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Joyous NOTL picnic returns Saturday

Niagara-on-the-Lake residents are invited to bring a dish and pull up a seat as the Joyous NOTL summer picnic returns for its fifth year Saturday. The community potluck will run...

NOTL parts ways with longtime town treasurer

Council appointed Nick Alaimo as treasurer Tuesday, replacing Kyle Freeborn, who departed after more than 14 years with the municipality. Alaimo's appointment takes effect immediately.

$9.7M moves Niagara airport expansion closer to takeoff

Commercial flights to and from Niagara-on-the-Lake are one step closer to reality, after the Niagara District Airport secured $9.7 million from the province for the project.

World Cup watch party brings NOTL communities together

World Cup mania reached a fever pitch on Sunday afternoon as soccer fans came out to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre to witness the final match of this year's FIFA World Cup.

NOTL had roughly $2.35M in unspent project funds last year

The money will either return to its original funding source or help pay for related work, including protective equipment for firefighters, guide rail improvements, crack sealing and more.

Fire victim Ryan Konkin was recently engaged, loved fishing

"I’ll love you for forever and a day." That’s what Natalia Sepúlveda-Lastra’s late fiancé Ryan Konkin told her just days before he died of severe...

Relieved growers finish icewine harvest amid unseasonably mild winter

Make hay while the sun shines, or in this case, pick grapes while the temperature plunges. Grape growers in Niagara have had only two short...

The Monuments Men: Part 31: Adelburt Samuel Green died while repairing trenches

It’s been a century since Niagara-on-the-Lake’s iconic clock tower cenotaph was erected. Then, in 1926, the Township of Niagara unveiled its own memorial in Queenston. In...

Bus driver has front row seat to massive chemical explosion

Swimming with sharks was a little less scary than this.  Back when she worked as a marine biologist, Sher Donovan used to swim with sharks...

NOTL to host international pickle ball tourney in June

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Pickleball Club will play host to a major international tournament in June that’s expected to attract players from across the country and...

Fireside Fridays commemorate 210th anniversary of Battle of Fort George

Parks Canada and the Friends of Fort George are commemorating the 210th anniversary of the Battle of Fort George this year, and are kicking...

Newark Neighbours food bank visits more than double

The demand for food banks continues to rise and there is no sign of it slowing. Use of food banks has been increasing for the...

NOTL wins three major design awards

Museum, Spirit in Niagara Distillery, Gardens at Pillar & Post all honoured   Niagara-on-the-Lake is known for its historic architecture and beautiful details, so it comes...

‘Kind-hearted’ boy wants food bank donations, not birthday gifts

This year, toys are at the bottom of Avery London's birthday wish list. When Avery’s mom, Krista London, asked her son what he wanted for...

Bands battle it out for spot at Irish Harp

The battle of the bands at The Irish Harp Pub has officially begun. On Monday night, solo artist Ray Maurice and modern rock band Admiral...

NOTL palliative care launches pet loss program

Those who have lost a furry friend know that the grieving process for a pet is difficult, which is why Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Palliative Care...

The ‘sky was full of fire’ – residents shaken awake by explosions at chemical plant

Residents across Niagara-on-the-Lake and St. Catharines woke up to what looked like an early sunrise for some.  Explosions from a chemical leak at Ssonix Products 2010...

Update #7: Worker dies of severe burns suffered in chemical plant fire; investigators urge public to stay away from the scene

Update #7, Friday, 5 p.m. A male employee badly burned in Thursday's explosion and fire at a Port Weller chemical plant has died of his...

NOTL Youth Collective gears up for winter program launch

After months of preparation, the NOTL Youth Collective is ready to launch an eight-week winter program.  Starting on Monday, Jan. 16, the collective will begin...

No tourism committee yet, but town starts work on tourist plan

It’s ready-set-go for Niagara-on-the-Lake’s new tourism strategy. After being delayed by the previous council, which wanted to focus instead on the town’s official plan, the...

Town hires KPMG to conduct annual audit

The town’s 2022 finances are going to be audited later this year by a private consultant.  Carlos Alvarez, an auditor with the KPMG, presented the...

Please don’t feed the coyotes: Experts warn that food, trash left outdoors can attract the predators

Experts warn that food, trash left outdoors can attract the animals   Coyote sightings are on the rise in Niagara-on-the-Lake and, once again, experts are advising...

Ruffino’s pizza project supports youth program

Eating pizza and helping the community go hand-in-hand for the folks at Ruffino’s Pasta Bar & Grill. On Monday, the Ruffino’s team presented the Niagara-on-the-Lake...

Native centre wants to expand service to Welland, Fort Erie

The Niagara Regional Native Centre wants to update its bylaws to expand the area it serves, which will allow people from other Niagara municipalities to...

Consolidated regional bus system means minor changes for NOTL

Niagara Region has launched its new consolidated transit system but it will have little impact on Niagara-on-the-Lake. The transit systems of Niagara Falls, St. Catharines, Welland,...

Strife at native centre leads to resignations and accusations

Executive director, three board members step down, new election planned   The board of the Niagara Regional Native Centre is looking for community members to fill...

Newark Neighbours relocating to new home in Virgil

At long last, Newark Neighbours has a new place to call home. After 30 years at 310 John St. E., the charity has plans to...

Youth Collective to unveil winter program at Wednesday open house

The hardworking volunteers at the NOTL Youth Collective are gearing up to launch their winter program.  On Wednesday, Jan. 11, residents can attend the collective’s information...

NOTL Kids Rock Club in search of new, bigger home

The excitement over crystals and geodes won’t quit in Niagara-on-the-Lake, as the Kids Rock Club is rockin' with eager new members.  The group backed by...

Post-holiday bottle drive helps support NOTL air cadets

In a town without a Beer Store, the 809 Newark Air Cadets were happy to collect NOTLers' holiday empties during Saturday’s cadet bottle drive. Cadets...

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