The NOTL Chamber of Commerce is hosting the town's annual Candlelight Stroll on Friday, Dec. 5 from 6:30 to 9 p.m., with proceeds this year going to Pink Pearl Canada, an organization supporting young women who've been diagnosed with cancer.
After a extensive debate among Niagara Region councillors on Thursday night over whether or not to waive nearly $1 million in development charges for the Parliament Oak hotel project in Niagara-on-the-Lake, council voted 14-11 to go ahead with waiving the fee.
Anyone driving through the local roads of Niagara-on-the-Lake in the next little while will need to mind their meter and slow down by 10 kilometres an hour.
With the Royal George's not-yet-approved demolition scheduled for early next year, these models may soon serve as lasting reminders of the 110-year-old building's first life.
After having to withdraw a notice of motion from last week's council meeting on the state of temporary patios, the lord mayor says he hopes council can still find a path forward on the broader issue of patios in NOTL.
What happens when a winemaker and brewmaster cross paths at the top 40 under 40 awards gala? A brand new idea gets hatched for a beverage never seen before in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
A boy from Niagara-on-the-Lake who later found himself in Kensington Palace returned home Saturday, now a man, to tell Willowbank guests how three remarkable women showed him the human stories hidden inside great jewels.
Many at the sale on Saturday say market has become a regular stop at this time of the year. The church aims to raise between $10,000 and $12,000 from the market.
Brandon Fiorino and Jon McDonald have embarked on a new chapter in their journey as butchers, opening their first-ever shop in the village of St. Davids.
At the Virgil Canada Post office, a simple book sale is doing more than raising money — it’s helping spark conversations about youth mental health in memory of a Niagara teen whose story has inspired a regional movement.
Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors approved a bylaw Tuesday night to pave the way for the Royal George Theatre’s multi-million-dollar redevelopment, without the need for on-site parking — aside from one cash-in-lieu payment to the town.
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Kinsmen Club is the latest in a group of institutions and government groups to lend its support to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum in its mission to double its space, with a $25,000 donation.
Tourism NOTL is behind the installation. Its executive director, Kathy Weiss, explained that the sign is inspired by similar ones seen in other cities, like Toronto and Ottawa.
For the third year, local photographer Dave van de Laar is selling his NOTL-themed annual calendar. It's especially popular with former residents who want a reminder of home, he said.
By its nature, the profession has highs and lows — when responders are able to help the people they encounter, it’s a good feeling, says Fire Chief Jay Plato. “On the flipside, there are times when you aren’t able to assist. That weighs heavily on the mind afterwards.”
"Why is this production so satisfying? Irving Berlin's songs are pure genius. The orchestra sweeps and swirls us along. We unabashedly sing on request," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.
The season includes “Funny Girl,” running April 24 to Oct. 3, with Sara Farb making her Shaw debut as Fanny Brice alongside Qasim Khan as Nick Arnstein. Eda Holmes directs.
"People flock here (three million of them annually) because it’s authentic. It’s ancient. Historic. Quaint in a way Mississauga and Buffalo never will be. Not cute. Not fake," writes Garth Turner.
"Namely, if one gives away a million dollars here and there ... where does the money come from to make up those losses in order to fulfil the region’s legislated responsibilities?" writes Brian Marshall.
The area is known for its cottage-style homes, abundant park space, shade and strong sense of community. Much of the discussion during the tour was around protecting its trees.
A contentious year for Ferox by Fabian Reis’s zoning application reached a decisive point Tuesday night: the winery has received estate winery status from council.
Over the next 10 years, Niagara-on-the-Lake has a plan to make its parks and recreation facilities more accessible, more spacious and better equipped for new activities ranging from disc golf to art parks.
Farmer and accomplished jam maker Kim McQuhae of Niagara-on-the-Lake cleaned up again this year at the Royal’s jams and jellies competition in Toronto.
For Rick Mlcak, handmade pottery carries the kind of meaning people can feel as soon as they pick it up: "You have a different sense of connection to the piece than if it’s something you just bought."
A bottle and can drive in Virgil is helping the NOTL Wolves U13 team cover the cost of its only tournament this season and giving families a simple way to support young players.
With the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake's current director of community and development services set to depart from her job in one week, the town is bringing in a temporary replacement as it looks to fill her spot.
Niagara-on-the-Lake's council made a few changes to the draft of its annual budget for next year, which have brought the potential property tax for 2026 up to 2.19 per cent, compared to the proposed 1.81 per cent from two weeks ago.
To make the holiday season lighter for residents and visitors stopping in the heritage district in Old Town, the town is waiving the need to pay for parking starting Dec. 1.
The letter says the theatre cannot be reduced below its current 38,000-square-foot design without triggering a full redesign the charity cannot afford after spending more than $4 million on engineering and earlier revisions.
An intersection out in the farmlands is getting turned into an all-way stop after town staff shared that it's been the site of multiple collisions over the past couple of years — including five this year alone.
A group of local volunteers has raised more than $85,000 for a program that trains service dogs to help veterans and first responders coping with post-traumatic stress disorder.
