The Grist toasts to its regulars — and gives back
The invite-only event was the Grist’s way of giving back to its regulars while collecting donations and non-perishables for Project Share in Niagara Falls.
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Early intervention for people in crisis key focus of region’s new safety plan
A new five-year safety plan from Niagara Region is putting renewed focus on crisis intervention in Niagara-on-the-Lake, aiming to stop emergencies before they happen.
No sign of safety: Online-only warnings stir concern at NOTL beach
Beachgoers are now expected to check the region’s website or assess real-time conditions themselves — a shift that left a Niagara-on-the-Lake councillor, along with some visitors at Queen’s Royal Beach last month, feeling uneasy.
Memorial sends message to ‘think twice’ about drinking and driving after fatal crash
On the anniversary of the fatal crash two years ago, Mothers Against Drunk Driving Canada unveiled a roadside memorial sign on York Road in honour of 34-year-old Ashley Marie Vaillancourt.
A hole lot of trouble: Crews repair sinkhole on Airport Road
The roadway is now open to traffic with a granular base at the repair site. The road will be repaved and fully restored by Thursday, said John Brunet, associate director of water operations and maintenance.
$60K for St. Davids school in new board budget, but some say it’s not enough
Some parents and a Niagara-on-the-Lake councillor say the funding earmarked in the local school board’s new budget for classroom renovations at St. Davids Public School won’t go far enough to address the school’s overcrowding problem.
‘There’s going to be a lot of interest’: Town reignites talks over former hospital site
The town is starting a new round of public engagement, beginning next week, to hear what the community wants to see happen next with the property at 176 Wellington St. Findings will be presented to council in December.
‘They embody the true spirit of community’: Family named NOTL’s standout neighbours
Mariah Reese runs a private Facebook group, Joyous NOTL, which aims to spread positivity and connection across the community. “There’s a lot of people that have made friends because of the group,” says Michelle Reynolds.
Red, white and not for sale: Patriotism on display at Legion celebration
Patriotism came with a message at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124’s Canada Day celebration, where “Canada is not for sale” shirts, a new fixture in this year’s national holiday, made a statement among the sea of red and white.
Hit the rapids, skip the towel: New jet boat offers more dry seats for NOTL visitors
The company has launched a second climate-controlled Freedom Jet vessel, five years after introducing the first, giving more guests a choice: Stay dry inside a glass-enclosed dome or get drenched up front in the open-air seats.
Native centre hopes for hundreds at Butler’s Barracks this fall
Both the annual powwow and the centre’s first-ever lacrosse tournament will take place on Saturday, Sept. 13 from noon to 5 p.m., free and open to the public.
NOTL gets private bus service for the season
FlixBus offers direct service to and from Toronto Union Station’s Bus Terminal, Rapidsview Park in Niagara Falls and 51 Queen’s Parade in NOTL, two trips per day, six days a week.
‘He feels seen’: Parents reflect as Royal Oak School marks 10 years
“Royal Oak has been truly transformative for our son,” said one parent whose child attends the school. “We’ve watched him grow in confidence, curiosity and kindness.”
NOTL could see its first scheduled bus by next year, local bus service by 2035
The regional route will be more reliable, since buses run on a set schedule, unlike Microtransit, which can’t always be depended on due to high demand, says the Niagara Transit Commission’s general manager.
Empty shelves spark action from animal rescue fundraising group
Tanya Rice is leading a porch-drop pet food drive over Canada Day weekend at 456 Line 2 Rd. to help restock supplies.
‘Very honoured’: Silversmith & White Oaks take home regional Niagara business awards
The Silversmith Brewing Co. and White Oaks Resort & Spa were both crowned winners at the 21st Niagara Business Achievement Awards this Wednesday. “To be recognized by the community that we’re surrounded by really meant a lot,” said Ashley Brown from White Oaks.
Healing through tradition at the native centre, ‘a cultural home’
Losing her father meant losing her strongest cultural connection. Now, during National Indigenous History Month, Halley Irwin is sharing how she found her way back.
Ginger Restaurant and Orchid Inn closes after decades in NOTL
After almost 30 years of serving locals and visitors in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ginger, the intimate Mary Street restaurant, shut its doors this weekend, along with Orchid Inn.
Willowbank meets Louisbourg: Students help restore national historic site in the Maritimes
Most college students hand in their work to a professor. Students from Willowbank in Niagara-on-the-Lake installed theirs at an 18th-century fortress in Nova Scotia last week.
‘Water is the future of our agriculture’: New funding to boost NOTL irrigation system
Three members of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s irrigation committee say new funding from a regional project is a major step forward in making water access more reliable for farmers — and expanding a system that’s vital to the town’s agricultural future.
Police now treating Glencairn Hall fire in NOTL as criminal arson
“The investigation is being treated as a criminal arson,” said a spokesperson for Niagara Regional Police. Right now, police say they aren’t sharing what information they have related to suspects or persons of interest in the investigation.
Whisking up support: Willow Cakes & Pastries rallies donations for Canada Day cake
The bakery has covered about 98 per cent of the cost of the parade cakes over the years, but with the business downsized and ingredient costs rising, the bakery is asking for support this year.
Queen’s Royal Beach declared safe for swimming after high E. coli alert
After the region marked Queen’s Royal Beach as unsafe for swimming due to high levels of E. coli on Wednesday, as of Friday, its website has declared the beach safe to swim in.
Town stands by tourism board as ‘wine country’ branding debate carries on
A new statement from Tourism NOTL states the town is firmly behind keeping the label alive, backing its use by both the tourism board and local businesses. “It’s not damage control whatsoever,” said the tourism board’s executive director, Kathy Weiss.
‘There’s something beautiful in that’: Native Centre’s legacy of creating belonging
The Native Centre’s director of programming Michael Buck grew up in its programs, started playing lacrosse there at just three years old and now helps lead the next generation, including coaching the sport himself.
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