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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.

Lake Report implements cutting-edge augmented reality app

Like something out of Rowling’s World of Wizardry, moving images in newspapers have become a reality — only this time it’s thanks to the...

Peach Pickers’ Picnic returns to NOTL August 12

For the 12th year in a row, Jane Andres is planning a big thank-you to Niagara-on-the-Lake's migrant farm workers by coordinating the annual Peach Pickers' Picnic. The...

Shaw Review: What to make of The Baroness and the Pig?

MIKE KEENAN   What to make of the Shaw Festival’s The Baroness and the Pig? My guess is that it will either infuriate you or cause you...

VBA to ramp up security for stampede

The Virgil Stampede has always had its ups and downs with regards to how some people choose to conduct themselves. This year was no different,...

Exploring family history through art

Old family photos were given new life during a special Brock workshop held last week. Fifteen young artists from St. Catharines spent the week working...

John Tavares bolts to blue team, Mark Turasz stays with Wallbangers red

By: Ross Robinson (#9, Blue) Special to Niagara Now   Observing the John Tavares Road Show was more stressful than trying to get a date for the...

Jean St Onge

At any given moment during every performance at the Shaw Festival there are dozens of people you can’t see working, so the ones you...

NOTL artist Marilyn Cochrane to showcase work at Pumphouse through July

SUBMITTED BY NIAGARA PUMPHOUSE It’s no coincidence that Marilyn Cochrane’s paintings shimmer with light and energy. The Niagara-on-the-Lake artist creates her complex paintings by layering transparent...

Music Niagara opens for 20th season in July

Music Niagara will open for its 20th season this July, with more musical programming ever. All in all there will be 39 performances spread over...

Two St. Catharines residents among first 147 ‘space politicians’

Two St. Catharines locals will be helping shape the future of space law, as members of the elected international Members of Parliament for the "space kingdom"...

Local entrepreneur could have next Trivial Pursuit

SPONSORED Sitting down with Al Huberts, you quickly realize he could entertain you for hours with stories of things he’s invented, books he’s written and...

Drum Down the Sun returns for Summer Solstice

Around the world, societies throughout the ages have celebrated the Summer Solstice in different ways. In Niagara, it’s now become a tradition for many residents...

Niagara ball hockey player heads to Moscow with Team Canada

For as long as Marissa "Mullsy" McMullan can remember, she always wanted to play professional hockey. From the time she was two years-old in her...

NOTL Cats to hold silent auction

NOTL Cats Rescue will hold a silent auction fundraiser this Saturday and Sunday at Pet Valu in Virgil. The event will also double as a birthday...

SHAW REVIEW: Magician’s Nephew a great start to 2018 season

By Mike Keenan The Magician's Nephew, a world premiere, opened the 2018 Shaw Festival season. I watched it totally enthralled along with 400 elementary students,...

NOTL history museum calling ‘kid curators’

The Niagara Historical Society and Museum is once again holding its Kid Curator summer camp from July 16 to 20 and August 13 to...

Niagara Region photo of the week

Title: Two Foxes Description: Two fox cubs out and about enjoying the weather. Photographer: Pete Dove, Fonthill

SHAW REVIEW: Stage Kiss You must remember this, a kiss is just a kiss …

By Mike Keenan Marilyn Monroe once said, “Hollywood is a place where they'll pay you a thousand dollars for a kiss and 50 cents for your...

Falls to hold Bee City designation ceremony

The City of Niagara Falls will officially be designated a Bee City on Friday, June 15, during a ceremony at Fairview Cemetery, where more than 10,000 pollinator...

Willowbank opens for tours after $1.2M upgrade

After two years of performing requisite upgrades on the 184-year-old estate house, Willowbank is opening on Saturday, June 2 for campus tours. The renovations cost...

Summer festival a chance to give back to migrant workers

The Niagara Migrant Workers Interest Group will host its 10th annual Summer Festival on Sunday at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre. The free event features music, food,...

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