Julia Sacco, Author at Niagara Now

Short-term rental licences paused as of Dec. 10

This pause will not affect applications that have already been submitted, only those sent in after Dec. 10.

Candlelight Stroll was the ‘best day’ since Kazemi family came to Canada

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s annual Candlelight Stroll brought out families young and old to spread holiday cheer for a worthy cause on Friday night. This year, a crowd of hundreds met in Old Town to walk

MPP Wayne Gates to be nominated for NDP candidate

The nomination will take place Thursday, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m. at Firemen’s Park in Niagara Falls in the Stamford Centre Volunteer Firemen’s Association Hall.

Council revisits Virgil townhouse plans, votes to approve rezoning

The density of the development will make for a nearly 50 per cent net increase of what the zoning is in the neighbourhood, one councillor said.

Councillors have to ‘have feelings’ when it comes to municipal rules, Wiens says

When discussing whether or not to grant each individual permit, Coun. Sandra O’Connor said making exceptions goes against the tree bylaw in place.

Council moves forward toward new official plan

Niagara-on-the-Lake town council is one step closer to implementing a new official plan, set to be in place next October.

Yellow Door’s ‘Into the Woods Jr.’ winter production on Dec. 4-7

Directed by Andorlie Hillstrom and led by a talented cast of young Niagara performers,

Designer has vision for how to address senior housing in NOTL

Andrea Leja’s proposal of a “NOTL village,” presented at a meeting on housing options for seniors, features a town centre, 55 multigenerational units, local storefronts and more.

NOTL draft budget proposes 14.4 per cent tax hike — budget focus should be infrastructure, Cheropita says

The operating budget summary included a potential impact of $204 annually for the average resident, making for a 14.4 per cent tax levy increase.

Healing Cycle for Palliative Care raises $64k, beating fundraiser’s goal

“We are so incredibly blessed by the many people who believe in the services that we provide here in our hometown and showed their support,” said the palliative care group’s executive director.

Survey on culture hub plans for old hospital find 82 per cent for it, 12 per cent against it

Findings from Abacus Data were presented to the town aiming to prove to council why a potential cultural hub for both residents and tourists would be a good fit for the site.

Barbara Worthy and Melissa Achal win big at Women in Business Awards

“I felt honoured to be among such brilliance and innovation, women who have broken so many barriers and done such incredible work,” says Barbara Worthy, the NOTL Museum’s community outreach co-ordinator.

NOTL Swifties tackle Eras Tour in Toronto

Tickets for Taylor Swift’s six sold-out shows in Toronto are the hottest commodity this fall — a few lucky NOTLers talk about how they managed to score theirs.

Native Centre seeks donations to help out families this season

Between the Toonie Auction, collections for its family food pantry and the upcoming annual Christmas party, the Native Centre is busy helping out the community in several ways.

Simpson and Boggios bring pharmacy biz back into NOTL hands

Both Simpson’s Pharmasave in Virgil and Pharmasave Simpson’s Apothecary in Old Town were sold on Oct. 18, with partial ownership returning to Sean Simpson, one of six stakeholders including Boggio Family of Pharmacies.

New and improved cenotaph centre of Remembrance Day service — more repairs to come

The cenotaph is almost complete with external renovations but work on the inside has not yet begun.

Rosling’s ‘The Mistletoe Bride’ returns to Silversmith for its 10th year

This year’s theatrical rendition of Jeanette Winterson’s “The Mistletoe Bride,” done by TV and stage actress Tara Rosling, will have two separate dinner seatings on Dec. 23.

Moving forward with the OLT is a matter of ‘right and wrong,’ Burroughs says

Discussions became heated during Tuesday evening’s committee of the whole meeting as councillors discussed their course of action with the tribunal, in regards to a controversial 41-unit development at 223 and 227 Mary St.

Root of the problem: Neighbour’s tree is causing foundation damage

The roots of Kumari Goonewardene’s neighbour’s tree have infiltrated the foundation of her home. And she’s not quite sure what to do about it.

Foodland coming to Garrison Village next year

“As much as we have great options and food stores in Niagara-on-the-Lake already, we can have more,” said the vice-president of Traditional Neighbourhood Developments.

Poppy Project gets it done, rain or shine

After a slight delay due to windy conditions, the fourth iteration of the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum’s Poppy Project was fully installed Monday morning.

Library board co-chair says he is OK with raising taxes

The NOTL Public Library is asking for the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake to cover a chunk of its $81,000 shortage for its budget next year — just under $66,000.

Photographer takes home big honour for photo of NOTL coyotes

Andrew Interisano’s nighttime shot of two coyotes is one of a handful of photographs to receive the “Highly Commended” accolade in the international Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest this year.

St. Davids teen takes home rowing gold in U.S. competition

Lauren Deprez took home two gold medals last week from one of the largest rowing competitions in the world.

NOTL jam maker takes home more awards from Royal Winter Fair

Kim McQuhae took home four first-place wins and several others for her jams and jellies, ahead of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair opening on Nov. 1.

Author's Latest