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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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.
It was a hockey skate that two groups of NOTL kids and their parents won’t soon forget. Two Niagara-on-the-Lake Minor Hockey Association teams had some very special guests show up for their practices
Dear editor: It seems Ontario Premier Doug Ford is once again trying to implement changes to government operations that will run contrary to the interests of Ontario citizens, including those of us who
More than 200 people have so far completed a major survey that aims to find out what Niagara-on-the-Lake residents’ housing needs and desires are as they age. The comprehensive online survey is a key
In hockey, it’s often said that defence wins championships. The Niagara-on-the-Lake U18 Wolves got team defence in spades on the weekend – and plenty of offence from their defence – en route to
No one really likes to talk about the very human problem of managing society’s sewage waste. But not only do we have to talk about it, we have to pay for it. If
The urge to help just seems to be in Ward Simpson’s blood. The longtime Niagara-on-the-Lake pharmacist was honoured on Saturday night with the Niagara Foundation’s 2023 Living Landmark award, for his nearly 50
There’s no stopping Niagara-on-the-Lake’s marathon woman. Margot Devlin just completed her 11th New York City Marathon on Nov. 5. The NOTL senior, who is quick to advise that she’s not fast, just slow
If you weren’t born in Niagara-on-the-Lake, but now call it home, chances are you moved here because of the lifestyle, small-town community feel, fine weather, quaint village-like atmosphere, historic importance or any combination
A comprehensive survey of Niagara-on-the-Lake residents has launched this week to try to determine what people’s housing needs and desires are as they age. The detailed online survey is a key research tool
Tim Jennings remains an optimist. It’s a must when you’re overseeing operations of the Shaw Festival, a major regional economic driver and the country’s second-largest live theatre operation. There is no room for pessimism
Dear editor: I earlier protested the upcoming installation of a speed camera near Crossroads Public School (“Speed camera near Virgil school is just a cash grab,” letter, Sept. 21), as it has historically
Rain or shine, sleet or snow, Niagara-on-the-Lake always turns out for Remembrance Day. A year ago, in torrential rain, the crowd was a bit more sparse than most years, but many simply grabbed
Niagara-on-the-Lake got the royal treatment on Saturday. Princess Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, spent a day in town, touring a winery and attending a gala dinner at the Queen’s Landing Hotel. The large
St. Davids boxer Mckenzie Wright arrived home from the Pan American Games on the weekend with a bronze medal and a promise to herself that she will do everything possible to land a
It is important at this time of year that we remember. Remember the sacrifices and the contributions of those who gave their lives in two world wars and in other conflicts. It was a different
The usual arena sounds of youngsters shouts and glee were replaced this past weekend by the creaks and a few groans of aging oldtimers hitting the ice for the 41st annual NOTL Ambassadors
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