Paige Seburn, Author at Niagara Now

‘More than a pub’: NOTL’s Irish Harp celebrates 20 years in business

Somewhere between the pints of Guinness, first dates, live music and hard times that followed, the Irish Harp Pub became a second home for many in town.

Covered, waiting, shut out or going it alone: NOTL residents face flood losses

Sunday’s deluge sent knee-deep floodwater through the Legion, destroying drywall, toppling freezers and damaging a century-old flag, photo albums and historical records.

Two floods could mean two claims — and higher rates

The Lake Report contacted three local insurance brokerages after the first storm to understand the number and cost of claims, what water coverage means and how residents should respond.

NOTL flood damage unknown as provincial relief remains vague

Now, after two major storms in six days, the full toll remains unknown and possible provincial assistance has no dollar amount, eligibility rules or application process.

NOTL Votes 2026: Andrew Niven seeks first elected council term

Coun. Andrew Niven is running for Niagara-on-the-Lake council this fall, seeking voters’ support for the first time since he was appointed to the role nearly two years ago.

Niagara-on-the-Lake reels after storm floods homes, farms

By Wednesday afternoon, most of the flooding had receded, but the cleanup, repairs and steps to mitigate such problems when the next storm strikes has only begun.

Animals rushed from flooded Niagara-on-the-Lake rescue farm

Fish washed onto the driveway and geese swam past them after floodwater swallowed an animal rescue farm in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Council rejects housing plan revived by strong mayor powers

Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa used his strong mayor powers to bring a rejected St. Davids housing proposal back for another vote last Tuesday, but council defeated it by an even wider margin.

Ian Mell fundraiser collects tons of pet food, raises $1.4K

A fundraiser held in memory of Niagara-on-the-Lake businessman and animal lover Ian Mell collected 991 pounds of pet food and raised $1,416 for local animal rescues.

Shaw lands $750K grant, takes shows to Toronto

The Shaw Festival has secured $750,000 for its new Royal George Theatre as it prepares to take two Niagara-on-the-Lake productions to Toronto this fall. The RBC Foundation Community Spaces Grant will be provided

Joyous NOTL picnic returns Saturday

Niagara-on-the-Lake residents are invited to bring a dish and pull up a seat as the Joyous NOTL summer picnic returns for its fifth year Saturday. The community potluck will run from noon to

NOTL parts ways with longtime town treasurer

Council appointed Nick Alaimo as treasurer Tuesday, replacing Kyle Freeborn, who departed after more than 14 years with the municipality. Alaimo’s appointment takes effect immediately.

$9.7M moves Niagara airport expansion closer to takeoff

Commercial flights to and from Niagara-on-the-Lake are one step closer to reality, after the Niagara District Airport secured $9.7 million from the province for the project.

NOTL had roughly $2.35M in unspent project funds last year

The money will either return to its original funding source or help pay for related work, including protective equipment for firefighters, guide rail improvements, crack sealing and more.

House once marked for flames now protected as NOTL heritage

More than 60 years after a historical society saved it from destruction, the roughly 230-year-old home known today as Merriwood was among nine designated properties honoured this month.

Royal George rebuild gets final heritage permit

Niagara-on-the-Lake council voted 6-3 to grant the heritage permit for 85 Queen St., part of a wider redevelopment that has already received official plan, zoning and site plan approvals.

NOTL slashes projected $1.18M deficit to $212K

Niagara-on-the-Lake closed 2025 with an almost $212,000 operating deficit, less than one-fifth of the $1.18-million shortfall municipal staff forecasted.

NOTL council cost roughly $314K last year

The town paid its nine council members $219,150 in wages and honorariums, $74,056 in employer contributions and benefits and $20,787 for conferences, travel and a councillor’s cellphone costs.

Active sightings keep search for missing greyhound dog alive in NOTL

Luna, a small 12-pound dog, remains missing after reported sightings in the NOTL and Virgil area, according to a missing-dog notice circulating locally

Town backs decentralized offices, plans $150K council chamber revamp

Niagara-on-the-Lake is shelving plans for a larger municipal office in favour of spreading staff across existing town facilities — a move its staff say will help it avoid significant costs.

NOTL could lose key council powers before election. Here’s the backup plan

With one month to go until nominations close for the municipal election, the town is preparing for the possibility that council could temporarily lose some of its power until the election is over.

$218K clears major hurdle for Irish Harp to reopen patio

The Irish Harp is one step away from keeping its popular back patio for good. But first came months of debate, a major shift in thinking at town hall and a $218,000 price tag for three parking spaces.

Three years after fleeing abuse, NOTL singer shares story through new song

With the trial of her accused abuser behind her, singer-songwriter Catherine Leniarsky is sharing a piece of what she’s been through in her new song, “House of Cards.”

Fort George turns Canada Day into a walk through history

At Fort George National Historic Site, the holiday was not just red-and-white flags: it was an immersive showcase of Canada’s history and a first-time experience for many who’ve never been to NOTL before.

NOTL Votes 2026: O’Connor says smaller council means more pressure — she’s ready for it

Incumbent O’Connor’s campaign this year will build on the same themes she says guided her this term: trust in council, open decision-making, balanced growth and more.

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