Descendant of Josiah Henson to speak at NOTL Museum
In the museum’s final lecture of its annual series, Saladin Allah will discussthe importance of everyday people finding a sense of agency in their legacy as modern-day freedom seekers.
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Sports: Team of the Week: U13 Red Roof Retreat
The NOTL Soccer Club’s U13 Red Roof Retreat Rovers travel team is one of The Lake Report’s featured Teams of the Week. Surrounding coach J.P. Konik are, from left, Taylor Nickerson, Gracie Cherney,
Autumn in the Air: The hidden talents of Shaw’s ensemble
Autumn in the Air, a new annual tradition, will be an evening of classical music performed by actors, prop makers, wardrobe staff and others in the arts world who work at the Shaw Festival.
Celebrated swimmer Kylie Masse to host meet-and-greet at Pillitteri winery
The five-time Olympic medallist, who just won bronze swimming in the Paris Olympics, will be at Pillitteri Estates Winery on Saturday, Sept. 14.
Angel Inn to host patio dog show this weekend
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Olde Angel Inn will become a dog heaven on Sunday, Sept. 15 from 2 to 5 p.m. with the establishment’s first-ever dog show.
Paws on the Trail fetches funds for heritage trail expansion
Dozens of dog owners and their pups came out to Veterans Memorial Park on Sept. 7 for the NOTL heritage trail committee’s biggest fundraiser of the year.
European trips life-changing for Willowbank students
“This trip is a time in my life that I will truly cherish and remember forever. It was honestly the best month of my life,” says Claire Brinkworth, who attended Messors in Italy.
Sip by sip: Lemonade stand sweetens the pot for a cause close to home
The inspiration for eight-year-old Ishani Ayona Pal’s generosity comes from Spot, a dog her family adopted from the Niagara Dog Rescue Centre.
Art beyond the canvas: Festival transforms RiverBrink with installation art
Installation art transforms spaces into immersive experiences, allowing visitors to interact with and reflect on the work in relation to its surroundings.
A sweet return: Festival Market draws crowds with jams and more
Held every year on Labor Day weekend, this year’s market on Aug. 31 began under grey skies, but the promise of delicious treats and community spirit kept people coming.
Sports: McCartney is NOTL club’s latest Legend
Randy McCartney was crowned the winner of the annual Legends Cup at Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club last week.
Arts: Festival, artist talk and fundraiser coming up at RiverBrink Art Museum
The RiverBrink Art Museum has a calendar of events coming up as summer comes to an end and we welcome autumn.
Arts: Shaw Festival announces 2025 show lineup
Details of next year’s season of the Shaw Festival have been unveilled: theatregoers can expect a lavish production of a mythical classic, thrills, comedic beats — and one production whose story hits close to home.
Sports: Couples survive the stress of Matrimonial tourney
Smooth-swinging lefty Jim McMacken credited his wife Janice’s shotmaking for helping them to claim the Matrimonial trophy.
Intimate venue, big laughs: top Canadian comics to take stage at Exchange Brewery
The laughter at the Exchange Brewery is about to reach new heights as the summer wraps up in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Arts: Niagara Symphony Orchestra welcomes new executive director
Longtime composer and performer Adam Scime will be assuming the position of the symphony orchestra’s new executive director, starting Sept. 2.
50th annual Shaw vs. Stratford cricket match this Monday
The Shaw Festival will go head-to-head against the Stratford Festival on Monday in the 50th anniversary of the Shaw vs. Stratford cricket match.
Crowds flock to Fort George’s 25th annual War of 1812 field day
The sounds of fife and drum corps and infantry units echoed throughout the fields of the Fort George national historic site this past weekend.
Bounce back: Pickleball courts open with renewed community spirit
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s pickleball courts were back in action last weekend — and players were thrilled to return to their favourite outdoor sport after a lengthy closure.
Native Centre’s summer picnic celebrates with fun and togetherness
The grounds buzzed with excitement as families enjoyed a variety of attractions on Saturday: kids raced into the inflatable water slip ‘n slide, played with various toys and crafts and tried their hand at an inflatable archery range.
Shred-it fundraiser supports palliative care
Practical service with a personal touch, plus an opportunity to support a heartfelt cause? Not a bad deal for the folks at the annual Shred-it fundraiser this past Saturday.
Paws on the Trail fundraiser returns Sept. 7
If you want to enjoy a day of fun and adventure with your furry friend — as well as support the restoration of a historical part of Niagara-on-the-Lake for all to enjoy — the Paws on the Trail dog walk this fall is the place to be.
Sports: NOTL Soccer Team of the Week for Aug. 22
The U7 St. David’s Cold Storage team is one of The Lake Report’s featured Teams of the Week.
Poilievre editorial attracted attention from coast to coast
The Lake Report’s Aug. 15 editorial by editor-in-chief Richard Harley, “Poilievre is truly great — at pandering,” has garnered attention from coast to coast. It also struck some nerves.
Arts: Tickets on sale for Shaw Guild’s new Autumn Soiree
Tickets are on sale now for an exclusive fundraiser being hosted this fall for supporters of the annual Shaw Festival. The Shaw Guild‘s Autumn Soiree will be held on the evening of Friday,
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