Kevin MacLean, Author at Niagara Now

Editorial: A show of strength and solidarity

From newborn to their nineties, the women of Niagara-on-the-Lake turned out this past Monday morning in a show of strength and solidarity. Tomorrow — Friday, March 8 — is International Women’s Day and

Editorial: That’s the Spirit, NOTL

We have marvelled many times over the years about the effort and selflessness that people in our town exhibit when it comes to helping their community. The willingness of so many people to

Editorial: Celebrating the women of NOTL. Again

In Niagara-on-the-Lake, nothing of substance seems to get accomplished without the efforts of a few men — and an army of women. That’s not a put down of men, but rather a reflection

Letter: New NOTL hotel costs $1,500 a night

Dear editor: All the good citizens of our town will want to wish the good ship The Scotsman a long and prosperous voyage. The trip is an ambitious one, if only for the

Willowbank unveils $200,000 bursary from Humeniuk Foundation

Niagara’s Humeniuk Foundation is donating $200,000 to Queenston’s Willowbank School of Restoration Arts as part of a five-year program to help students spend a summer at a top European heritage summer school. The

Editorial: The future of news in NOTL

The media business is one of the most highly competitive forums on Earth. News hounds like us strive to bring readers, viewers and listeners all the latest, up-to-the-minute information. Plus we want to

Editorial: Every family needs a plan in case of fire

If fire strikes your home, do you have a plan? fire officials have always encouraged Canadians to create and practise an escape plan if a fire breaks out. As Crossroads Public School principal

NOTL hotelier Jimmy Lai nominated for Nobel Peace Prize – for the second time

As hotelier Jimmy Lai languishes in a Hong Kong jail cell, on trial for supporting democratic reforms, his family here in Niagara-on-the-Lake last week had no idea he was about to be nominated

Editorial: An essential reminder of our history

Its plain appearance belies its significance and historical importance. It’s a large metal plaque, almost identical to numerous other plaques erected around this historic town – and around the province. This new plaque

Sports: New pro hired at NOTL Golf Club

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club has a new head pro. Max Murphy, a native of Thorold and graduate of Georgian College’s business golf management program, starts as NOTL’s pro on Feb. 5, the club

Editorial: Pride, leadership and a Catholic trustee

In the Ontario political realm, school trustees are often considered the lowest rung of the democratic order. Their job generally attracts little attention — yet these elected officials are responsible for overseeing the

Editorial: Finding ways to address speed concerns

It took three years of research, writing and lobbying – and a lot of patience – but the work of the Friends of Ryerson Park finally paid off. And a majority of the

Researchers analyzing nearly 600 responses to seniors housing survey

And now the analysis begins. Fieldwork for the survey of Niagara-on-the-Lake seniors’ future housing options closed Sunday and all told nearly 600 people answered the online poll. “We’re happy to report that the

Editorial: Council’s U-turn on the heritage trail

We all make mistakes. When you’re in a position that is in the public realm — say, a town politician or even a community newspaper entrepreneur — the decisions you make often are

Over 500 respond to NOTL seniors housing survey, so far

Project closes on Sunday but there’s still time to fill it out More than 500 people have responded to a survey that aims to find out what Niagara-on-the-Lake residents’ housing needs and

Sports: After Silver Stick loss, U18 Wolves have unfinished business

The U18 Niagara-on-the-Lake Wolves knew that winning an International Silver Stick hockey championship would be a tall order. And they got a taste of just how tough that could be thanks to a

Editorial: The Rand Estate and public debate

One of the prized democratic institutions in a full, free society is the concept of open, accountable and transparent governance. At the federal and provincial levels, legislative debates can be so highly partisan

Still time to take part in survey on senior housing needs

There is still time to complete a survey that hopes to find out what Niagara-on-the-Lake residents’ housing needs and desires are as they age. So far, almost 400 people aged 55 and over

Year in Review: 12 months of change in Niagara-on-the-Lake

With new development proposals from Old Town to Glendale sparking controversy, the resignation of the town’s chief administrator, and the first year of the town’s newly elected council, 2023 was a year of

Town appoints Bruce Zvaniga as interim chief administrator

Town council has named Bruce Zvaniga as Niagara-on-the-Lake’s interim chief administrative officer. He takes over the job on Jan. 1. Zvaniga, a veteran of some 40 years in municipal administration, was appointed during

Op-ed: How getting the flu shot saved my life

COVID, flu and other bugs are making a resurgence now. Medical experts are warning people to get vaccinated. And when Lake Report columnist Dr. William Brown wrote Nov. 30 about the value of

Sports: St. Davids boxer another step closer to Paris Olympics

Next stop, Italia. St. Davids boxer Mckenzie Wright continued her quest to represent Canada at the 2024 Summer Games by beating a three-time national champion in an Olympic team qualifying tournament in Montreal

PHOTO: Santa and carols in Chautauqua

Ruth Denyer, left, Laura Jeffrey, Bill Smelser and Andrew Henwood join in during the Chautauqua Residents Association’s annual Christmas carol gathering on Friday. About 100 residents turned out and Santa was also on

Editorial: Council needs to act on speed limits

Niagara-on-the-Lake residents have a tradition of loudly – and repeatedly – telling town councillors and officials what’s best for the town. People are passionate and engaged on issues affecting where they live. The

Community group demands action on excessive speeding

The leaders of a community group that’s been working quietly behind the scenes for three years to prompt Niagara-on-the-Lake to take action about excessive speeding on town streets say they have run out of patience.

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