Chef’s book is a Feast of Friends
Good food needs marinating, and chef David Watt thinks putting together a good book does, too. At least that was Watt’s outlook on his two-year-long passion project, which finally hit shelves last month,
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NOTL looks forward to tourism and togetherness in 2024
Representatives of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and the Friends of Fort George have an optimistic outlook for 2024. During Monday’s New Year’s Levee at Navy Hall, town leaders and representatives rang in the
Old Town cigar shop closes doors after nearly three decades
Cigars have been a part of Ian Wilson’s life for almost 50 years now. He first started smoking them during his last year of high school in 1975 and in 1996, he opened
Penguin Dip swimmers celebrate 40 years of embracing the chill
It started as a way for a few friends to have something to do on Boxing Day, now more than 50 people dip their toes to their heads into cold Lake Ontario annually.
Rise in antisemitism has united Jewish community, rabbi tells Hanukkah celebration in NOTL
Prominent criminal lawyer Brian Greenspan was featured speaker at Navy Hall gathering Tension between supporters of Israel and Palestine has prompted an increase in antisemitic incidents but in turn has united Niagara’s
Lezlie Wade talks beating the odds with her record-breaking comeback from COVID
Award-winning director, writer, lyricist and actor Lezlie Wade has been breaking records throughout her career. Just this September, her production of “Spamalot” became the second-longest-running play at the Stratford Festival, a milestone in
‘The best defence is a good offence’ says falls prevention specialist
One of the most common ways people experience falls is ascending and descending stairs, says vestibular therapist Trevor Kwolek – but it could happen anywhere. During the last Learn & Live session on
‘River’s Perfect Christmas’ teaches kids core values
Al Huberts has a mind for business and a passion for creativity, both of which came into play when working on his latest project, “River’s Perfect Christmas” — a children’s book. When he
Fill a stocking for those in need
For the fourth year in a row, Joan King is calling on NOTLers to fill a stocking to spread some holiday cheer. For Dec. 20, King will have 222 stockings filled up and
Wayside Chapel’s Christmas sing-along returns
The Wayside Chapel’s Christmas sing-along may just become a yearly tradition. The chapel’s afternoon of carolling will return for a second year this Saturday after a large turnout in 2022, said Rick Meloen,
Holiday decor enthusiasts line up for annual house tour
Janet Coscarelli and her friends were among many who braved a rainy, cold weekend in Niagara-on-the-Lake and ventured out to this year’s Holiday House Tour. The Rotary Club’s annual house tour saw people
Old Saint Nick back on the block this Saturday for Christmas Parade
Santa Claus is coming back to town. Join hundreds of parade-goers along Queen Street on Saturday for the annual Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Parade. The showcase of 86 floats and attractions begins at 11 a.m.
Holiday Happenings in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Christmas Parade | Saturday, Dec. 9 Starting at 11 a.m. enjoy floats, marching bands and more. The parade will start at the intersection of King and Centre streets in Old Town. Christmas Sing-a-Long
PHOTO GALLERY: Touring McArthur Estate an annual tradition for families and friends
Each year the McArthur Estate is unmistakably decked from head-to-toe for the holidays. This year’s evening tour at the McArthur Estate took a unique approach to decor, featuring numerous Trisha Romance paintings as
Festive Fare brings forth the holiday season
For Kathleen Turnbull, a new member of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian, the church’s Festive Fare on Saturday was the perfect place to promote her new children’s book. She wrote her new book “Laamby’s Christmas
Newcomers group a launching point for town leaders
Seven years ago, Sue Henry moved to Niagara-on-the-Lake, a place where she didn’t know anyone – today, she’s made a lot of friendships in town and wants to help those who were in
Bring your toys to the parade and support Newark Neighbours
Niagara-on-the-Lake Hydro has teamed up with Newark Neighbours to make the holidays a bit more magical for those in need. Hydro will be collecting toy donations during the Christmas parade on Saturday, Dec.
NOTL Gives Back to Newark Neighbours and children’s hospital
When Revel broker Jessie MacDonald started the NOTL Gives Back charity drive 14 years ago, she was simply doing her part to help out the community. MacDonald told The Lake Report that she
Queenston choir will make ‘Christmas Wishes’ come true
A staple of the holiday season in Niagara-on-the-Lake is returning on Sunday, with a new performance set list and a group of special guests. The Queenston Women’s Chorus will present its annual Christmas
Christmas cheer, finally here: Holiday happenings in NOTL
Candlelight Stroll | Friday, Dec. 1 From 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., this hugely popular event will commence for another year, with all proceeds going to charity. The annual walk, organized by the Chamber
‘If you give something, you will receive:’ NOTL farm hosted free pick-your-own-tomatoes day
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to clarify that the farm uses some organic and inorganic chemicals on crops. Sukyi Finn’s favourite thing to do with her farm fresh tomatoes is make
Arts: ‘It was like you were in a dream’
Janice White has always loved capturing motion in her photography. For her first-ever exhibition, Ironwood Cider House has on display several images in which White has captured a sense of movement. “I wanted
NOTL citizenship judge earns community award
Citizenship Judge Rochelle Ivri is no stranger to awards. With an impressive list of honours already, including the Law Society of Ontario’s Lincoln Alexander Award, Ivri last week added the Community Impact title
Your Christmas tree awaits, thanks to Niagara and St. Davids Lions
Helen Ferley was considering getting an artificial tree this year, but in the end, she and her husband Steve always come back to the Niagara Lions tree sale. “We went to look at
Kids’ increased screen time post-COVID is a big concern, expert warns
The brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic may be passing, but life has not gone back to “normal” for everyone – and for the generation of young people who lived through these past three
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