The Queenston Library and Community Centre was built as a Baptist church between 1842 and 1845. A Baptist congregation began in Queenston around 1808 with Rev. Elkanah Holmes. This church was used for religious
This is a sketch of the former James Munro Blacksmith Shop, which was previously located at 136 Regent St.. It was built in the 1840s along with his saltbox-style home, which is still
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Editor’s note: In September, NOTL resident Janice White rescued an injured kitten she found on Lakeshore Road. Here is an update on his story. Janice White Special to The Lake Report Last week
Dear editor: It has long been established that the human race is attracted to two particular traits, namely: People watching (in malls, pedestrian street traffic, etc.) and watching fires. The former has become a
Laura Gibson Newark Neighbours The outpouring of support for our not-for-profit organization from both within our community and outside this past summer continues to amaze us. Our heartfelt gratitude to all the individual
By Sophie Kamatovic, Elizabeth Yerich and Dani WernerSpecial to The Lake Report Orange Shirt Day is recognized because of Phyllis Webstad, an Indigenous girl. Before she went to school, she and her grandma
Dear editor: “There will be no construction this year. But we’re hoping that next spring we’ll be ready to go,” (Rick) Meloen said. “And then we just keep trucking on.” Trucking? Construction? Am
Dear editor: Niagara MPP Wayne Gates is well-intentioned but off track in pushing for OHIP to pay for routine PSA testing. Cancer Care Ontario has the following statement on its website: “Due to
Dear editor: Despite missing the spirit and camaraderie of our community run and facing a pandemic that has challenged us, NOTLers walked, ran or biked their own way, showing their determination to make
Dear editor: All Canadian citizens should be offended by recent national coverage, led by our major TV outlets, of the reference to the “ricin suspect ” as a Canadian, first. Clearly this is fodder
Dear editor: Ringing a bell on a bicycle to warn a pedestrian of one’s approach as noted in a letter (“Bikers on trails need to ring those bells,” Sept. 24) cannot be faulted. However, as
Dear editor: When the machines showed up to pave the natural trail behind my place, I was aghast! But since then, I have been impressed by the increased activity on the Upper Canada
Dear editor: Another great Leaf has passed on, and I hope the real fans remember him. Bob Nevin always conducted himself with such class and modesty. Back in 2013, my pal Eric Skillins and I
Dear editor: I have to agree that the “animal rights” protesters are not only misinformed about treatment of the horses but also cause damage to the image of NOTL. I believe that it
This is an interior view of Reid’s Grocery store, which was located at 16 Queen St., now the location of The Owl and the Pussycat store. It was built in the 1830s and much of
This is a watercolour of the Lakeview House-Riverside-Harbour Inn. The inn was built near the corner of Melville Street and River Beach Road in 1860 by John Thornton. Many of the owners of
Dear editor: With reference to the letter last week “We’re quite happy with changes made to the heritage trail,” I would suggest that the writers’ lauding of the widening, resurfacing, tree cutting – essentially the
Dear editor: The Lake Report’s coverage of the destruction of trees along the Upper Canada Heritage Trail (“Residents angry after healthy trees cut down along heritage trail,” Sept. 10) was deeply disturbing if somewhat alarmist,
Dear editor: I recently read Syme Jago's poignant letter you published in your wonderful Sept. 10 issue, “Protesters are bullies wreaking havoc.” I definitely agree with her, and, of course, countless other residents must
Dear editor: Our tiny not-so-perfect Lord Mayor and the Eight Dwarfs have moved the iconic horse and carriages, and their historic, longtime tax-paying owners, from their longstanding location at the corner of King and Queen
The following letter was sent to Niagara-on-the-Lake town council on Monday. We have asked for three years to have two dead trees removed from private property behind our homes on Shaw’s Lane. The dead
Dear editor: Niagara-on-the-Lake trails are extremely popular with both walkers and bikers during these beautiful sunny days. Sharing the trails is no problem, but the bikers need to learn how to use their bells when
Dear editor: This past Sunday was a glorious outdoor day to celebrate the life of Joseph (Joe) Pohorly . Taking place under and around the pavilion at the St. Davids Lions Club on
Marg BoldtLegion poppy chair Special to The Lake Report At this time of the year the Niagara-on-the-Lake branch of the Royal Canadian Legion usually salutes the great sacrifice and service of local military veterans.
Joan King Special to The Lake Report This year's NOTL Terry Fox Run is a virtual event. We’ll be united in spirit but not in person. We might not be able to gather
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