Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa confirmed with The Lake Report that he received the official letter around 11 a.m. Wednesday morning. He said he plans to have the town’s chief administrative officer look over the proposal and piece together what it means before sending a memo to town council.
While consistently cold winters benefit the vines, unseasonably warm daytime temperatures in early spring can be harmful, triggering vines to bud prematurely, stated an expert advisory publication from Brock University.
Musicians Patrick McManus and Beau Dixon are reuniting for a special Mother’s Day gig at Oast House in Niagara-on-the-Lake on May 11: “”Bring your kids, bring your mom, or bring your kid’s mom,” says McManus.
Andrea Kaiser says she wasn’t planning to run in this year’s election, until threats to Canadian sovreignty began to emerge from south of the border, pushing her to take the lead: “For this election, for this moment in time, I feel like it was made for me.”
“The success of Willowbank is an indication of interest and commitment to making sure that this place and many other places are around many generations from now,” said the National Trust of Canada’s executive director.
The region itself has been under a state of emergency for two years now, Steven Soos said, urging NOTL to take a stand alongside other municipalities.
Diestch helped the Ottawa 67’s secure a 2-1 win against the Niagara IceDogs last Thursday. Looking ahead, he has big goals: “The (NHL) draft comes out soon and I’m just hoping to see my name come up.”
A major concern of consultant Robin Garett’s was the removal of the term “wine country” from the tourism vision statement. Some edits also removed the theme of collaboration from the original strategy, Garrett said.
All four major parties in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s riding have announced their candidates for the snap federal election on April 28. Lifelong Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Andrea Kaiser is the face of the Liberal Party for the riding, facing off against incumbent Conservative Tony Baldinelli.
Chair of events Nancy Bailey says the historic homes are always enjoyed by guests on the tour: “We just love to showcase homes and we’re proud to do that.”
Key factors for seniors considering a change were easy access to health care, a range of services and amenities, staying in the community and maintaining social relationships.
“This file has significant environmental considerations,” said Coun. Sandra O’Connor, listing her concerns around amphibian habitats, woodland impact, watercourse erosion, negative mitigation, stormwater management and more.
Cindy Grant of the Seniors Housing Options Group will update residents on the findings from the survey’s group about aging in place at the next Live & Learn session on March 24.
The 68-year-old NOTLer’s journey to the Six Star medal started around 1994, when he began his running career.
The new company, Kimbel Donayre Plumbing, will provide an alternative for NOTL residents who may be stuck without a grinder pump service.
NDP Wayne Gates was sworn into office on March 17, along with members of Provincial Parliament from across Ontario. He was the top vote-getter at four of NOTL’s six polling stations, with some of his biggest support coming from voters at the NOTL community centre.
Secord helped set the stage for Confederation and establish context for the accomplishments of Canadian women today, says Caroline McCormick: “What she represents is courage and determination, fortitude and perseverance, going the extra mile for what is important.”
In the face of rising mistreatment against women, Canadian women should be empowered to use their voices and take action, says Sandra Hardy: “It’s important to use our voice and speak up and not just keep all the things inside you.”
The Shaw’s executive director Tim Jennings outlined the festival’s plans for 2025, including the rebuilding of the Royal George Theatre on Queen Street, set to be done by 2028.
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Soo-Wiens was recognized for her tireless volunteer work across different organizations across town, including Cornerstone Community Church and the NOTL Lions Club.
The Ontario Land Tribunal has given a developer the green light to move forward with a 41-unit condo development at 223 and 227 Mary St. in Niagara-on-the-Lake, after the town decided to settle the developer’s challenge — in order to steer clear of the legal costs.
“We live in a wine community — we welcome any additional winery or brewery into the community,” said one person who lives across the street from Harvest Barn, renamed Alitura four years ago.
Up to 25 per cent of people who have an accidental fall will die within a year of that fall, shared the Falls Intervention Team with the Learn & Live session attendees.
“I would like the outcome of me winning this award to highlight the needs that are in our community,” Dorothy Soo-Wiens said. “Every kind gesture that is done makes a bigger impact on your community.”
The Royal George Theatre will be exempt from Queen-Picton Heritage District study restrictions after council approval, which will allow the 110-year-old building to undergo reconstruction after it closes at the end of this year.
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