In continued efforts to address climate change and make Niagara-on-the-Lake more eco-friendly, two young climate activists have taken matters into their own hands by forming a Climate Action Committee. In October, St. Michael Catholic Elementary School students
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s 809 Newark air cadets tackled their stage fright at the effective speaking event held by the 809 Newark Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron Wednesday, Feb. 5.
Whisky lovers will be able to savour seven award-winning whisky samples paired with hors d'oeuvres and learn about the role alcohol played in the life of Fort George soldiers in the 19th century at the
Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Graham Bettes is one of the team members standing behind a local organization that aims to help veterans and first responders with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors agree more education is needed about garbage collection changes to dispel a common perception that the services are being reduced. Catherine Habermebl, director of waste management for the Region of Niagara, outlined for town
If formally approved by council on Feb. 24, Niagara-on-the-Lake residents will be able to park on streets overnight. At the committee of the whole general meeting Monday, councillors approved removing the 2 a.m.
Construction of a new St. Davids swimming pool is moving forward – with a much bigger pricetag than originally estimated – and community volunteers are being recruited to help raise money to pay for it. The
The future of the Queenston fire hall will be reviewed by Niagara-on-the-Lake’s town staff who will investigate if combining the St. Davids and Queenston fire stations is a viable idea. NOTL council approved a town
Investigators have not determined whether an offence was committed after coyote carcasses were found in a ravine along the Niagara Parkway. About 10 coyotes were spotted last week by a fisherman who then contacted authorities. Some of
Niagara-on-the-Lake council was urged to commemorate its rich local history and culture in the new Glendale District development during a committee of the whole general meeting Monday. More streets, places and infrastructure should
Clare’s Harley-Davison Niagara held a chili cook-off last Thursday raising about $125 for a local charity.
For a few hours on Thursday, the gas price at the Petro-Canada gas station on Mississagua Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake was less than a buck a litre.
After eight years of providing regular live entertainment to locals and visitors at the Old Winery Restaurant, the Old Winos band is releasing its first studio album. Formed in 2012, the band is comprised of a
Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors say they’re open to discussing parking concerns raised by local business owners, employees and tourists but the issue isn’t likely to be resolved anytime soon. Lord Mayor Betty Disero said she doesn’t think
Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Gertrude (Trudy) Waldie reached a major milestone last week.
As the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is in the process of examining how it delivers services to residents, some councillors have expressed concerns on how much they should be involved in the project. Council in December approved hiring Deloitte, a multinational
Teachers from St. Michael Catholic Elementary School in Virgil were back on the picket line Tuesday morning to strike against provincial government cuts to education after no deal was reached between the province and the union.
In efforts to ensure more transparency during the town’s hiring processes and to strengthen the internal code of conduct and confidentiality policies, Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors held an hour-long workshop on Monday, Jan 20. As
The Willowbank Sunday Salon Series kicked off last Sunday with Toronto-based Denielle Bassels performing on opening day.
For motorcycle enthusiasts and chili lovers, Clare’s Harley-Davidson Niagara is hosting a chili cook-off and exclusive shopping event on Thursday, Feb. 6 from 4 until 8 p.m. Six contestants, including staff from Clare’s Harley-Davidson, Community Support
Connor is a two-year-old soft-coated wheaten terrier who, despite his age, has already earned his Canadian and American championship titles.
A handful of Grade 5 and 6 Victoria Public School students joined a one-day strike last Thursday by elementary school teachers who walked off the job to protest provincial government cuts to education.
When Harvey Schulz saw a massive amount of foam oozing over a bridge on Four Mile Creek on Saturday, he wasn’t sure what he was witnessing.
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has received $815,143 in funding through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund. In total, the province has distributed about $200 million to 424 communities across Ontario in 2020. The provincial
Although the closure of Ten Thousand Villages makes Niagara-on-the-Lake store manager Teresa Friesen feel “extremely sad,” she finds comfort in knowing that relationships developed between the community, staff and volunteers through working for the store for the past 34 years will continue to carry on.
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