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Arts review: ‘Sleuth’ uncovers the dark side of male competition

"As the ring-master of inventions and deceptions, Wyke is supremely confident that in the real world of crime, who could possibly outthink him?" writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

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.

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...

Writer’s Circle: Christmas with Uncle Willy

CHRISTMAS WITH UNCLE WILLY By: Drake Spentington (a.k.a. Bill Hamilton)   Here it was, Christmas Eve, down on the farm, Uncle Willy was at it spinning a yarn. At...

Writer’s Circle: Precious Gifts

By Hermine Steinberg Precious Gifts (Based on a true story) The first snowfall of the season had finally arrived and marked the unofficial beginning to winter festivities....

Niagara’s History Unveiled: The Early Years

Tucked under the Niagara escarpment and mostly overlooked by many, is a small village known as St. Davids.  Founded in 1780, when United Empire...

Chatting Robin Hood with Yellow Door Theatre Projects Andorlie Hillstrom

Yellow Door Theatre Project is inviting local residents to take time out this holiday season to see its Canadian musical Robin Hood, which runs...

Danny Lamb creates scholarship and donates guitar

Danny Lamb lives to give. The Niagara-on-the-Lake native has used his career as a musician to serve in any number of ways. This year he...

The Dogcatcher: Ken Reid

In a small town like Niagara-on-the-Lake, there are certain jobs that bring with them a kind of fame. The “dogcatcher” is one of them. “I...

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...

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.

Wrap your gifts with The Lake Report

Help save trees this season by using The Lake Report newspaper to wrap your holiday gifts. It's a great way to protect the environment. From the beginning, The...

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.

Hillstrom: YDTP production of Robin Hood a little on the edge

A local production of Robin Hood will tell a slightly different tale of Sherwood Forest this winter, with a plot that might hit close...

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,...

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...

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.

Writer’s Cirlce: A fall of power

SUBMITTED BY BILL HAMILTON. It was Thursday, June 7th, 1956, and like any boy at the age of eight I was playing, carefree with my...

Local pizza maker earns Naples seal

Just off Queen Street in Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake, two locals are preserving a little slice of Italian heritage. Husband and wife Laryssa and Maurizio Cesta,...

Niagara’s History Unveiled: Ghost stories of NOTL

It was a dark and stormy night ... the windows rattled ... a door slammed from the other side of the house ... a...

An occasional glimpse into the life of the artistic director of the Shaw Festival

“So, things are quietening down for you now, I guess?” This is the time of year when I hear that line about ten times a...

Love. Beware. Always.

If you’re looking for some drama and mystery to balance the onslaught of seasonal cheer, perhaps a wintry ghost tale is just the cup...

NOTL artisans offer local gift options

“Shopping local” can get hyper-local if you look for artisans who make and sell their creations within your community. Taylor Wright started her knitwear company...

Company from Atlantic Canada buys Niagara Falls bus tour company

Double Deck Tours in Niagara Falls has been purchased by an Atlantic Canada company. Ambassatours, a sightseeing tour company from Eastern Canada announced the acquisition...

Chatting life, death and music with Jesse Lamothe

Jesse Lamothe freely admits he wasn’t the nicest kid in high school. But when the Niagara-on-the-Lake-raised musician returned from living in England for two...

Icewine harvest earliest ever for NC students

Around Niagara, wine makers and grape growers were out in the fields Thursday morning for an early harvest of icewine grapes. The harvest being so...

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...

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