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Reif Winery and Newark Neighbours team up for March food drive
Reif Estate Winery and Newark Neighbours are coming together to help those in need by organizing a new “Taste for Hunger” food drive.
High winds down power lines
Strong winds caused fallen trees and power outage throughout Niagara-on-the-Lake Sunday afternoon.
OPP data shows number of traffic-related deaths in 2018
The number of deaths on OPP-patrolled roads, waterways and trails went down in 2018, compared to 2017. However, the number in other categories, such as transport trucks or property damage collisions, went up. The
Three people arrested after stealing guns in Wainfleet break and enter
Niagara police have charged three Welland men in relation to a break-and-enter in Wainfleet which saw the theft of a number of guns, a crossbow and ammunition. Matthew Lottridge, 24, was arrested Thursday. Officers located 11
Welland man faces charges for cocaine possession
Police stumbled upong $60,000 worth of cocaine last week after arresting a man for something completely different. Joshua Nuziato of Welland was arrested after police formulated grounds with the belief he was iin possession of “a
Town approves budget, property tax hike
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake approved its annual budget Feb. 11, and implemented a 4.5 per cent property tax increase. The 2019 budget is $9,365,750. The budget report, prepared by the town staff, also provided a 10-year capital forecast of
Residents encouraged to explore local history during Heritage Week
Niagara-on-the-Lake is well-known for its numerous historic sites and heritage buildings. In light of Ontario Heritage Week, the Historical Society is encouraging locals and tourists in the town and across the country to
Drums and tales celebrates Black History Month at library
Niagara-on-the-Lake library was filled with rhythmic drumming Saturday afternoon.
809 Newark Air Cadets speak their minds
Members of the 809 Newark Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron spoke their minds at the Croatian National Centre Wednesday night, as part of the cadet’s annual National Effective Speaking Program. Each year, cadets across Canada participate, with the goal of building self-confidence, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Town urged to deal with phragmites and undersized culvert problems
Austin Kirkby was anything but shy when she appeared before NOTL council Monday night. Kirkby, who was a Niagara-on-the-Lake council member for 15 years and used to be a chair of the irrigation and agriculture
Town strategic plan at standstill over hiring consultant
Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors couldn’t agree on which strategic plan consultant to hire during the council meeting Monday night. So they rejected them all. “The plan will be reopened,” said Lord Mayor Betty DIsero. “Right now, we’re
A Canadian snow day for peewee Wolves
A major storm didn’t stop the NOTL BB peewee Wolves from preparing for their next game.
Upper Canada Lodge is closing
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s long-term care residents will have to move to a new home. The discussion about the redevelopment of NOTL’s facility has been going on for a couple of years now. Upper Canada Lodge was
Man facing child sexual exploitation charges
A 50-year-old Port Colborne man is facing five counts of sexual assaults involving a minor. Todd Albert Klacko was arrested and charged Thursday with the alleged offences of exposing his genitals to a minor, inviting
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Virgil LCBO to open in March
The wait for a new LCBO store is almost over. There is no exact date yet but the new location is set to open next month. The large front store is under construction on 1561
Councillors vote against clear bags use and bi-weekly garbage collection
Town councillors have spoken loud and clear —they want nothing to do with a Niagara Region proposal to institute every-other-week garbage collection or make clear plastic garbage bags mandatory. On Monday night, the town’s committee of
Water rates in NOTL increase
Niagara-on-the-Lake residents will see a hike in their water bills starting Feb. 1. The monthly fixed rates for water and wastewater usage each will rise by three per cent. The base charge depends on the
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