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A mash made in heaven: New baked potato restaurant hits NOTL

Located at 207 Victoria St. in Old Town, the restaurant’s menu is built around loaded baked potatoes, with touches of Turkish flavour inspired by its owner's roots.

Bottom Line: Our border and the trade wars

"U.S. President Donald Trump, with his focus on trade and tariff negotiations, poses significant threats to our town's economy. Local businesses must adapt quickly to protect profits and jobs," writes Steve McGuinness.

Bottom Line: How first-time buyers can realize their home ownership dreams

"The average age of a first-time homeowner has increased from 36 to 40 over the last decade, but some basics never change," writes Steve McGuinness.

Countdown on to 15th annual international Chardonnay celebration 

More than 1,100 people are attending the i4C, the International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration, this year, which starts next Thursday, July 17 and runs for four days.

Artistry by the Lake welcomes locals and U.S. tourists to Canada Day Artstravaganza

This year's Artistry by the Lake market proved a huge success over the Canada Day weekend, attracting crowds of eager buyers from across Ontario and many American tourists.

Ironwood Cider House celebrates ‘rainbow registration’ certification this Pride Month

The cider house has joined more than 400 Canadian businesses that are "rainbow registered" — a certification signalling a location is a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community.

‘Very honoured’: Silversmith & White Oaks take home regional Niagara business awards

The Silversmith Brewing Co. and White Oaks Resort & Spa were both crowned winners at the 21st Niagara Business Achievement Awards this Wednesday. “To be recognized by the community that we're surrounded by really meant a lot,” said Ashley Brown from White Oaks.

Business: NOTL’s John Scott receives honorary degree from Niagara College

Niagara-on-the-Lake resident John Scott has received an honorary degree from Niagara College in recognition of his contributions to the school and to Canada’s corporate community.

Phil’s Independent gets cracking on cheese wheels in world record attempt

In 2014, Loblaws broke the world record for the most wheels cracked at the same time with 1,209 wheels. To defend its title, 1,800 wheels was the goal attempted last Saturday.

Ginger Restaurant and Orchid Inn closes after decades in NOTL

After almost 30 years of serving locals and visitors in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ginger, the intimate Mary Street restaurant, shut its doors this weekend, along with Orchid Inn.

Bottom Line: Home prices dip, but ownership still elusive for many

"Our residential real estate market continues to slump. Despite recent Bank of Canada interest rate drops, the days of cutthroat home bidding wars are well behind us," writes Steve McGuinness.

Meet three of NOTL’s top 40 under 40 young professionals

The annual Niagara 40 Under Forty Business Achievement Awards recognize young professionals who drive innovation, business success and community impact. We talked to three of the winners who are among those from Niagara-on-the-Lake being honoured. 

Same hugs, new hands: The Grist sells restaurant, owners retire

After four years of pouring their hearts into the business, Rob Begin and his wife, Danielle Begin, have decided to step away from the restaurant and brewery they built from the ground up. Their final day as owners is Sunday, June 8.

Four NOTL businesses up for Niagara chamber’s annual tourism award

The nominated businesses from NOTL include 124 on Queen Hotel and Spa, Niagara Geopark, Silversmith Brewing Co. and White Oaks Resort and Spa, four of the five nominees for the Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Award.

Village farmers’ market returns with a new zest for local shopping

The farmers' market opened for the season this past weekend, and some of its vendors who run Niagara-based businesses are noticing a trend of customers wanting to keep their dollars in the community.

Silks restaurant’s 30th anniversary bash raises $1.7K for Red Roof

Silks Country Kitchen turned its 30th anniversary into a party on Monday, serving up free food, drinks and prize draws — while rallying the community to raise more than $1,700 for Red Roof Retreat.

SPONSORED: From the Treadwell kitchen to your celebration

Since opening Treadwell, Stephen has been inducted as “Chef of the Year” and a fellow into the Ontario Hostelry Institute, as well as being named 2009 “Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year” by the Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year Awards.

Walker volunteers take out the trash from NOTL’s streets

More than 50 staff combed parks, trails and roadsides on May 13 for the company’s sixth-annual Day of Action on Litter, collecting the mass equivalent of 21 refrigerators of trash.

Thwaites farm stand launches season with asparagus and extended hours

The Thwaites family-run farm stand at 1984 Townline Rd. began its summer season this week, offering locally grown asparagus, peaches and other crops daily.

Niagara College secures three medals, two gold, at U.S. Open Spirits Championship

The distillery claimed two gold medals — one for its Absinthe in the Specialty Spirits category and another for its Spiced Old Fashioned in the Bottled Cocktails category.

Business: Shared work space offers a Haven for NOTL’s remote workers

The space serves as a professional hub, blending Old Town’s historic charm with its future potential, said its creators: "When you work remotely ... there comes a point where you need to get out and get productive."

New Mexican joint in Virgil hopes you’ll feel right at home

Twisted Bar opened in early November on Virgil's main strip — as of now, it's the only Mexican restaurant in NOTL.

SPONSORED: A new visionary experience: Spectacle Clinic expands to Niagara-on-the-Lake

Founded in 2019 by cousins Aryon and Cameron Nekoui, Spectacle Clinic has quickly become a trusted name in Niagara’s optical scene.

The Turner Report: Entrepreneur turned philanthropist, Goettler again eyes mayoralty

Entrepreneur and 2022 mayoral candidate Vaughn Goettler, writes Garth Turner, is "pragmatic, driven, a tad rumpled, safely retired but far from finished. He has fine real estate, toys and ambition."

The Turner Report: You can check out any time you like, but you can never leave?

"Have we priced ourselves out of the economic reality in which most Canadians live? Of course," writes Garth Turner in this week's edition of The Turner Report.

Business: Arrivederci, Venti: Virgil’s Starbucks shutting its doors in October

A company official confirmed on Aug. 2 that the last day of operations for the store at 1630 Niagara Stone Rd. will be Oct. 17.

The Turner Report: With prices high, homes are unaffordable for many

"Rates have now dropped twice, with two more chops likely in 2024. In NOTL the market, like the weather, has been uncomfortably sticky," writes Garth Turner

The Turner Report: Own something beautiful, it’s a smart investment

Some days you never forget. It was Monday. I was a columnist and business editor for one of the city’s big dailies (remember them?). Without...

Business: New CEO promises change while honouring the legacy of Chateau des Charmes

Last Friday, Paul-Andre Bosc handed off the ownership and operations of the winery to the new CEO, Marco Piccoli, and a group of young Canadian investors.

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