space
Wine. (File photo)
News
Ontario invests $1.1M in Niagara wineries
Andrea Letourneau. (Supplied)
News
Falls artist re-imagines art show
Honey bees. (Max Pixel)
News, Entertainment
'Bee City' buzz in Niagara Falls
"Bubbleology" hits the Niagara Falls History Museum during March break.
News, Entertainment
Bubble show pops into Falls museum
Niagara Region chair Alan Caslin. (File photo)
News
State of the Region early bird tickets available
Police. (File photo)
News
Niagara Falls night club shooters arrested
File photo.
News
Niagara College hosts 20th annual DSBN Technological Skills Challenge
Niagara Falls File photo.
News
Niagara Falls Tourism gets $300,000 from city
Tina Myers, executive director of Winter Festival of Lights. (YouTube still frame)
News
$400,000 WFOL request moved to budget meeting
(Max Pixel)
News
Brock study seeks fathers with newborns
Niagara Falls Community Outreach (the Soup Kitchen). (Maps)
News
Four courses for Soup Kitchen
Clarke Bitter and John Clayton stare each other down at Tuesday's KO for Kids conference at the Scotiabank Convention Centre. They will be pitted against one another in June for the second annual KO for Kids charity boxing event. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
KO for Kids fights for mental health
Spring is one of the busiest times for Canadians to travel. (Wikimedia Commons)
News, Entertainment
Avoiding delays during spring vacation
William Bokstein, 50, is missing from Hamilton. Hamilton police believe he is in the Niagara Falls area.
News
POLICE: missing man might be in Niagara Falls
Brock Dramatic Arts students Manchari Paranthahan and Meryl Ochoa in the production of Top Girls playing at the Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts March 2 to 10. (Supplied)
News, Entertainment
Top Girls production starts Friday
Gilmour playing for the Chicago Blackhawks during the 1999-2000 season. (Newsker93)
News, Entertainment
An evening with NHL legend Doug Gilmour
Tony Filice, aka "Latino Bambino," speaks at the KO for Kids press conference in 2017.
News, Entertainment
KO for Kids conference Tuesday
Diagon Alley at night in Universal Studios Florida. (Sam Howzit)
News, Entertainment, Opinion
OPINION: No, Niagara Falls is not getting a Harry Potter theme park
Niagara Falls Community Outreach, known as the Soup Kitchen. (File)
News
Soup Kitchen served more than 42,000 in 2017
Crime Reports. (Screen shot)
News
Police make crime map available for Niagara
Beer. (Wikimedia Commons)
News, Entertainment
Brewins pub re-opens Saturday
Niagara Regional Chair Alan Caslin. (Richard Harley)
News
Caslin talks expenses
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Falls thief charged, police expect more arrests
What police are calling a standoff in Fort Erie has resulted in the arrest of a 67-year-old man.
News
'Standoff' leads to arrest
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Couple arrested for alleged crime spree
Christian Lalama performs in Atlanta, Georgia with Rock Your Hair On Tour. The 14-year-old Niagara pop singer has been called the next Justin Bieber. (Supplied)
News, Entertainment
A chat with Christian Lalama, 'the next Justin Bieber'
Niagara Square will be redeveloped into an open-concept mall. (Katelyn Sanders)
News
Niagara Square to go open-concept
(Pexels)
News
Wintervention to last into March
Go Transit buses and trains will be getting WiFi in the spring. (File photo)
News
GO Transit getting WiFi
Niagara Falls Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee will host a free night of skating at the Gale Centre in Niagara Falls on Feb. 24.
News, Entertainment
MYAC to hold skate night at Gale Centre
Enbridge wants Ontario residents to make their homes more energy efficient. (Supplied photo)
News
Green your house for up to $5,000
Star of Courage and Medal of Bravery. (GG)
News
NRP officers receive medals of bravery
Elaine Upper. (Community Outreach)
News
Community Outreach chairwoman retires
File photo.
News, Entertainment
Niagara Parks seeking bands for Coca-Cola Concert Series
Inside a CannTrust greenhouse. (GGS Greenhouse)
News
CannTrust making $15,000,000 expansion in Niagara
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Police: suspicious male in Falls
NOTL is getting a LCBO location on Niagara Stone Rd. (LCBO)
News
Realtor: NOTL getting new LCBO and Tim Hortons
For sale sign. (T.J. Cleveland)
News
NAR: January housing sales plummet 26.53 per cent in Niagara
Trai Schlichter. (Facebook)
News
Vigil Saturday for Falls boy
Police lights. (Image labelled for reuse.)
News
Falls man facing multiple drug trafficking charges
Pothole. (Wikimedia Commons)
News
City takes new approach to filling pot holes
(SIU Media Centre.)
News
NRP officer faces no charges in incident with 13-year-old girl
A.N. Myer. (Google Maps)
News
A.N. Myer chosen as host school for OSBA team
Betsy Myers, former chief operating officer of Barack Obama's presidential campaign will make a stop in Niagara Falls in March for a International Women's Day event hosted by the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce. (Supplied)
News, Entertainment
Barack Obama's COO to speak in Falls for International Women's Day
Olivia Poulin. (Supplied photo)
News
Falls local to shadow Paypal CEO
Dani Joseph-Varghese, 20, of Niagara Falls. (Supplied)
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Police seek help locating missing Falls man
Trevor Kemp. Police warn Kemp is a high-risk sex offender who is residing in the Niagara region.
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POLICE WARNING: high-risk sex offender released, living in Niagara
Clarke Stadium, Edmonton. Oct. 12, 1970. (Public Affairs Bureau photo from Provincial Archives of Alberta, PA7981/3.)
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CFL meeting returns to Canada, picks Niagara Falls
(File photo)
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Man arrested for attempting to lure woman to sex trade
A brown rat. (Flickr)
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'Awe, rats.'
Niagara Falls. (Jason Pratt/Creative Commons)
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Pietrangelo: taxpayers should see OLG benefits 
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UPDATED: Wanted woman arrested
Niagara Falls City Hall. (File)
Watch Niagara Falls council live
A distracted driving event in St. Catharines in August. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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NRP: impaired driving stats for 2017
A celebration to mark the Chinese New Year in Niagara will be held Saturday, Feb. 17 at the Merritton Community Centre in St. Catharines. (Supplied)
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Spring Festival celebrations expected to draw crowds
Kaylei and Liam Matyuska of Niagara Falls enjoy a day at the annual Stamford Centre Volunteer Firemens Carnival in 2017. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
What's happening Family Day in the Falls?
Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls. (Ad Meskens)
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Canada/US border: by the numbers
Jim Diodati. (File photo/Niagara Now)
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State of the City tickets available
Sir John A. MacDonald Building, Parliament Hill, Ottawa.
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Niagara students to be showcased on Parliament Hill
A FlyGTA plane at Niagara District Airport. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Niagara District Airport appoints interim CEO from Region
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Third child pornography arrest in February
File photo. (Max Pixel)
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Niagara Falls is calling all local artists
Christian Snejdar. The elderly man, who suffers from dementia, went missing from St. Catharines Thursday. (NRP)
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UPDATE: Missing St. Catharines man located
Brock University PhD student Mikel Ghelfi, from Switzerland, takes notes while working in a science lab in the Cairns Family Health and Bioscience Research Complex. (Supplied photo)
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Brock to cover tuition for international PhD students
Nicole Turcotte, the victim of a fatal collision on the QEW in January, caused by an incident of road rage. (Facebook)
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Driver charged in death of Falls woman
(Pixabay)
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Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year Awards hit White Oaks Feb. 23.
Police have arrested a Thorold man on multiple alleged child pornography charges. (File photo)
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Utah child porn investigation leads to arrest of Thorold man
Firefighters get the scene under control after a fire broke out at A-1 Inn in Niagara Falls on Thursday morning. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Fire rips through Falls motel
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Falls man facing fentanyl trafficking charges
One of the subjects of Us and Them is a homeless woman quoted saying, “If someone had told me at any time of my life that I would have been homeless, I would have thought they were nuts."
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Film screening to target homelessness
Craig Cardiff. (Kathy Roussel)
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Craig Cardiff to play Warehouse
Sick Kidz for Sick Kids founder Mikey Henley performs at the 6th annual Sick Kidz for Sick Kids benefit show in 2016. (G3 Designs Photography)
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Sick Kidz for Sick Kids returns Friday
Vinyl Works, a vinyl factory in Port Colborne was engulfed in flames Tuesday morning. (Joe Crawford)
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UPDATED: Vinyl factory burns to ground
A Winter Festival of Lights exhibit in Niagara Falls, Canada. 2017. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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WFOL: by the numbers
(Pexels)
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2021 Canada Games announces CEO
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Harassment charges laid
Monday Punday with David Green. (Photo illustration)
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WEEKLY: Monday Punday with David Green (Feb. 5, 2018)
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UPDATE: additional charge in Fort Erie homicide
Cannabis. (File photo)
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Will pot smokers buy from legal shops?
AG Inspired Cuisine in Niagara Falls. (Facebook)
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OpenTable: Niagara rules Canada in romance
Swoop Airlines is offering flights as low as $69. (Swoop Airlines)
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Swoop offers flights as low as $69
GO Transit bus. (Wikimedia commons)
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Falls, St. Catharines, Welland, Region GO on same beat
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Welland man charged with producing child pornography
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Fentanyl trafficking arrest in Falls
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Shots fired in Falls
Joe Crawford presents your Warrior Weather Update for Feb 1.
Warrior Weather Update: Feb. 1, 2018
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Man robbed, stabbed at Falls hotel
Niagara Falls. (File photo)
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New minimum wage: good or bad for Niagara business?
The 7-Eleven on Victoria Ave. in Niagara Falls is has closed permanently.
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7-Eleven closed
Breanne O'Neal, one of the Niagara residents to say some words in a video for Bell Let's Talk Day. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
Niagarans send a message for Bell Let's Talk
Joe Crawford presents your Warrior Weather Update for Jan. 31.
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Warrior Weather Update: Jan. 31, 2018
Debbie Zimmerman, former Niagara Region chairwoman, speaks at A Better Niagara's How You Can Build A Better Niagara: Running For Municipal Office event in St. Catharines on Thursday Jan. 25. (Emily Beth)
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ABN aims to educate future politicians
Canadian contralto opera singer, Portia White. (1945, Yousuf Karsh)
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Brock to mark Black History Month with several events
Joe Crawford presents your Warrior Weather Update.
Warrior Weather Update: Jan. 30, 2018
Nicole Turcotte. (Facebook)
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Crash victim remembered for strength and sensibility
Jeff McGuire. (NRPS)
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McGuire got $870,000 retirement pay
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Three arrested in Falls shooting
Monday Punday with David Green. (Photo illustration)
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Monday Punday with David Green
Joe Crawford presents your Warrior Weather Update.
Warrior Weather Update: Jan. 29, 2018
PLACES, Episode 1
PLACES: Evel Knievel Museum
(SIU Media Centre.)
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UPDATED: SIU investigate death of St. Catharines man
Ontario Provincial Police identified the bodies of two St. Catharines residents who were victims of a double homicide. (Police line, image, labelled for reuse.)
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OPP identify bodies of St. Catharines residents
Photo illustration. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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NC panel talks pot
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Woman sexually assaulted in St. Catharines
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Falls shooter arrested
Kenneth Gansel and Bob Gale, vice-chair and chair of the Regional Municipality of Niagara Police Services Board. (NRP)
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Police board chair and vice-chair re-elected
(File photo)
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Niagara Food and Wine Expo canned
Joe Crawford presents your Warrior Weather Update
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Warrior Weather Update: Jan. 26, 2018
Frost Stampede logo. (Supplied photo)
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Country music fest set for Falls in 2019
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OPP find no criminal wrongdoing at NPCA
Protestors gathered in arms around Parliament Oak School in December to protest the DSBN's selling of the site outside of the community. On Wednesday, the DSBN announced they sold the property for nearly $5 million. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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OPINION: NOTL loses local treasure
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UPDATE: 20-yr-old charged in collision
Joe Crawford presents your Warrior Weather Update
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Today's weather update (Jan. 25, 2018)
Cosplayers ChrisiThulhu Cosplay (left) and JustIncredibleCosplay at Niagara Falls Comic Con 2017 (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Comic Con gets new sponsor
Protestors gathered in arms around Parliament Oak School in December to protest the DSBN's selling of the site outside of the community.
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Parliament Oak sold
Smokey Coffee Shop in Amsterdam. (Wikimedia Commons)
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Falls council seeks input on pot cafes
Angela Peebles gives a passionate presentation about homelessness in Niagara Falls to city council on Jan. 23. (YouTube)
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Round of applause for woman at council
Niagara Falls. (File photo)
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Niagara Falls Council live stream
Police are looking for public assistance identifying this man. He is wanted for robbing a Subway in Niagara Falls. (NRP)
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UPDATED: Falls Subway robber wanted
Niagara College. (Niagara College)
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Niagara College employment expo returns
From left, Brock University master’s student Tianyu Dong with Feng Li, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, and Ana Sanchez, Professor of Health Sciences. (Supplied photo)
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Brock scientists invent “groundbreaking” device
Erik Stolhanske. (Wikimedia Commons)
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‘Super Trooper’ to stop in Falls
Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls. (Ad Meskens)
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U.S. shutdown won't affect border services
(File photo)
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Region: "Like $50 million big"
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Firearms stolen in Fort Erie
Niagara-on-the-Lake Icewine Festival 2018.
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PHOTO GALLERY: NOTL Icewine Village
Proposed plans for a subdivision at 4825 Pettt Ave. in Niagara Falls. (From Jan. 26 council agenda)
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Falls could get two more subdivisions
Firemens Park is blocked off by cement barricades. (Niagara Now)
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OPINION: The Firemens Park enigma
The new WildPlay Niagara Falls Whirlpool Adventure Course on the Niagara Parkway. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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NPC 2017 recap
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Child pornography charges laid
Results for 4670 Durham St. on Google Street View.
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DSBN plans new secondary school in west Niagara
Niagara Falls. (File photo)
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Niagara axed for Amazon HQ
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$77,000 seized in St. Catharines drug bust
Jim Diodati. (File photo/Niagara Now)
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Diodati 18th in expense list
T. Roy Adams. (Niagara Region)
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T. Roy Adams Humanitarian Award nominations open
Photo illustration.
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Niagara pro-choice campaign gains traction
Niagara College Career Services staff members Monique Morin, Dana Brown and Marsha Fiorino collect donations in preparation for the Dress for Success clothing giveaway for students. (Supplied by Niagara College)
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Return of NC Dress for Success program
(SUI Media Centre.)
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SIU investigating NRP incident with St. Catharines man
Joseph Calligeri, wanted by police for an incident that sent a woman to the hospital with serious injuries Monday. (Provided by NRP)
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UPDATE: Falls attacker turns himself in
(Pixabay)
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Extreme cold alert lifted
Monday Punday with David Green. (Photo illustration)
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Monday Punday with David Green: Jan. 15, 2018
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Kijiji weapon sale busted
Jim Diodati. (File photo)
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Diodati: council to take kinder, more productive path in 2018
(Supplied by police)
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Police seek public help identifying wallet thief
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Police seek NOTL hit-and-run suspect
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Two pedestrians struck in separate incidents
Evabeth Fast and her mother Stephanie. (Supplied photo)
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Family overwhelmed with support for daughter
An automatic-style rifle and more than $25,000 were seized by police Thursday. (NRP)
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NRP: Drug investigation leads to arrest
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NOTL fraud suspect arrested
Brock University Professor of Finance Don Cyr. (Supplied photo)
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Cryptocurrencies are here to stay: Brock University expert
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Canada sees rise in US visitors in 2017.
2017 Monster Pitch winner David Lisi gives his pitch to a panel of judges during the 2017 Monster Pitch competition at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre in St. Catharines.
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Brock students ready for sold out Monster Pitch
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Arrests made in vehicle warming thefts
William Roache, a.k.a. Ken Barlow on Coronation Street. (Supplied photo)
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Coronation Street's 'Ken Barlow' headed to NF Comic Con
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Police arrest holiday thief
Ice skates. (Pixabay)
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Last three free Tim Hortons public skates
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Falls man arrested selling stolen bicycle
Garbage collection is delayed across the region. (File photo)
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Garbage collection delayed across the region
Dakota Anzovino
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Man, 27, missing from Niagara Falls
Jess Moskaluke performs at the New Year's Eve show in Niagara Falls.
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PHOTO GALLERY: Niagara Falls New Year's Eve
(Pxhere)
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UPDATE: Warming centres in Niagara Falls
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Man arrested for drugging female
Photo illustration. (Pexels)
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Livestock creator wants local talent at NYE shows
Niagara Falls has been awarded five MarCom Awards for 2017.
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Niagara Falls receives five MarCom awards
Crowds gathered around Parliament Oak School in Niagara-on-the-Lake on Wednesday to protest the property being sold to private developers. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Community protests selling of school
NRPS Constable Phil Gavin and Sue Gabrielli. (Supplied photo)
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Cyclist pays it forward in Niagara
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Two men stabbed in Welland
A Niagara woman has put out a "call to arms" demonstration, with the hopes of getting enough people to surround Parliament Oak School hand-in-hand. (Photo illustration/Niagara Now)
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'Call to arms' at Parliament Oak
Honk parking prices for Niagara Falls from Dec. 31 at 4 p.m. to Jan. 1 at 2 a.m.
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New Year's Eve parking prices break $40
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Shots fired lead to arrest
Photo illustration.
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TFP Results: Tobogganing at Firemens Park
5018 4th Ave. is one of the winners of this year's Sparkle Lighting Awards
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PHOTO GALLERY: Sparkle Awards winners announced
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Falls man facing child pornography charges
Flu shot. (Image labelled for reuse)
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Public Health: First laboratory flu cases in Niagara
(File photo)
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Holiday garbage schedule
West Lincoln Mayor Doug Joyner speaks at a regional council meeting on Dec. 7. (Still frame)
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West Lincoln to get second seat on regional council
Niagara Falls Coun. Joyce Morocco speaks at a city council meeting Dec. 12. (Photo illustration)
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Falls council wants budgets approved sooner
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Man causes $50,000 damage at St. Catharines hospital
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Woman comes forward about sexual assault
Anthony Annunziata, the new president of Tourism Parternship of Niagara. (Supplied photo)
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Tourism Partnership appoints new president
Marie Shahzad of Niagara Falls enjoys an afternoon of skating with her daughters Sarina (left) and Mahnoor. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Fort George rink a hit
Niagara College wine and viticulture student Joanne Feekery pours Niagara College icewine at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Icewine Festival 2017. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Niagara ready for Icewine Festival
Denise Flynn, an apple grower from Church Point, N.S., left, learns the intricacies of the yeast addition process of cider production from Brock University PhD candidate Andréanne Hébert-Haché during CCOVI’s Cider and Perry Production course earlier this year. (Supplied photo)
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Cider industry booms, CCOVI in game
Tony Bogaert, health sciences professor at Brock University, has led a research team to explore whether the "older brother effect" influences men's sexuality at the biological level. (Supplied photo)
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Brock study further suggests sexual orientation is biological
Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati speaks at the "G20 of Gastronomy" at Table Rock in Niagara Falls. This year the Falls played host to the annual meeting of Le Club des Chefs des Chefs, a club for personal chefs of world leaders. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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A look back at 2017 with Mayor Diodati
Niagara Regional Police are collecting donations for their annual Food and Toy Drive. (Sourced photo)
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NRPS hold Holiday Food Drive
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Falls man arrested for trafficking
Ten Foot Poll logo.
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Ten Foot Poll: Should tobogganing be allowed at Firemens Park?
The city of Niagara Falls approved its 2018 capital budget at council Tuesday. (Niagara Falls/Sourced photo)
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Niagara Falls approves 2018 capital budget
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Stabbing in Welland leads to arrest
The Ten Foot Poll — asking questions you wouldn't touch with a 10-foot pole.
Opinion
Ten Foot Poll: Is council right to investigate Ioannoni?
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Falls bank robber arrested
Coun. Carolynn Ioannoni. Niagara Falls city council voted Tuesday to hire an integrity commissioner to investigate Ioannoni. (Facebook photo)
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Niagara Falls votes to investigate councillor
The site of Parliament Oak Public School, which closed in 2015. The historical site, known for being where one of the first parliament documents of Upper Canada was signed, sparked controversy in the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake after the District School Board of Niagara refused to sell the property to the town. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Town residents fight for Parliament Oak
What's open and closed this holiday season? (Image labelled for reuse)
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Open and closed for the holidays in Niagara Falls
Monday Punday with David Green. (Photo illustration)
Entertainment
Monday Punday with David Green: Dec. 11, 2017
From left, Andrew Aldridge, Andy Griffiths, Dave Norris, Mike Glatt, Steve Goldberger (Lorna/Wayne Short/Supplied photo)
Entertainment
Music at the Old Winery
Ten dollar bill. (Image labelled for reuse)
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Region approves $1.1 billion budget for 2018
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Parade took place Saturday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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PHOTO GALLERY: NOTL Christmas Parade
Niagara Falls is getting $358,604 to put towards cycling infrastructure. (Sourced photo)
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Niagara Falls receives cycling grant
Niagara has an opioid problem. (Image labelled for reuse)
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Sendzik: Opioid problem "embarassing"
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Alleged cocaine dealers busted
The DSBN is taking part in Computer Education Science Week this year by having students take part in the Hour of Code movement. (Google image, labelled for reuse)
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DSBN goes for 2,000,000 minutes of coding
Niagara Falls. (Sourced photo)
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Niagara Falls accepting 2018 My City Guide submissions
A vigil for slain Brock student Yosif Al-Hasnawi will be held Friday at Brock University. (Candles, sourced photo)
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UPDATE: Vigil and memorial fund for slain Brock student
Tim Hicks. (Wikimedia Commons)
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Country star Tim Hicks donates to Niagara schools
Sayzee. (Sourced photo)
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Sayzee show to support Pelham Cares
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Man swings hatchet at vehicle in Port Colborne
Police lights. (Google image, labelled for reuse.)
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Collision kills 19-year-old in Port Colborne
Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider. (Supplied photo/Tim Tronckoe)
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Twisted Sister frontman booked for Comic Con 2018
Laura Thomas. (Photo illustration)
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Falls woman supports mental health her way
Niagara College. (niagaracollege.ca)
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Niagara College supports Community Care
Crowds eagerly await the arrival of the NOTL Christmas Parade in 2015. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Christmas Parade coming to town
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Wrong turn leads to arrests
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Brock student fatally shot in Hamilton
The Socials logo. (The Socials)
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Socials awards finals hit Falls
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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NRP launch RIDE for holidays
The 2018 Candlelight Stroll in Niagara-on-the-Lake attracted hundreds, if not thousands of people. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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GALLERY & VIDEO: NOTL Candlelight Stroll 2017
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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St. Catharines man facing child pornography charges
Rick Mercer in Niagara Falls during the opening ceremonies of the Winter Festival of Lights. (Supplied photo)
News, Entertainment
A quick chat with Rick Mercer
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Police seek sexual assault suspect
Niagara Falls might be replacing its DMF with a new hotel tax in April. (Sourced photo)
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Falls might replace tourist tax
Boxing's Canadian Heavyweight Champion will be decided tonight at the Scotiabank Convention Centre. (Google image, labelled for reuse)
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Heavyweight champ to defend title in Falls
Winter Festival of Lights decorations in Niagara Falls. Deck the Falls starts this Friday as part of the WFOL. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Deck the Falls starts Friday
Police line. (Google image, labelled for reuse.)
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UPDATE: Falls shooter turns himself in
Jacob Dell plays acoustic guitar in a music video created for CBC's Music Class Challenge. (Still frame)
News
High school music students craving a win
An antique fire engine at the Gene Somerville Memorial Museum located in the Chippawa Volunteer Fire Department. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News
Niagara Falls supports double-hat firefighters
Carollers sing during the Candlelight Stroll in Niagara-on-the-Lake in 2015. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Candles to illuminate NOTL
Dried cannabis. (Sourced photo)
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Niagara Falls getting pot shop
Smoke alarm. (Google image, labelled for reuse)
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Why did Niagara Falls repeal its smoke alarm bylaw?
Rodman Hall Art Centre in St. Catharines. (Supplied photo)
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Public input sought over future of Rodman Hall
Proposed plans for an improved baseball facility at W.L. Houck Park and Oakes Park in Niagara Falls. A report goes to council Tuesday. (From council agenda)
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Falls could hit a home run with Canada Summer Games
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Niagara Falls residence hit by shotgun blast
Journalism suffers from monopolies in news. (Google image, labelled for reuse.)
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OPINION: Postmedia sells Niagara Falls Review, St. Catharines Standard and Welland Tribune
Monday Punday with David Green. (Supplied photo)
Entertainment
Monday Punday with David Green: Nov. 27, 2017
Emanuella Chiaramida took her own life in 2008, while under care of the GNGH in Niagara Falls. (Supplied photo)
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Looking back at the suicide of Emanuella Chiaramida
Mike Strange. (Christine Hess Photography)
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A Strange decision by Ontario Tories
Montreal Canadiens legend Guy Lafleur. (Sourced photo)
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Guy Lafleur coming to Fallsview
Google image, labelled for reuse.
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Amélie Boury: Niagara’s wine industry still in infant stages
Niagara Falls New Year's Eve celebrations will be hosted by Rick Mercer and aired live on CBC. (Sourced photo)
News, Entertainment
New Year's Eve comes back with a bang
Parliament Hill in Ottawa. (Sourced photo)
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Niagara police officers recognized for bravery
From left, Deloitte Canada’s Doug Wilkinson and Pam Lilley along with Brock University President Gervan Fearon and Goodman School of Business Dean Andrew Gaudes stand in front of the portion of the Goodman expansion project that will house the state-of-the-art Deloitte classroom. (Supplied photo)
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Deloitte donates $250,000 to Brock University
Grand Theft Auto V. (Google image, labelled for reuse)
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Falls teens facing multiple charges
Chuck McShane announced Tuesday that he will be seeking the PC nomination for the Niagara Falls riding. (Supplied photo)
News
New PC contender in the ring with Strange
Fireworks above the Falls during the opening ceremonies of the 35th annual Winter Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Special fireworks shows Thursday in Falls
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Police make arrest using ALPR system
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Welland man assaulted in his driveway
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Good samaritan struck and killed
Police line. (Sourced photo)
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UPDATE: Human remains found in Fort Erie identified
High winds. (Peter O'Connor/anemoneprojectors)
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80km/h wind warning in Niagara
Left, Jonathan Frakes as Commander Riker. Frakes, right, will be at Niagara Falls Comic Con in 2018. (Sourced photo)
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Jonathan Frakes, a.k.a. Commander Riker, coming to Niagara Falls Comic Con in 2018
From the cover of The Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Grahame. Illustrated by E.H. Shepard. (Google image, labelled for reuse)
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The Wind in the Willows comes to life in December
On Tuesday, classrooms will see students for the first time since the Ontario college faculty strike started five weeks ago. (Sourced photo)
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An end to empty classrooms
David Chilton. (Supplied photo)
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Former "dragon" David Chilton joins panel of judges for Brock's Monster Pitch competition
(Image labelled for reuse.)
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Women in Business Awards recipients
The Winter Festival of Lights kicked off last night with a rainy ceremony at Queen Victoria Park. (WFOL.)
News, Entertainment
GALLERY: WFOL draws crowd, even in the rain
Supplied photo.
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Tomorrow's Voices choir for kids to perform first show at FirstOntario PAC
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Man, 20, suffers life-threatening injuries after crash
Stilt-walkers in the Niagara Falls Santa Claus Parade. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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GALLERY: Niagara Falls Santa Claus Parade 2017
Johny Moore. (Supplied photo)
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Niagara Falls man making documentary about addiction
From left, Heavy Hearts members Jamie Gorman (bass guitar), Justin Glatt (lead vocals and guitar), Riley Jensen (lead guitar) and Davis Maxwel (drums). (Supplied photo)
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Niagara band headed on first UK tour
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Human remains found in Fort Erie
Niagara College professor Crispin Shaftoe (centre) strikes with fellow faculty members outside of Niagara College's NOTL campus in October. (Lauren Garbutt/Niagara Now)
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UPDATE: Ontario government steps in to end college strike
What's on in Niagara Falls this weekend? (Royalty free image.)
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What's on in Niagara Falls this weekend?
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Curbside pickup delays across Niagara
Ontario's college teachers have been on strike for five weeks, and students are now suing the colleges for their tuition. (Lauren Garbutt/Niagara Now)
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Ontario students suing colleges for tuition refund
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Women in Business Awards this Friday
Julia Perioway was killed in a car crash on Sunday. (Facebook photo)
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Julia Pieroway was "the life of the party"
Niagara College faculty, and college faculty across the province, have been on strike since Oct. 16. (Lauren Garbutt/Niagara Now)
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College faculty to vote on ending province-wide strike
Niagara Falls Community Outreach (the Soup Kitchen). (Sourced photo)
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Community Outreach puts out lottery calendars for 2018
Police lights. (Google image, labelled for reuse.)
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Collision in Niagara Falls claims life of 20-year-old woman
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Armed man in hotel causes police to shut down St. Catharines' downtown
The proposed site of Niagara Falls' new cultural hub and farmers' market on Main St. and Ferry St. (Screen shot from the city's market visioning study.)
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Second public meeting for new cultural hub and farmers' market in Niagara Falls
(Google image, labelled for reuse.)
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Giant inflatable Rudolph to lead sleigh in Niagara Falls Santa Claus Parade
Remembrance Day services took over Queen St. in NOTL as hundreds gathered to pay tribute to those who fought to defend our freedom. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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GALLERY: Niagara remembers Canada's heroes
Poppies. (Sourced photo)
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Remembrance Day ceremonies in Niagara for 2017
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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UPDATE: Firearms stolen in Fort Erie
A marijuana plant. (Sourced photo)
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Brock professor says Cannabis branding a key issue with legalization
Andrew Aitken, founder of writtenrock.ca. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
News, Entertainment
Falls man compiling book of poetry from around the world
Valerie Pringle, award-winning television broadcaster and journalist will speak at a free mental health event in Niagara Falls Nov. 23.
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City of Niagara Falls to host free community mental health event
The Socials logo. (The Socials)
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Nominees announced for Niagara’s social media awards
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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UPDATED: Police investigating homicide after body of Hamilton man is found in West Lincoln
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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79-year-old Grimsby woman facing life-threatening injuries after being struck by truck
Zopito Marini. (Supplied photo)
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Brock mourns sudden death of professor
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Police looking for two men who robbed a Niagara Falls Avondale
Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati speaks at the city's 37th annual volunteer recognition evening. (Supplied photo)
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Niagara Falls volunteer award winners for 2017
Deputy Chief Brett Flynn. (Photo from NRP website.)
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Police welcome public to introduction ceremony for new deputy chief
Chad Morris in his St. Catharines home. Morris attempted suicide in September, and has since been advocating for better mental health care in Niagara Falls. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Niagara man finds new purpose after surviving suicide attempt
RJ Donaldson, music promoter and hip-hop artist by the name Swish Styles. Donaldson hopes to revive what he calls a "dead" music scene in Niagara. (Supplied photo)
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Reviving a dead music scene in Niagara
The Old Coal Docks in Fort Erie gave way this week, collapsing into the Niagara River.
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Coal docks collapse in Fort Erie
On Friday, Judge Joseph Nadel dropped all charges against a veterinarian who was recorded abusing animals. He is shown here carrying a dog by its throat. (Sourced photo)
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All 16 animal abuse charges dropped against St. Catharines veterinarian
Legislation put forward Thursday would see changes to police oversight and suspension policies. (Sourced photo)
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Proposed legislation would allow police officers to be suspended without pay
Police lights. (Sourced photo)
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Niagara Regional Police arrest nine in connection to “dial for dope” service across Niagara
CCOVI senior viticulturist Jim Willwerth works closely with grape growers in the Niagara region to monitor the grape harvest and combat the effects of climate change on their crops. (Supplied photo.)
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Canada should be OK as global wine production reaches record lows
Dean Spironello and Bryce Miller, directors of Starter Company Plus. (Supplied photo)
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New entrepreneurship program to support Niagara's small businesses
Carfentanil is so potent it only takes a dose the size of a grain of salt to kill the average adult. (Sourced photo)
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Second confirmed case of carfentanil in Niagara, police warn
Student research assistant Brock Husak uses 3D scanning technology as part of an industry partner project, in the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre at the college's Welland Campus. (Supplied photo)
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Study ranks Niagara College as seventh leading college in Canada for research development
The Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights starts off with an opening ceremony this Saturday. (Google photo, labelled for reuse.)
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Winter Festival of Lights to illuminate eight-kilometre path in Niagara Falls
A student participates in Take Our Kids to Work Day. (Supplied photo)
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Today is Take Our Kids to Work day
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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UPDATE: Police say Falls man faces no charges in relation to "sudden death" investigation
Halloween candy. (Sourced photo)
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Halloween candy thief arrested in Niagara Falls
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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NRPS: Man's sudden death in Niagara Falls sparks investigation
A little girl spins a nine-tonne Kugel fountain, one of which is located at the Guiness World Records Museum in Niagara Falls. (Sourced photo)
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WonderFalls Pass available Wednesday for Sleep Cheap participants
A new sign for the planned south Niagara hospital on the corner of Montrose Rd. and Lyons Creek Rd. was unveiled Monday. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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Good sign for new Niagara Falls hospital
Matt Guarasci, creator of Niagara's first social media awards called "The Socials". (Josh Bellingham Photography/Supplied photo)
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Niagara's first social media awards launch Thursday
The Works' peanut butter cup stuffed burger. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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The WORKS is making Reese stuffed burgers, topped with Reese
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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UPDATE: NRPS: Wanted bank robber strikes in Niagara Falls
A CN 6218 steam locomotive in Dearborn Station, Chicago, IL. (Sourced photo)
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Future of Fort Erie's historic trains narrowed to 10 options
Help keep children safe this Halloween. (Sourced photo)
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Halloween safety tips for parents
Construction workers pour 200 cubic metres per hour of cement into the foundation of a new luxury condo development in Niagara Falls, near Thundering Waters. (Richard Harley/Niagara Now)
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First cement poured at new luxury condo development near Thundering Waters
Police released this photo in hopes that the public will help identify the suspects within. (Supplied photo)
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Police seek help identifying thieves targeting NOTL residences
A pedestrian crossover. (Sourced photo)
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Niagara Falls getting first pedestrian crossover
Niagara Regional Police say their 2018 budget is $143.5 million. (Sourced photo)
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Niagara Regional Police see 4.5 per cent increase in budget for 2018
From left, Heavy Hearts members Jamie Gorman (bass guitar), Justin Glatt (lead vocals and guitar), Riley Jensen (lead guitar and Davis Maxwel (drums). (Facebook photo)
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Local band Heavy Hearts releases new album Friday
Brock University is increasing its police presence this Halloween. (Sourced photo)
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Brock cracks down on students during Halloween
Gord Downie, lead singer of The Tragically Hip. Downie died from brain cancer on Oct. 17 at the age of 53. (Sourced photo)
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Gord Downie tribute show hits Niagara Falls in December
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Niagara Falls city offering healthy alternative to candy this Halloween
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Falls council unanimously supports bill to create a ministry of mental health and addictions in Ontario
Brandon Slade
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Brock Badgers men's lacrosse headed to national championship
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Police expect "more charges" in relation to fentanyl trafficking arrest
Plans for three new high-end hotels were shown Tuesday at city council. (Screenshot from council live stream)
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Three new high-end hotels approved for Niagara Falls
The Niagara Region and western New York have submitted a joint bid to receive Amazon's second headquarters in North America. (Sourced photo)
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Niagara and western N.Y. among 238 suitors seeking Amazon's second North American headquarters
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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23-year-old woman facing charges following stabbing
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Police seek public help locating sexual assault suspect
Pawpaws growing at Grimo Nut Nursery in Niagara-on-the-Lake. (Harley Davidson/Now Staff)
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Pawpaws: Ontario’s “tropical” fruit you’ve probably never heard of
Niagara Regional Police have posted this invitation on their website. (Sourced photo)
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Police invite public to attend swearing-in ceremony for new chief of police
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First ever Frightmare horror convention comes to Scotiabank Centre
'Scrooge and the Ghost of Marley' by Arthur Rackham. (Sourced photo)
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Shaw Festival to present A Christmas Carol
Tom Petty. (Sourced photo)
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Madhatters to headline Tom Petty tribute show in Niagara Falls
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Traffic collision kills 65-year-old man in Wainfleet
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Police bust retirement home bandit
Employees of Hornblower Niagara Cruises, along with volunteers from Westlane Secondary School, helped to plant 40 trees along the Warren Woods Trail in Niagara Falls on Friday. (Supplied photo)
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Tree planting aims to help stormwater management
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Police see increases in “overpayment scam”
Daniel Venditti is one of many students to find themselves unable to participate in their favourite high school sport as a result of provincial sports guidelines. (Supplied photo)
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Local teen banned from playing high school football
Niagara Now is live.
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Editorial: Niagara Now is live
Niagara Falls Oktoberfest took over the Scotiabank Centre on Friday and Saturday, bringing people together for beers, live music, pretzels and schnitzel.
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GALLERY: Oktoberfest grows in Niagara Falls
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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NRPS: internet safety tips, coinciding with Child Abuse Prevention month
Two of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats will be in Niagara Sunday for a meet and greet. (Sourced photo)
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Hamilton Tiger-Cats meet and greet at the Outlet Collection Mall
A view of part of Niagara while taking off from the Niagara District Airport on one of FlyGTA's 12 minute flights to Toronto. The Welland Canal is seen to the left. (Harley Davidson/Now Staff)
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Niagara paves SkyGTA path for other cities, gets investment in airport
Marijuana plants. Two Beamsville grow operations were shut down by police Friday. The marijuana seized, both in plants and dried marijuana has a street value of more than $14,000,000. (Supplied photo)
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Police seize more than $14,000,000 worth of marijuana in Beamsville
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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NRPS: officer arrested on trafficking charges
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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New York man charged with importing child porn
A community garden harvest festival will be held at Westlane Secondary School in Niagara Falls on Oct. 11, from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. (Supplied photo)
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Westlane Community Garden Harvest Fest to celebrate new greenhouse
A screenshot of fetransit.ca, Fort Erie's newly launched transit website. (Sourced photo)
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New Fort Erie transit website goes mobile
An automatic rifle. (Sourced photo)
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Editorial: Will the US ever change?
Police are seeking help identifying this woman. (Supplied photo)
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Elderly woman robbed in St. Catharines, police seeking help identifying suspect
Const. Matthew Belzil was arrested Friday on multiple charges. He was also arrested in 2013 on some of the same charges. (Supplied photo)
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NRPS: officer arrested for assault for a second time
Bonnie and Clyde. (Sourced photo)
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Editorial: No, this isn't a Tarantino story
Police are seeking help identifying this man, seen here in a screenshot from a video released by police on Wednesday, in relation to the theft of a vehicle from Lakeside Park on Sunday.
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Police release video seeking help identifying suspect
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Traffic collision in Fort Erie kills 16-year-old
Carol Cunliffe, reported missing Sunday in St. Catharines. Anybody with information is asked to contact the NIagara Regional Police. (Submitted photo)
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UPDATE: Missing St. Catharines woman located
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Shooting in St. Catharines leaves one injured
The Snowbirds fly over vineyards in Niagara-on-the-Lake on Sept. 20, 2017. (Harley Davidson/Now Staff)
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Snowbirds dazzle Niagara-on-the-Lake
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Human trafficking suspect arrested in Niagara Falls
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Notice: police training in Port Colborne
The Farmers Market at Market Square in downtown St. Catharines. (Supplied photo)
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Farmers Market to remain open during roof renovations
St. Catharines welcome sign. (Supplied photo)
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St. Catharines wins two marketing awards
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Teen accosted in Thorold, fends off man with scooter
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Man charged in St. Catharines stabbing
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Cyclists should use the bike path
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Shooting in Niagara Falls leaves three injured
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Marijuana grow-op busted in Wainfleet
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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St. Catharines man arrested on child pornography charges
Police lights. (Supplied photo)
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Toronto men arrested with heroin and cocaine in Niagara Falls
A crossing guard. As of January 2016, it is illegal for motorists to proceed through a crosswalk until all pedestrians and crossing guards are completely off the road. (Supplied photo)
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NRPS: campaign to remind people of Bill 31 laws
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