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Shaw review: A thoughtful ‘Heartbreak House’ that never fully catches fire

"'Heartbreak House' is a profound examination of generational change, of dreams and ambitions shattered by war, of industry and government overturning social programs in favour of exploitation," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Enjoy live music at Band in the Barn, returning July 31

The midsummer fundraiser will feature live music by Gumbo Stew, food from PigOut Niagara, beer and wine from Bella Terra Vineyards, Konzelmann Estate Winery and the Exchange Brewery, a live auction and dancing among the vines.

Gordon Lightfoot’s nephew brings his uncle’s songs to St. Mark’s

More than three years after Gordon Lightfoot's death, his music filled St. Mark's Anglican Church as a sold-out audience gathered to celebrate the Canadian icon through the voices and instruments of musicians who knew him.

Shaw review: Savour the vigorous comedy of ‘One for the Pot’

More than 40 years after the debut of this British farce on the Shaw Festival stage, "One for the Pot" returns with excellent performances that contain the elements needed to make this for-the-masses comedy a laugh riot, writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Shaw review: A celebration of golf’s past — and Broadway’s best

"Matters of etiquette, rules and styles of play inform. To Wodehouse, the only way to really find a true character is to play golf with him," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Niagara Parks explored in style

If you were walking through Old Town on a recent Friday evening, you might have noticed a string of shining Porsches making its way...

Niagara’s History Unveiled: Mansions of Queen Street III

This is the final instalment of a three-part series looking at some of the magnificent houses of NOTL’s historic Queen Street.

Niagara’s History Unveiled: Mansions of Queen Street II

This is the second instalment of a three-part series looking at some of the magnificent houses of NOTL’s historic Queen Street.

Shaw column: Man and Superman a superb experience

SUBMITTED BY KIMBERLEY RAMPERSAD, SPECIAL. Correction: The original version of this guest column referred to Kimberley Rampersad as the interim artistic director of the Shaw Festival. She is...

Niagara’s History Unveiled: The Mansions of Queen Street

This is the first instalment of a three-part series looking at some of the magnificent houses of NOTL’s historic Queen Street.

Fireworks dazzle in St. Davids

Literal hearts and smiling faces lit up the St. Davids sky Monday night, as a fireworks display at Ravine Vineyards Estate brought another event-packed Canada Day in Niagara-on-the-Lake to a close.

Niagara’s History Unveiled: The Queenston Post Office

In an unpublished research report, J.A. Doyle wrote the following

Spectacular sunset for Scottish festivities in ‘Chautauqua-by-the-Lake’

Ryerson Park was slowly painted plaid Saturday night, as the Piping Down the Sun celebration drew a crowd of about 150 people, many dressed in tartan kilts and Celtic dresses.

ArtSpace 106 gallery opens on Queen St.

  Clarification: An earlier version of this story said Ruth Aspinall is the owner of The Epicurean restaurant. She sold the restaurant to its new...

First Niagara Falls cannabis store opens tomorrow

The first cannabis store in Niagara Falls opens tomorrow. Vancouver-based cannabis brand Choom will unveil its retail concept and experience Saturday morning as one of 25...

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