As pandemic restrictions continue to ease and cases of COVID-19 fall, people are finally starting to be able to connect with their loved ones again, which is especially important for family members who were isolated in long-term care homes.
Niagara-on-the-Lake is ahead of the curve in so many ways. And so behind in others. This week's story about resident Jordon Williams' efforts to get a rainbow crosswalk installed at the intersection of
Niagara-on-the-Lake artist Filomena Pisano says she doesn't want to have to choose between her studio and her health after a fellow tenant in the old Virgil Public School hosted maskless, indoor classes for children
Lauren and Vaughn Goettler know how important independent, trustworthy journalism is for a community. This week, the couple showed their appreciation by making a $2,000 donation to The Lake Report — Niagara-on-the-Lake's first
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Niagara's chief medical officer is worried the B.1.617 and P.1 variants of COVID-19 are on the rise in the region. Looking at available variant data, Dr. Mustafa Hirji said confirmed cases of P.1 have risen from
Niagara’s top doctor is worried too few people are getting tested for COVID-19. While cases are continuing to decline in Niagara, so is the number of people getting tested, Dr. Mustafa Hirji told reporters Monday.
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is flying the Pride flag high for Pride Month. This year, the town is flying the “progressive Pride flag,” which Pride Niagara member at large Darryl Dyball said is
Cases of COVID-19 are dropping more sharply than expected across Ontario, says Niagara’s chief medical officer of health. Dr. Mustafa Hirji said it’s a “good news” story, with a steady drop in the
During a time when everything in the world was uncertain at best, Niagara-on-the-Lake’s farmers and farm workers continued to ensure food crops were being grown and put on the table for families. There’s
Pickleball courts were full up on Saturday morning, the first day the Virgil courts were open for play since being closed for public safety amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. John Hindle, president of
With the provincial announcement Thursday easing restrictions on some outdoor activities, the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is gearing up to reopen some outdoor amenities for Saturday. Starting Saturday, per provincial guidelines, the town will reopen basketball courts, tennis
On top of brightening the winter for so many NOTLers with her family's appearance on “Family Feud Canada,” Katherine Gaio was nominated as a Pandemic Hero for her constant willingness to go out of the
Data shows 10% increase in people leaving home over past two weeks Ontario's provincial lockdown is bringing cases down, but not quite as quickly as lockdowns have in the past. Niagara's chief
With the provincial stay-at-home order extended until June 2, Niagara's top doctor suspects things won't start to fully reopen till July. While he “very much” agrees with the two-week extension, “I am suspicious that we'll probably need to
Vaccine supply is 'much smaller' than number of people becoming eligible The province has opened up vaccine bookings Tuesday to anyone 18 and over, but Niagara's chief medical officer of health says there might be
UPDATE: On Friday the province announced it will be giving second doses of AstraZeneca vaccines, starting with people who received their first dose of between March 10 and March 19. Those who are eligible
All Ontario adults will be able to book a COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday. At 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, 2021, individuals aged 18 and over, or turning 18 in 2021, will be eligible to book a
A lunch for care home staff and a boost for local business. A Cogeco lunch campaign aims to spread a bit of joy to long-term care workers, while at the same time supporting local restaurants through
Niagara-on-the-Lake's Megan Vanderlee didn't expect to wake up on Friday to discover her 2007 Cadillac Escalade had been stolen from her driveway in Virgil. She kept her hopes up that it would be
Niagara's COVID-19 cases are starting to trend downward but we are probably a month away from safely winding down restrictions, says the region's chief medical officer of health. Dr. Mustafa Hirji told a
Newark Neighbours and the NOTL Rotary Club are gearing up for a porch pickup food drive this Saturday and Sundy, and are looking to residents to help ensure the event a success. On May 15 and
Within 15 minutes of opening for the season on Wednesday morning, Thwaites Farms had dozens of people lined up to get some of the first asparagus batch of the year. Many people were
Niagara Region public health has announced two more dates for Niagara-on-the-Lake COVID-19 vaccine clinics. The clinics will be held May 15 and 16 at the NOTL Community Centre. Bookings are now open to
Glendale resident Daniel St-Jean and his wife Laurel aren't happy they have received two tickets for parking their vehicle on the street outside their home for more than 12 hours. St-Jean said he thinks the bylaw that
Niagara-on-the-Lake is taking a spot on the national stage next year, hosting tennis and sailing for the 2022 Canada Summer Games. “It's a wonderful opportunity for the town,” said NOTL Tennis Club president
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