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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.

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,...

NOTL Girl Guide wins National Girl Greatness Award

Sam Fretz has a reason to be proud in 2018. She was the only Girl Guide in Canada to with the Girl Greatness Award in...

NOTL Farmers’ Market kicks off for season

The first Niagara-on-the-Lake Farmers’ Market of the season saw a steady crowd on Saturday, said vendors.The morning was filled with conversation, coffee and local...

David Green to host 2018 St. Catharines Arts Awards

Local artists will showcase the amazing talent in St. Catharines at this year’s Arts Awards ceremony, hosted by David Green. The 2018 St. Catharines Arts...

SupperMarket kicks off with record-breaking attendance

The first SupperMarket of the season saw record-breaking opening day numbers this Wednesday, in what event organizers called the "unofficial start to the summer." The crowd, mainly Niagara-on-the-Lake locals,...

Garden City Comedy Festival returns Thursday

The Garden City Comedy Festival is set to bring laughs downtown this Thursday to Saturday when the second-annual event returns to Showtime Comedy and the FirstOntario Performing Arts...

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