Quest for a cure: Young diabetic leads charity walk
Except for the white patch on her arm, there’s nothing to suggest 11-year-old Greta Sobol’s problems are any different from those of other kids her age. But in April last year, Greta was
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New crosswalk for busy Mississagua Street
Another new crosswalk in Niagara-on-the-Lake is steps away from completion. The region is installing the new crossing on Mississagua Street at Anderson Lane near the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library and the community centre. Frank
Ghost stories and graveyard strolls at annual Jane’s Walk
A heritage home in Niagara-on-the-Lake may be a little bit haunted, if its resident is to be believed. Elizabeth Pilzecki, who lives at 507 Butler St. was one of four speakers at the
Residents get chance to speak on Queen St. hotel proposal
Residents are finally getting their crack at a three-year-old hotel proposal. The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has just received an application from Van Riesen Hotel Group Inc., owned by resident developer Rainer Hummel, to
Dig by the docks reveals ‘menagerie’ of historical artifacts
An archeological dig at the site next to the King George III Inn has turned up a trove of artifacts from over a century ago, painting a vague picture of life by the
Town seeks feedback on whether to keep outdoor patios
Outdoor patios became a fixture in town during the pandemic – but, originally, they were only meant to be a temporary solution. Now, the town is looking at keeping the patios around, and
Rainbow crosswalk vandalism part of troubling trend, experts say
A small stretch of painted pavement has become the site of a symbolic battle in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The town’s new rainbow crosswalk was targeted by vandals for a fourth time in early August. This
Old Town gateway on track for August completion
An unseasonably wet August has been a bit of a problem for dry stone mason Menno Braam, but not so much for the wall he’s building. The veteran mason started working on Niagara-on-the-Lake’s
Swimmer conquers Lake Ontario in record time
The first swimmer to conquer Lake Ontario this year arrived ashore in Toronto early Wednesday morning – and shattered a nearly 50-year-old record in the process. Maggie Regan, a 31-year-old mathematics professor in
Lacrosse legends honoured on Sports Wall of Fame
Two local lacrosse legends have been inducted into the Niagara-on-the-Lake Sports Wall of Fame. Paul French and Monty Slingerland, both recognized for their contributions to lacrosse, were honoured at a plaque unveiling at
Council rejects Parliament Oak input from advisory committee
Niagara-on-the-Lake town council appears to be at odds with one of its voluntary advisory committees over what the group’s role is. Council has rebuffed the urban design committee for getting “off track” in
Long-distance swimmers fail in quest to conquer Lake Ontario
Two long-distance swims burned out on Lake Ontario over the weekend. One of them almost literally went down in flames. Jason Kloss and Greg Maitinsky both entered Lake Ontario on Friday, Aug. 11,
NOTL’s heritage committee weighs in on Parliament Oak development – again
Two Sisters Resorts Corp. has returned to the town with plans to pay tribute to the old Parliament Oak school – after it is torn down – but members of the heritage committee
Council looks to fill the ‘clear gap’ of activities for kids in NOTL
Community activities for kids has emerged as one of town council’s top priorities. Niagara-on-the-Lake council greenlit its strategic plan at a meeting on July 25 and most of the 30-minute discussion was on
Artists in their element at Niagara Pumphouse art show
A brush stroke is as natural as a breath of air, but a canvas is as complex as a beating heart. That was the sentiment of artists hosted at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Pumphouse over
Additional bylaw officer proposed for 2024 to ‘stay on top of’ short-term rentals
Budget talks are set to start in a month, and the subject of enforcing the town’s bylaws will be on the docket. Niagara-on-the-Lake council will be reviewing budget proposals in September and Coun.
Father and daughter spotlight smithing at NOTL Museum
A dad-and-daughter duo is keeping the fire going for an ancient and artistic trade. Neil Blythin and his 10-year-old daughter Evelyn were at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum on Monday with a display of hooks,
Families stop by Village market in laid-back long weekend
The annual Kid’s Day at the Niagara-on-the-Lake farmers’ market was postponed on July 29 thanks to the rain, but families were able to enjoy the special day at the Garrison Village on Saturday
NOTL’s Pride crosswalk cleaned up after latest vandalism
Niagara-on-the-Lake has cleaned up a third act of vandalism of the town’s Pride crosswalk – which also included damage to a newly-installed security camera facing the crosswalk. This time, the crosswalk was defaced
Town lets some committees hold hybrid meetings
Some town committees will have the option to meet virtually and in-person this September. After receiving feedback from committees of council showing most members prefer to have a choice between in-person or virtual,
Mind Your Meters: Town leaders want data in driver’s seat – residents want changes now
Residents are calling for a red light on speeding drivers all across Niagara-on-the-Lake. However, municipal officials say they can’t take action until they have solid numbers telling them the scope of the issue
Plans for 2024 budget talks to start this fall – to avoid last year’s delays
After a lengthy and rocky review of the 2023 budget early this year, Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors want to get back on track for next year’s budget. At a meeting on July 18, town council
Bluesy concert raises awareness for Land Back protesters
A crowd of about 30 people came out to enjoy a free concert at Queenston Heights in Niagara-on-the-Lake Friday afternoon, bringing attention to the cause of Indigenous land rights. St. Catharines resident Jason
NHL player joins St. Davids Carnival
Matt Prochownik, left, and his son Kohyn got to meet Ben Harpur, New York Rangers defenceman. Kohyn says he plays the same position when he’s out on the ice.
Mind Your Meters: St. Davids residents want drivers to slow it down
Fast traffic persists in St. Davids and residents are asking the region to help slow things down. Dan Segal, president of the St. Davids Ratepayers Association, said his fellow residents have been concerned
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