Pets can pose with Santa at St. Davids Vet Clinic
The stockings are being hung, the lights are aglow, carols will fill the air – and Santa is making his way to the St. Davids Vet Clinic. This Saturday, Nov. 25 from 10
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‘It is pure magic:’ Santa Claus flies again for palliative care
For more than a dozen years, blessed with a white beard and a robust torso, I have donned my red suit each December to wander Niagara, visiting homes and businesses — gatherings of
Arts: NOTL photographer’s work exhibited at Ironwood
The work of Niagara-on-the-Lake photographer Janice White is being exhibited in the upstairs gallery of Ironwood Cider House on Lakeshore Road until Dec. 6. The show features her latest work, images of the
Arts: ‘Brigadoon’ and ‘A Christmas Carol’ return to Shaw for holiday season
Two timeless holiday season tales that aim to bring comfort and joy to all are returning to the stage at the Shaw Festival. Christmas spirits of the Dickensian variety are again inhabiting the
NOTL entrepreneurs among finalists for Women in Business Awards
Several Niagara-on-the-Lake entrepreneurs and leaders in the world of entertainment, culture and tourism are among the more than 200 finalists in this year’s regional Women in Business Awards. The Greater Niagara Chamber of
They’re doing the Monster Bash
The Lake Report’s award winning photographer Dave Van De Laar was on the scene for Willowbank School of Restoration Arts’ Monster Bash Halloween Party.
NOTL man faces charges in two attempted armed robberies
A Niagara-on-the-Lake man has been charged in connection with an attempted armed robbery at a St. Catharines car rental business and an attempted holdup at a Wainfleet convenience store. Christian Adam Edmunds, 28,
Arts: Pumphouse exhibit showcases the ‘Power of Water’
The untamed wilderness of Ontario, where waterfalls, winding rivers and vast lakes flow in all their might, will be brought to life at a new exhibition this November at the Niagara Pumphouse Arts
Community group plans independent survey on NOTL housing needs
A group of concerned residents is joining forces with Niagara College students to assess the housing challenges faced by seniors in Niagara-on-the-Lake and explore a range of possible solutions. A comprehensive survey will
NOTL gets spooky for Halloween
Across Niagara-on-the-Lake, people and businesses are starting to get into the Halloween spirit. The Lake Report photographer Dave Van De Laar caught some of the town’s spooky decorations on camera a few days
Legion to host Remembrance Day ceremony Nov. 11
The Royal Canadian Legion branch 124 will once again host a ceremony on Nov. 11 in honour of Remembrance Day, on behalf of veteran soldiers and the families of those whose lives were
Niagara College gets $50K injection to help with food innovation
If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing one your home recipes hit the shelves of your local supermarket, an opportunity to hit the ground running and take your work to market is opening up
Author, explorer Adam Shoalts brings his latest journey to Niagara-on-the-Lake
Adventurer and writer Adam Shoalts’ latest feature of exploration took him 3,400 kilometres north from Lake Erie to the Arctic shores of Ungava Bay. Now, curious readers can learn about his expedition in
Poppy Project returns to Old Town starting Nov. 1
A project that begin three years ago to honour soldiers who have fought on behalf of Canada around the world has now grown to amass over 6,000 poppies in a handmade collection of
Celebrate spooky season at youth group’s Halloween event
With Halloween less than two weeks away, the time for tricks and treats is drawing near. Over at the NOTL Youth Collective, the team will be hosting its first major session of the
Driver charged with impaired after migrant worker hit while cycling
A St. Catharines woman has been charged with impaired driving causing bodily harm after a migrant worker was hit by an SUV while cycling at Lakeshore and Townline roads in Niagara-on-the-Lake on Sunday
Sports: Two NOTL teams compete in Sixes lacrosse tourney
Two Niagara-on-the-Lake minor lacrosse teams travelled to Brampton on Thanksgiving weekend to participate in a new form of the game, called Sixes. The U9 and U11 Niagara Thunderhawks competed in the first Ontario
NOTL opens its doors as Doors Open returns Oct. 21
Barbara Worthy Special to Niagara Now/The Lake Report The welcome mat is being laid down once again at many Niagara heritage sites and businesses when Ontario’s province-wide Doors Open initiative returns on Saturday,
Arts: ‘My Fair Lady’ highlights Shaw playbill for 2024
The Shaw Festival has revealed its lineup for the 2024 season, and topping its bill of works is the return of the timeless musical “My Fair Lady,” alongside plays inspired by the stories
Annual Sisters in Spirit vigil keeps memories of missing women alive
Traditional Mohawk teacher Jackie Labonte, left, and Indigenous community connections facilitator Marie Bowering unveil the frame of what will be a teardrop-shaped cairn to be a place of healing at Willowbank. The unveiling
Queenston Heights hosts party for Brock’s birthday
The team at Brock’s Monument is inviting everyone to join them on Oct. 6 to celebrate the life of the hero of Upper Canada: Major-General Sir Isaac Brock, born 254 years ago. “This
Police investigating after body found in backyard on Anne Street
Niagara Regional Police are seeking information from the public after a body was discovered in a backyard on Anne Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake on Sunday evening. Officers were sent out to assist with an
PHOTO GALLERY: NOTL Wolves work on developing skills
The Lake Report’s photographer Dave Van de Laar captured these images during NOTL Minor Hockey Association practices on Saturday as teams prepare for the season ahead.
Sports: Grape and Wine tourney crowns champs
Paula Lepp and Darlene Romanowsky teamed up to win the sixth annual Grape and Wine Tennis Tournament at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Tennis Club on Saturday, Sept. 23. They defeated Ann Davies and Claire Bryan
PHOTO GALLERY: Hometown Hockey’s back as NOTL teams get ready for a new season
NOTL Minor Hockey Association teams returned to the ice in full force last weekend, with practices, some rep tryouts and a few exhibition games. The Lake Report’s Dave Van de Laar was on
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