A hotel next door. A tax bill that makes you question what you’re getting. Parked cars that block your view of the road. For residents who shared their thoughts with The Lake Report, the municipal election comes down to decisions they can feel close to home.
In its Oct. 13, 2022 election edition, The Lake Report outlined the top issues facing voters, including regional taxes, overdevelopment, tourism management and transparency. Four years later, many of those same concerns remain part of the conversation.
Looking at the participation of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s eligible voters during the last four election cycles, turnout has tended to oscillate between either slightly less than or slightly more than half of the eligible population of electors casting their ballots.
Most people know this lifelong Niagara-on-the-Lake resident as Karen Taylor-Jones. But as a candidate for town council in the upcoming election, she is listed and will appear on the ballot as Karen Jones-Taylor.
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents' Association spent weeks putting election candidates in the hot seat. But when it comes to telling voters who deserves a seat at the table, the group is staying out of it.
Jo-Ann Fraser
Special to The Lake Report
Spring has sprung and the town’s green thumbs are eagerly anticipating the 17th annual Niagara-on-the-Lake Horticultural Society’s plant sale.
It...
For 39 years, Joel Murray was a husband, father of two and hockey coach in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Today, Murray's life is commemorated with a monument outside...
Neighbour says home had history of bylaw violations. Other licensed properties don't appear to meet some bylaw rules
The town has issued a short-term rental...
Niagara-on-the-Lake is gearing up for the coronation of King Charles III.
Both the Scottish Loft and the Prince of Wales hotel are among those celebrating...
It’s been three months since 57 parking meters in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s heritage district stopped accepting any form of credit card payment.
And many people are fed...
Large crowd takes in documentary at Central Community Church
The parking lot of Central Community Church was overflowing with vehicles sporting Canadian flags and anti-Trudeau...
Simpson's Pharmacy, a venerable Niagara-on-the-Lake health care institution for more than 45 years, has been purchased by SRx Health Solutions Inc., a major Canadian health...
Throughout the month of May, NOTLers will be able to take a walk through history with the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum.
Starting May 5, the museum’s Neighbourhood...
Police have closed an investigation into a $10,000 cash exchange between developer Benny Marotta and Coun. Gary Burroughs and have found no grounds to...
It’s been 15 years since farmworker Jeleel Stewart was injured on the job in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Today, friends and family say he’s just a shell of...
Town council wants to see a commemoration plan for the old Parliament Oak school before it considers granting a demolition permit to the developer.
Council...
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has reinstated its ban on A-fame signs on Queen Street.
In a news release, the town notified heritage district business owners...
A new horse-drawn carriage service could be riding onto the scene.
Niagara-on-the-Lake currently permits five carriages to operate and industry veteran Ronda Cave hopes to...
Program is limited to just 15 participants
Terry Mactaggart
Special to The Lake Report
Do you have collectibles, handicrafts, art, or othexr treasures that you have always...
Drivers speak out about working conditions, claim anti-union tactics by U.S. contractor. Employer disputes union's allegations and says workers are independent contractors
Drivers who work...
The Queenston Women's Chorus is celebrating 20 years together as a singing group at its annual spring choral concert this Saturday evening, April 29.
Conductor...
Register now because program is limited to just 15 participants
Terry Mactaggart
Special to The Lake Report
Do you have collectibles, handicrafts, art, or other treasures that...
