On Sunday, during the first weekend of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s new dedicated-duty firefighter program — which sees crews working the weekends instead of just being on-call — proved just how important it is to have
Our town has a sign problem — one that’s been hurting our small growers and farmers, as we documented in a story about White Orchard Farms last week. But larger than the sign
It’s out with the old and in with the new at NiagaraNow.com – The Lake Report’s long-established news website – as we have transitioned to a new online presentation. Our new website layout
It’s Canada Day again. This year we can finally reunite for some of our beloved traditions, like the activities at Fort George and the Rotary Club’s events at Simcoe Park. And, of course,
The Virgil Stampede saw one of its best years ever, says Virgil Business Association president Richard Wall. “Overall, it was a resounding success. Our top line revenue was one of our best ever
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Strawberry Festival returned on Saturday, after a two-year COVID hiatus. Across the grounds at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, people of all ages were out getting a taste of the season’s first
About 250 new residents moved in Saturday afternoon and each one of them represents someone who was deeply loved and lost. They weren’t people, they were indigenous painted lady butterflies, released at the
It’s a bit of deja vu, seeing NOTL council extend its patio program for another year — welcome deja vu. The program was established to help businesses with pandemic recovery when indoor dining
NOTL woodworker revives business following blaze and his father’s disappearance A lot of people in Mike Werner’s shoes might have thrown in the towel. But he’s not one to give up. The
In reporting on and writing about Niagara-on-the-Lake, we make frequent trips to the town’s many sports parks and recreational facilities. It was a sad sight last week at Centennial Sports Park in Virgil, as kids
Especially during election campaigns, I get more than fed up with hearing continual polling results. Whatever happened to asking questions on the streets or in the Valu-mart (oops, again) or going for a
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s popular “Market at The Village” farmers market is back for the season and vendors were out Saturday selling some fresh goodies.
It was a day of high spirits for soccer kids and parents, as the Niagara-on-the-Lake Soccer Club kicked off its new season — the first "back-to-normal" season since 2019. Kids were running around the
The Virgil Stampede was a blast this weekend. All around, kids and parents alike were enjoying time out in the open air and sun. And a bit of rain. It was nice to
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Niagara-on-the-Lake's Newark Neighbours has outgrown its location on John Street and is seeking help from people in the community who might have ideas for where the agency can move. The food bank and thrift shop
Pots and plants It was a Saturday for the garage sale history books in Niagara-on-the-Lake last weekend, as easing of pandemic rules allowed several markets to set up all over town and compete for attention.
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s iconic clock tower cenotaph turns 100 on June 4, and the Legion branch 124 and Town of NOTL are planning a celebration fitting for the occasion. Lord Mayor Betty Disero will receive guests in
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Across Niagara-on-the-Lake and beyond, excitement is building among youngsters and teens anxious for the return of the Virgil Stampede. The annual carnival is back for the Victoria Day long weekend for the first time in
Maurizio and Laryssa Cesta, owners of Pie’za Pizzeria, are raising some dough again for Toronto's St. John the Compassionate Mission. The couple will be giving away free takeout Margherita pizzas for the second year in a row all day on Sunday,
Queen's Royal Park is a little bit cleaner today, thanks to a group of environmentalists who made their way to the water's edge Sunday to pick up garbage. The
Niagara-on-the-Lake's hotels are hiring and gearing up for what will hopefully be a busy summer, as people resume travelling. Bob Jackson, chief executive officer of Vintage Hotels, says the company is hiring about 300 people
It was a day to remember the fallen – and those who still serve in the Canadian navy. The Royal Canadian Naval Association Niagara Region hosted a memorial ceremony for the Battle of the
The Lake Report has had a great week, having been honoured for our hard work with 14 provincial awards at the Ontario community newspaper world's “who’s who” competition of the year. It puts into
Teresa Wong and Janice Dodd connect over shared relationship to Hong Kong Editor's note: Sometimes, even in our little town, the stories we write stories have a big impact. Sometimes it's effecting positive
A Ukrainian family coming to seek refuge in Niagara has a bit of a boost, thanks to two Niagara-on-the-Lake residents. Garrison Village residents Brian Carberry and Jan Van Haren held a garage sale on
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