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Letter: Was it necessary to fire bird bangers on Christmas Day?

Dear editor: I have read with interest the various letters in The Lake Report from all sides regarding the bird bangers used by the wineries. I have not felt I needed to add to the

Letter: Town needs to get short term rental bylaw right

Dear editor: While tough words from town council and talk of significant penalties for people in Niagara-on-the-Lake operating short-term accommodation to visitors may be warranted, I recommend that councillors start at the beginning

Letter: Water main replacement cost $263 a foot

Dear Editor, I am writing in regard to a Dec. 5 article in your newspaper, “No danger of lead in NOTL drinking water.” I found the entire article interesting. However, did anyone else question or think

$25 ticket after Old Town parking meters reject coins

The following is a letter to Lord Mayor Betty Disero and Coun. Wendy Cheropita. A copy was submitted to The Lake Report for publication. This is to make you and council aware of a

Letter: Dog poisoned twice by discarded cannabis

Dear editor: I’m writing to you on behalf of my wife, Bette Ann, myself, and for the many pet owners residing in NOTL, as your paper is a regular source of information for local

Letter: MPP reflects on milestones from the past year

Dear editor: Firstly, let me say Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! While the legislature only sat for six weeks this session I did my best to get as much work done for our community

The Golden Plunger: Bacchus Lounge

Betty & Jane Plunger Patrol This venue has married the old with the new by preserving bits of 1831 historical Georgian opulence and adding elegant, modern facilities. There were a number of full-service restrooms to

Stay Fit: Core exercises for all levels

Jaclyn Willms Special to The Lake Report Want to learn how tostrengthen your core with no equipment at all? In fact, the best core exercises are done with no equipment. Bodyweight exercises are

Obituary: Cheryl Ann Phillips

PHILLIPS, Cheryl Ann — With family by her side, on Dec. 4, 2019, lost her battle with pancreatic cancer at the age of 65. Beloved wife of the late Jim (2014). Loving mother of Michael

Letter: People with disabilities cant escape bird cannons

Dear editor: I would like to respond to the past articles and letters in The Lake Report regarding the issue of bird cannons. Firstly, to the gentleman’s response about using cannons in the 1950s:

Letter: The sad assault of farmers bird cannons

Dear editor: I just read about two children who were able to have their photos taken with Santa Claus. The boys have autism spectrum disorder, and their time and photos with Santa was made

Letter: A symbol of a town clearly divided

Dear editor: Friday night’s Candlelight Stroll was lovely. I usually take many photos when I am at an event, my photographer self can’t help it. I am compelled to record history. When one stands

Cooking with Collin: Apple Butter great any time

Collin GoodineSpecial to Niagara Now/The Lake Report Apples are one fruit that certainly meets the demands of festive food lovers. During the holidays, it’s easy to pair with cinnamon, chocolate, nutmeg and the

Letter: Bird cannons an outdated, ineffective practice

Dear editor: The use of bird cannons along the protected Niagara Escarpment area is nothing short of torture, not only for the world biosphere habitat, long-term residents, new residents, or endangered animals, but also

Letter: NOTL is not a walking winter wonderland

Dear editor: I must commend the NOTL Christmas committee on the beautification of Old Town. It truly does give a feeling of a winter wonderland to our lovely little town. It’s so nice

Letter: In honour of three special men

Dear editor: Lord Mayor Betty Disero proclaimed International Men’s Day on Nov. 19 as a day to celebrate men who have made a positive impact on their families, their communities and the world. I would like

The Golden Plunger: Pillitteri Estates Winery

Betty & Jane Plunger Patrol Pillitteri Estates Winery is on Niagara Stone Road and provides an “Olympic” experience, proudly presenting “Team Canada’s” wine collection and a donation is made to the team for

Letter: NDP and Greens need to work with Liberals towards future

Dear editor: Many Canadians sighed with relief when the Liberal party led by Justin Trudeau won a minority government. Though many Liberal supporters have their reservations about Trudeau, they couldn’t see a victory in voting for the

Letter: Thanks Lake Report for comprehensive coverage of Remembrance Day

Dear editor: We want to thank your paper for the excellent coverage you have had this month on various Remembrance Day services. It is very much appreciated by all residents and particularly the

Letter: Some farmers quit using cannons for neighbours

Dear editor: In response to John Morley’s letter of Nov. 21, (“Bird bangers were used in the early 1950s”), noting that when he picked fruit for George Sheppard in the early 1950s, he

Letter: Use of native in Indigenous story was bad form

Dear editor: I am writing in response to your article “Indigenous soldiers honoured in Queenston,” (Nov. 21). While I am sincerely happy as a resident of Niagara-on-the-Lake to see a commitment to sharing local

Letter: Queenston Quarry story evoked fond memories

Dear editor: First of all, my compliments on your newspaper. I have enjoyed the local history articles by Linda Fritz. Recently, the one about Queenston Quarry (“The quarrymen of Queenston,” Nov. 14) was of particular interest.

Cooking with Collin: Braised short ribs will melt in your mouth

Letter: Climate change editorial was off base

Last week in The Lake Report’s editorial, (“Kudos to NOTL’s young climate activists”), managing editor Kevin MacLean said “congratulations” to two 13-year-old girls for something they have “decided,” for something they have “vowed.” Apparently they will end

Letter: Bird bangers were used in the early 1950s

Dear editor: I am writing regarding the letter to the editor by Win Laar, “Actually, we were here long before the bird bangers,” The Lake Report, Nov. 14. As a matter of fact,

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