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NOTL Votes 2026: The business of running a town: Mayoral rivals disagree on the job

At the final meetup of Niagara-on-the-Lake's mayoral candidates before the polls open on election day, Oct. 26, Erwin Wiens, Andrea Kaiser and Vaughn Goettler were divided on a variety of issues, including how a municipality is supposed to be run.

Niagara-on-the-Lake voters at last advance poll before Oct. 26 talk development, planning, patios

Early voting gave some Niagara-on-the-Lake residents peace of mind, while others saw it as an opportunity to make their voices heard ahead of election day.

NOTL Votes 2026: School board trustees talk student mental health and responsible spending

The Lake Report asked more nominees for trustees what their top three priorities are, why they decided to run and what they would like to change or fix at the school board level.

NOTL Votes 2026: ‘Will they betray your trust again?’ Parliament Oak accusation heats up candidate debate

The gloves came off on stage Thursday night when one Niagara-on-the-Lake council candidate accused two fellow candidates, both incumbents, of betraying residents over the Parliament Oak development.

Sports: NOTL phenoms reflect on a season of progress on links

At barely 14, NOTL's Kaige Zhu and Eli Perng already competed in tournaments far more intense and demanding than most recreational golfers will ever experience. But they're just getting started.

Wine Country: Perridiso: A bit of paradise in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Victoria Gilbert Special to The Lake Report In the south of Italy, a farmer and his donkey, laden with a barrel of wine on either side,...

History Unveiled: The roots of NOTL’s Legion

This is the first of two parts It was November 25, 1925, that the Royal Canadian Legion was founded by veterans of the First World...

Exploring photos with Jim Smith: Fred Curtis

Fred Curtis ran his barber shop on Queen Street for more than 50 years. When Fred started cutting hair in 1927 there were four barbers...

Stay Fit: Five stretches to reverse effect of sitting

Jaclyn Willms Special to The Lake Report Our culture invites you to take a seat ... and we are inviting you to stand! Prolonged sitting can be...

The Golden Plunger: Ferox Winery

Betty & Jane Plunger Patrol We’d had our eye on Ferox Winery. Familiar with Rancourt winery, we were curious to see what to expect. It did not...

Cooking with Collin: An earthy soup with a hint of sweetness

Collin Goodine Special to The Lake Report Truth be told, I am someone who really likes and would prefer warmer weather all year round. But as...

Exploring Photos: Magder’s Family Store

Magder’s Family Store was located on the west corner of Queen and Regent streets as seen in thIS picture. The 1960 Chevrolet Corvaire parked in front...

Stay Fit: Total body workout

Jaclyn Willms Special to The Lake Report Fight the winter blues with this at-home total body workout! With only 1 set of dumbbells you can burn...

Golden Plunger: Oban Inn

Tucked away from the busy historic town of NOTL we came upon the boutique hotel called the Oban Inn (Gaelic for “Little Bay”), with...

Arch-i-text: The saga of the Christmas candle

Christmas in the Town of Niagara during the late 18th and early 19th century was absent many of the practices we follow today. One attended...

Cooking with Collin: A rich, hearty Christmas soup

Squash and Coconut Soup   Collin Goodine Special to The Lake Report This holiday season try a creamy, velvety smooth Squash and Coconut Soup. It is a perfect remedy...

Exploring Photos: Sleeping in the attic

My dad built our house at 178 Regent St. and it had only two bedrooms. I slept with my older brother Terry in a double bed and...

The ultimate December workout: Mindset and goals

Jaclyn Willms Special to The Lake Report Enter 2020 with energy, vitality and wellness. The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can sometimes feel overwhelming so...

Exploring Photos: McFarland House

The War of 1812 brought complete destruction to our town. Two members of the McFarland family, James and John, were very active in that conflict....

Stay Fit: Core exercises for all levels

Jaclyn Willms Special to The Lake Report Want to learn how tostrengthen your core with no equipment at all? In fact, the best core exercises are done...

Wallbangers back on ice for season

Yes, sports fans, the irrepressible Wallbangers are well into their 35th season of early Sunday morning hockey. The teams started playing in 1984 and Commissioner Bill...

Cooking with Collin: Apple Butter great any time

Collin GoodineSpecial to Niagara Now/The Lake Report Apples are one fruit that certainly meets the demands of festive food lovers. During the holidays, it’s easy...

A visit to Grandmas at Christmas time

Paul Masson Writers’ Circle “We are visiting Grandma tomorrow, Karen, so I want you to do a little preparation to avoid the mishaps that occurred last...

Arch-i-text: The classic Ranch Bungalow

Brian Marshall Featured Patio entertaining around a barbecue was something that came into popularity in the mid-20th century. For the first time in middle-class North America, it...

Exploring photos: Regent and Prideaux streets

This 1940s painting shows the corner of Regent and Prideaux streets. As seen in the picture, Regent Street continues past Front and up the hill at...

Wine Country: Big pride for Big Head

Victoria Gilbert Special to The Lake Report The sun rises early above the rolling green hillsides of western Poland where a young Andrzej Lipinski would quietly...

Stay Fit NOTL: A winter wonderland workout

Jacyln Willms Special to The Lake Report We love Canada’s four seasons and one reason is for the different activities each season brings.  Finding ways to keep moving on the...

History Unveiled: Queenston stories resonate with readers

Linda Fritz Exclusive/The Lake Report I have been writing this column for several months now and although I spend a lot of time researching my stories,...

History Unveiled: The house in the crate

It was just a small one-and-a-half storey home, built by David Secord in 1803, then destroyed during the War of 1812 when American forces burned...

Festive Tales: Hanukkahs story of courage and determination

Hermine Steinberg Writers’ Circle It was a cold and dark winter’s evening in December but my home was filled with the delicious aroma of potato pancakes...

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