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A major car-tastrophe was barely averted in Old Town this past week after NOTL shoppers were faced with the prospect of no free parking for the month of December. A Facebook posting from the
Ice skating is a perfect fit in a picturesque town like Niagara-on-the-Lake and there’s no shortage of opportunities to lace up your skates. Parks Canada has partnered with Vintage Hotels once again to
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Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Betsy Masson took a stand to mark Harriet Tubman’s local historical ties by recommending a screening of the film Harriet, which was released in November. At Masson’s request, the film will have
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Niagara Regional Police want your help collecting food and toys for families in need this season. The annual Niagara police Holiday Food and Toy Drive has kicked off. Donations of non-perishable food items and
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Tourtieres and home baked goods will once again draw crowds to the Queenston Library for the annual bake sale hosted by the Queenston Residents Association this Saturday, Dec. 7, from 9 a.m. to 1
Local history and culture will soon hit the road with the launch of Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum’s Tiny Museum – a 7-by-16-foot miniature replica of the centre’s link-building of the museum, on wheels. The travelling structure will
The Epicurean will once again open its doors to serve breakfast with the jolly man in the red suit. The Old Town restaurant’s second annual Breakfast with Santa is Sunday, Dec. 8, from
Brock University will begin two research projects focusing on cannabis after becoming one of Canada’s first universities to obtain a cannabis-related research and development licence from Health Canada. One of the research projects,
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Photo gallery: The town of Niagara-on-the-Lake was covered with ice and snow during the weekend, creating an opportunity for great pictures. Here are some from the community and some from our photographers.
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Some say don’t ever meet your heroes, but Tate Kenney, a local aspiring actress and graduate of the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York, says meeting hers was not only
Mike Keenan always tried looking on the bright side, even after living through several crises at different stages of his life. He wrote about how he’s coped by using humour, jogging and positivity in
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Jeep aficionados stood up for those who have it rough on Saturday morning as the Niagara Area Jeep Club collected four vehicles full of donated food during the annual food drive for Newark Neighbours.
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A group of local creatives dubbing themselves the Niagara Plein Air Artists will showcase the work of 13 members at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library for the month of December. The group was initiated by Cindy
The Rotary Holiday House Tour is one of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s most anticipated seasonal events bringing close to 4,000 people through expertly decorated homes and landmarks in town – planning begins as early as January
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NOTL artist Sandra Iafrate hopes to shine some light on her Gate Street Studio in downtown Niagara-on-the-Lake during the Candlelight Stroll weekend . On Friday, Dec. 6 the studio at 358 Gate St. will be open
We at The Lake Report are happy to announce the publication of our special Winter Edition magazine which will be available Dec. 3. After an outpouring of positive feedback from residents, community members and
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The Virgil Animal Hospital held its official grand opening on Saturday, giving animal lovers a new option for monitoring the health of their beloved pets.
After 10 long years, the newly rebuilt Mewburn Road Bridge will finally offer drivers another connection between Niagara-on-the-Lake and Niagara Falls.
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People gathered around the Old Court House steps for Sunday evening’s Christmas tree lighting while the St. Michael Catholic Elementary School choir serenaded the crowd – but this year’s celebration connected the town more than ever.
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On Friday afternoon, MPP Wayne Gates rolled up his sleeve for his annual flu shot at Simpson’s Pharmacy in Virgil. Gates said he’s been coming to Simpson’s for the flu shot for the last
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Michael Labonte, or “Mikey,” was known as the life of the party; a memorial hockey game held in his honour brought crowds together in a boisterous celebration of his life.
Many farm workers who live in Niagara-on-the-Lake seasonally have never made it to Old Town – this Sunday, 40 Mexican workers will head to the cenotaph to experience downtown’s holiday spirit for themselves
Old Town Christmas tree lighting this Sunday Niagara-on-the-Lake residents are invited to celebrate the season on Sunday, Nov. 24, and watch as the huge Old Town Christmas tree is lit. The event, accompanied by
Niagara-on-the-Lake's fire department is teaming up with Enbridge Gas to supply new carbon monoxide alarms to residents who need them. The town will receive 126 combination carbon monoxide and smoke alarms as part
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