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Royal George Theatre demolition begins after court dismisses legal challenge

The Royal George Theatre's 111-year-old history is coming to an end: teardown of the theatre on Queen Street began today following the dismissal of a legal challenge that put its demolition on hold for two months.

Arts review: Shaw’s ‘Funny Girl’ glitters in spots, fades in others

"It was Sara Farb's finale, a stationary no-holding-back solo, guaranteed to rouse emotions, that wrenched the audience to an eruption of applause. Impressive, but still not quite enough to fill the void," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Step into the world of surrealist art at RiverBrink’s garden party

A Surrealist Garden Party, being held from 6 to 8 p.m., will immerse visitors in an evening of whimsical décor, interactive art experiences and live performances inspired by the surrealist movement.

Enjoy plenty of laughs and support a good cause at Pink Pearl’s comedy night

Eat, Pink, Drink! Comedy returns Friday, May 15, featuring comedians Frank Spadone, Leonard Chan and Ali Hassan, for an evening of live entertainment in support of the national charitable organization.

59th annual Virgil Stampede returns this May long weekend

Niagara-on-the-Lake's vibrant summer season is just around the corner, and the community of Virgil is readying to welcome it in with the 59th-annual Virgil Stampede this upcoming May long weekend.

Concert kicks off countdown to summer games

Canadian music stars Tim Hicks, Loverboy, Poesy and Jeremie Albino will headline a concert Jan. 20 to kick off the countdown to the 2022 Canada Summer...

Horoscope: Saturday could bring some surprises

Expect a quarter moon in Aquarius and more from Uranus as a week of sweet surprises gets underway. Thursday, Nov. 11: At 7:45 this morning, the...

Shaw Guild donates $35,000 to festival

The Shaw Guild continues to be an ardent supporter of Shaw Festival and on Nov. 1 Allan Walker, president of the guild, presented Tim Jennings,...

Horoscope: Relationships sparkle and simmer starting Saturday

This week, we see the new moon in Scorpio and Mercury entering Scorpio. Thursday, Nov. 4: A walking contradiction it is to say "today we...

Horoscope: Patience and honesty might keep you sane

This week we see the third quarter moon in Leo and Mars move from balancing Libra into powerful Scorpio. Thursday, Oct. 28: Things get better...

Ravine hosts top Canadian talent for concert series

Ravine Vineyard in St. Davids is launching series of six monthly indoor concerts featuring some top Canadian musicians. The shows, to be staged in the winery's...

Looking to the Stars: Scorpio season brings renewal and transformation

This week we see the sun move from balancing, lawyer-like Libra into mysterious, transforming Scorpio. Thursday, Oct. 21: A stressful, challenging day with at least...

Horoscope: A chance to get it right and find our purpose

This week, we see both Jupiter and Mercury turn from retrograde to direct motion and we get a full moon in Aries as well. Thursday,...

Looking to the Stars: Time for a new, improved and healthier you

This week, Venus enters Sagittarius, Mercury and Mars connect in Libra and retrograde Saturn turns direct. Thursday, Oct. 7: Venus is hurtling through space and...

Horoscope: A lingering stalemate might not soon be resolved

This week is bookended by Jupiter with a financial gift on Thursday and a new moon in Libra on Wednesday. Thursday, Sept. 30: Drifting, aimless...

Horoscope: Mercury in retrograde a time for reflection

This week sees the end of the Venus/Uranus opposition, Mars in harmony with Saturn and Mercury turns retrograde. Thursday, Sept. 23: Since Sept. 17, Venus...

Looking to the Stars: New ideas can bring good fortune

Bill AuchterlonieSpecial to The Lake Report This week we see Venus in difficulty, a full moon on Monday and the start of Libra on Tuesday. Thursday,...

Horoscope: A day of tension for 9/11 anniversary

Bill Auchterlonie Special to The Lake Report This week Venus leaves her home sign of Libra for sexy Scorpio and Mars leaves Virgo for peaceful Libra, Thursday,...

Horoscope: A new moon brings some new beginnings

This week we have an amazing new moon in Virgo on Monday, Sept. 6 and much to do about Neptune in Pisces. Thursday, Sept. 2:...

Horoscope: Diplomatic days are on the horizon

This week, Mercury moves from its home sign of Virgo into peaceful Libra on Monday the 30th. That’s also the day of the third-quarter...

Music Niagara celebrates 100 years of tango

Get out your tango shoes. In celebration of the 100th anniversary of modern tango artist Astor Piazzolla, as well as traditional tango, Music Niagara is hosting...

Spencer Rice: TV’s ‘Spenny’ brings his schtick to Niagara

Spencer "Spenny" Rice may be known as the politically correct counter-ego to Kenny Hotz in the hit Canadian comedy "Kenny vs. Spenny," but that isn't the only...

Looking to the Stars: Full moon in Aquarius helps things make sense

This week we see Uranus turn retrograde, a full moon in Aquarius and the sun leaving Leo and entering Virgo. Thursday, Aug. 19: Today, Uranus...

Looking to the Stars: Is Friday the 13th really unlucky?

Bill AuchterlonieSpecial to Niagara Now/The Lake Report This week we see Venus leave Virgo and enter Libra. And Mercury is in the same place as...

Shaw staging plays indoors for first time since 2019

Finally, more than 18 months after it last hit the stage, the Shaw Festival is officially resuming indoor shows this Saturday when "Sherlock Holmes and...

Looking to the Stars: Sometimes stubborn can be good

This week we see Uranus square to the sun on Friday, Aug. 6, and a new moon in Leo on Sunday the 8th. Thursday, Aug....

Horoscopes: Good time to adopt a healthier lifestyle

This week the third quarter moon is in Taurus on Saturday. And more. Thursday, July 29: It’s a good day to take on a new...

Looking to the stars: Full moon means revelation, clarity

Bill AuchterlonieSpecial to The Lake Report This week we see the sun enter Leo, a full moon in Aquarius and more. Thursday, July 22: Happy birthday to...

Gardening: ‘Lasagna’ style layering reaps rich soil

This is the eighth in a 10-week gardening column series, organized by the Niagara-on-the-Lake Communities in Bloom committee. Joanne Young Special to The Lake Report No. Lasagna gardening...

New book about women’s contributions is a historical society landmark

John Sayers Special to The Lake Report As the publishing arm of the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum, the Niagara Historical Society has a record of more than a...

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