Niagara man wanted after hitting police officer with car
Police are seeking a suspect after a Niagara Falls officer was struck by a vehicle Wednesday afternoon. The officer was struck by a 2007 black Pontiac Vibe at around 2 p.m., and did
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Resurfacing NOTL’s local arenas
The town of NOTL is looking for businesses to help sponsor a new Olympia ice resurfacer for the arenas in Virgil. The machine will be rotated between the Meridian Credit Union and Centennial arenas
Parking meters may be installed in Old Town
The town of NOTL previously planned for road reconstruction and paid meters to be installed along Byron Street. Those plans were deferred to the 2019 budget. According to page 51 of the capital
Niagara Falls youth charged with pointing firearm, uttering threats
Two youth from Niagara Falls were arrested for weapons related offences on Jan. 1. Police were called at 1:20 p.m. after a 911 call complaining about a man pointing a firearm and arguing.
Queen’s Landing working on new outdoor wedding venue
The Queen’s Landing hotel is creating an outdoor venue beside its current property. It purchased the two lots beside the hotel two years ago, according to Lily Kszan, general manager of the hotel.
Walk Off the Earth New Year’s performance cancelled
The iconic Burlington-based band Walk Off the Earth lost one of its members on Sunday. Mike “Beard Guy” Taylor died “peacefully in from natural causes last night in his sleep,” wrote the band in a
Government freezes highway tourism sign rates
Tourism businesses in NOTL are expected to see a positive financial outcome from Tourism-Oriented Directional Signing, according to Ontario's Government for the People. Government for the People worked out a deal with TODS
Changes to NOTL committees
Niagara-on-the-Lake has shaken up the committees and boards from 2018 until 2022. The newly formed committee have completely axed many of the old committees, either creating entirely new ones, or replacing them. The
5 things to do on New Years Eve in Niagara
Listen to live music and fireworks at the falls Enjoy tunes from The Sheepdogs, Burton Cummings, Walk Off the Earth and Avenue Inn at Queen Victoria Park. Followed by the annual firework show
Photo gallery: Tim Hortons free skate
Today was the frist day of the Tim Hortons free skate, which runs from Dec. 27 to 31 at 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Meridian Credit Union Arena.
NOTL Hydro food drive supports local charities
Niagara-on-the-Lake Hydro and the community came together during the holiday season, in an effort to make the holidays brighter for a number of local families. As part of its eighth-annual food drive, NOTL Hydro collected
Newark Neighbours gives the gift of Christmas
On Wednesday, 33 families in need will have a full, fruitful Christmas thanks to Newark Neighbours and the community. Individuals and families will receive gifts, a full Christmas dinner and two weeks’ worth of
One month left to submit nominations for the St. Catharines Arts Awards
The St. Catharines Arts Awards return in 2019. The competition is designed to increase the visibility of local artists and cultural industries, honour cultural leaders and their achievements, help support the arts sector,
Niagara police officer facing multiple allegations of misconduct resigns
A Niagara police officer who is facing numerous allegations of misconduct resigned from the Niagara Regional Police Service Dec. 1. The former officer, Mark Taks, was criminally charged in relation to four separate incidents during the
Christmas pop-up market hits Outlet Collection in NOTL
Outlet Collection and Niagara Etsy Artisans have teamed up to present Holiday Collection Pop-Up Market, an artisan shopping experience at the Outlet Collection in Niagara. Taking place from Dec. 14 to 16 and
Town of NOTL authorized to hire additional lawyer regarding Randwood proceedings
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has been authorized to hire an additional lawyer to represent its interests in proceedings pertaining to the Randwood Estate. The Town released the following notice on its site Dec. 13.
GoTrain coming to Niagara Falls and St. Catharines
According to Ontario's Ministry of Transportation, a new morning GoTrain service from Niagara Falls to Toronto will start four years ahead of schedule, and will stop in St. Catharines along the way. Minister of Transportation
Chautauqua carol stroll brings joy to neighbourhood
Once a year, the sounds of Christmas carols fill the air for an evening in the small Niagara-on-the-Lake community of Chautauqua. It’s like something out of a classic story book, as local residents
Photo gallery: NOTL Christmas Parade 2018
Though the morning looked grey, the sun was shining on the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake as the 54th annual Christmas Parade marched through Old Town this Saturday, drawing thousands of locals and visitors to see the more than 100 entries, including many floats, animals, clowns and a number of local dignitaries and celebrities.
Photo gallery: Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Parade 2018 audience photos
If you attended the Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Parade on Saturday, you might just find yourself in this photo gallery.
Chautauqua carol stroll and food drive returns Friday
In the spirit of the holiday season, the Chautauqua Residents Association will once again host an evening of Christmas carol singing around the neighbourhood. The stroll, a tradition in Chautauqua, sees local residents of NOTL
NOTL Christmas Parade to honour local Rotary Club
This Saturday Niagara-on-the-Lake will host its 54th annual Christmas Parade, set to celebrate the holiday season. The event typically draws thousands of locals and visitors. “With the popularity of our parade and a
Fort George ice rink opening delayed
“The rink is open,” announced Scott Finlay, corporate programming coordinator at Parks Canada, during the opening ceremonies of the Candlelight Stroll in Niagara-on-the-Lake on Friday night. He was referring to the festively-decorated public
Lights shine for mental health at NOTL Candlelight Stroll
The Candlelight Stroll in Niagara-on-the-Lake typically attracts thousands of people to stroll a decorated Queen Street and listen to carollers and choirs sing Christmas songs.
Niagara College offering quick seasonally-themed courses during the holidays
Niagara residents have a chance to up their entertaining game this holiday season, thanks to a roster of holiday-themed workshops offered by the Canadian Food and Wine Institute at Niagara College. Together with
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