Head of Newark Neighbours food bank steps down
The manager of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s only food bank says she’s stepping down as the head of operations, with her replacement taking the helm effective immediately.
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PHOTO GALLERY: Wild snow storm buries Niagara-on-the-Lake — some still head out for winter fun
The people of Niagara-on-the-Lake will have their hands full at the start of this week as they dig out of a turbulent snow storm on Sunday that buried the Niagara region in up to 20 centimetres of snow.
Fatal two-vehicle crash near NOTL may have been caused by medical episode
One person is dead following a two-vehicle collision near Niagara-on-the-Lake that happened Wednesday morning, police say.
PHOTO GALLERY: Niagara-on-the-Lake’s big snow day
Southern Ontario was treated to a generous dumping of snow on Thursday, including Niagara-on-the-Lake — today, many are spending the day digging their way out of the major storm and preparing for a weekend of more snow.
$568K culvert replacement at Line 2 Road will continue until this spring
A portion of Line 2 Road in Niagara-on-the-Lake will be closed until this spring for construction work to replace a culvert at Townline Road. Crews will provide a detour route around the site for traffic.
Letter: Development control done for the right reasons
“The 2018-2022 NOTL council consistently strove to protect the natural and built heritage of Old Town, from our tree canopy and green spaces to our historic buildings and streetscapes,” writes Terry Davis.
Ringing in chilly new year in NOTL
A small but determined crowd braved the elements and upheld the tradition of welcoming the new year by gathering at Niagara-on-the-Lake’s clock tower cenotaph on Wednesday night. With snow falling most of the
UPDATE: Suspect gets bail in sexual assault case in Niagara-on-the-Lake
An official with the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Catharines told The Lake Report that the suspect, a man in his 30s from Niagara Falls, was granted bail and is due in court next on Jan. 26.
Niagara police seek suspects in sexual assault case in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Detectives are investigating this incident and looking for a white male, mid-30’s, approximately 5’11”, with a medium build, who was last seen wearing blue jeans, a black jacket, a blue toque and black boots.
PHOTOS: Chautauqua celebrates the holiday season
Santa Claus was busy Friday night ahead of his annual visit to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Parade on Saturday.
PHOTOS: Christmas Tractor Parade lights up downtown Virgil
There was Christmas cheer to spare in Virgil on Thursday night as dozens of illuminated trucks and tractors made their way through the streets in the fifth annual Christmas Tractor Parade.
PHOTOS: Candlelight Stroll raises NOTL’s spirits — and $14,500 for charity
It may have been a dark and cold night, but thanks to the hundreds of flickering candles, the warmth of the giving season burned bright in downtown Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Human remains found in Niagara-on-the-Lake identified as Toronto man
Police have confirmed the identity of the human remains found on the shores of Lake Ontario in Niagara-on-the-Lake in August as a man from Toronto who has been missing since 2022.
Sarah Kaufman steps down as the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum’s curator
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum is bidding farewell to the head of its organization, Sarah Kaufman, who served as the museum’s curator for more than 15 years. “We extend our heartfelt thanks to Sarah for her unwavering commitment, leadership, and devotion to sharing the history of Niagara-on-the-Lake,” says board chair Susan May Wery.
Candlelight Stroll, back on Dec. 5, supporting Pink Pearl Canada this year
The NOTL Chamber of Commerce is hosting the town’s annual Candlelight Stroll on Friday, Dec. 5 from 6:30 to 9 p.m., with proceeds this year going to Pink Pearl Canada, an organization supporting young women who’ve been diagnosed with cancer.
NOTL Kinsmen Club throws its support behind museum expansion with $25K dono
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Kinsmen Club is the latest in a group of institutions and government groups to lend its support to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum in its mission to double its space, with a $25,000 donation.
NOTL hires John Henricks, former town planner, as temporary replacement for soon-to-be vacant director role
With the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s current director of community and development services set to depart from her job in one week, the town is bringing in a temporary replacement as it looks to fill her spot.
Letter: ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’ casting wasn’t racist
“We all should practice “kind love against hatred” and doing one’s best. My late husband (racially mixed) did this,” writes Elizabeth Oliver-Malone.
Shaw Festival unveils show lineup and casting for 2026 season
The season includes “Funny Girl,” running April 24 to Oct. 3, with Sara Farb making her Shaw debut as Fanny Brice alongside Qasim Khan as Nick Arnstein. Eda Holmes directs.
Tickets on sale for ‘A Christmas Carol,’ the last play at the old Royal George Theatre
The Shaw Festival is performing its swan song for the theatre in the form of Charles Dickens’ timeless holiday classic.
NOTL man arrested after string of indecent acts and assaults in Niagara region
A Niagara-on-the-Lake man has been arrested in connection with a series of indecent acts and assaults reported in Grimsby, St. Catharines and Niagara-on-the-Lake over three days, police say.
Niagara District Airport details master plans to attract 600,000 fliers a year
The Niagara District Airport is looking to reach new heights and become a regional gateway for commercial air travel as part of a new 20-year master plan released this week.
Willowbank earns national award for heritage training collaboration
The award highlights the schools’ collaborative work in heritage conservation, including a summer project that saw Willowbank’s class of 2027 restore shutters at at an 18th-century fortress in Cape Breton.
Show us how you’re celebrating the Blue Jays in the World Series
Email photos from your watch party, your favourite NOTL pub, your living room — or anywhere else — and we’ll publish a selection of them.
Early bird tickets for Rotary Club’s Holiday House Tour on sale now
Early bird tickets are $49 until Nov. 8, when prices will go up to $54. As in previous years, there are limited tickets available and they typically sell out quickly.
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