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Ask the expert: Is this weed dangerous?

Lake Report reader Cynthia Rand wrote our master gardener Joanne Young with a question about a weed she found in her yard and she sent along a photo of it: Cynthia's  question: “A

NOTL Museum welcomes back researchers

On a hunt for some history? Good news — the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum's research room is open again every Tuesday by appointment. As of April 12, “all sleuths, detectives, genealogists and the general curious public are once

Nursery school wants help naming furry friend

The Niagara Nursery School has a new furry “friend” and is asking for help in coming up with a name for it. If you are visiting the Bunny Trail and Kinsman egg hunt on the Easter weekend, watch for the

Spooky! Fort George ghost tours return Sunday

Besides being one of the prettiest towns in Canada, Niagara-on-the-Lake is often referred to as the most haunted. The most prevalent tales of paranormal activity surround the Fort George national historic site. There have

Pillitteri hosts new Music Niagara variety series

Music Niagara is launching the first episode in a new contemporary variety show series this week. The Not-So-Late Show will be anchored by comedian/host Joe Pillitteri and the house band Quartetto Gelato, led by acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Colin Maier. The

Lt.-Col. John Butler, our Canadian hero

THIS is 2200 words — wayyyyyy too long!     Shirley Stark John Butler is a hero that every Canadian should know about because without him there would be no Canada. He had three

NEW GREEN TIPS – do not delete

MARCH 12, 2020 – REDUCE! RE-USE! RECYCLE! Tip #1 LAKE REPORT’S – GO GREEN TIP OF THE WEEK!! When shopping anywhere, consider using re-usable bags instead of plastic. Great Britain’s Royal Statistical Society

A March Break Tea Party to go

Calling all kids and those young at heart.  The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum and the Friends of Fort George has put together a March Break Tea Party for next week. Participants can enjoy afternoon tea with family and

Huge origami display honours essential workers

Essential workers have been exposed to the dangers of COVID-19 throughout the pandemic – all to ensure the community’s health and safety. They put their own well-being on the line so that critical services

NOTL Chamber of Commerce hires new president

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Chamber of Commerce has a new president. The chamber announced the appointment of Minerva Ward as its new president Thursday. She is scheduled to start March 7. “Minerva brings 18 years

NOTL Library expands opening hours

With Ontario easing COVID restrictions, the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library will resume Saturday hours on March 5, opening from 11 a.m. to  3 p.m. The library will be open Mondays starting March 21, operating from 9 a.m.

Museum lecture explores world of apothecaries

Barbara WorthySpecial to The Lake Report The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum’s virtual lecture series continues March 2 with a dive into the history of the medicinal world, through the lens of apothecaries and pharmacies, presented by

Town to open for in-person services Tuesday

In-person council meetings expected to resume in March The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is opening up its municipal offices for in-person services again on Tuesday, Feb. 22. In an statement released Friday, the town said

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