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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.

Family and friends pack native centre for Christmas party

There were smiles aplenty at the Niagara Regional Native Centre on Saturday as a team of dedicated volunteers fed breakfast to almost 400 people,...

Thousands swarm Queen Street for annual Candlelight Stroll

  Somer Slobodian and Evan Loree The Lake Report By the end of Friday night’s annual Candlelight Stroll, Ceto Reid didn’t want to leave.  Reid is a farmworker from...

Eleven years later, Sandtrap Pub and Grill reaches $66,800 raised for children’s charities

Sandtrap co-owner Matt Dietsch and his family drop off a cheque for $3,250 to the Niagara Children’s Centre on Friday. Another cheque for the...

Exploring Photos 37-43 Queen St., circa 1904

I have not seen a photograph like this one before and I was surprised when I realized it was actually a Queen Street building....

You better watch out: Santa Clauses will be running through town

It’s time to grab your Santa suit and hit the streets running. On Dec. 18, Santa’s everywhere will be parking their sleighs and running...

Daytime Rotary tour sold out, McArthur Estate tickets selling fast

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Rotary Club's daytime Holiday House Tour this weekend has reached its capacity of 3,000 visitors, but a few tickets might still be...

Pawsitively perfect pooches have a Santa photo op

Pets just can't seem to keep their paws off Santa.  At the St. Davids Veterinary Clinic on Saturday, old St. Nick met plenty of pets...

Chamber of Commerce holds friendly Christmas competition in Old Town

Who decorated it best? The Niagara-on-the-Lake Chamber of Commerce is holding its first Christmas window decorating contest and Christmas tree decorating contest to get in...

Button Blitz collects donations to cover Christmas Parade costs

Santa’s helpers were out and about Saturday collecting donations for the annual NOTL Christmas Parade. Volunteers Terry Choules and Phil Brunt took charge at Phil’s...

NOTL woman celebrates a century of life – and oh, what changes she’s seen

When Joan Morgan was born the Twenties were roaring, passenger air flight was still 15 years away and eggs were 35 cents a dozen.  On...

NOTL Hydro collecting food and toys for annual Christmas drive

Niagara-on-the-Lake Hydro is again collecting non-perishable food and unwrapped toy donations as part of its annual pre-Christmas charity drive. Donors can drop off items at...

GO-VAXX bus rolls into NOTL on Sunday, Dec. 4

Niagara-on-the-Lake's chance to GO get vaxxed is this Sunday. That's when the GO-VAXX bus rolls into town. To reserve a spot on board for your COVID-19 vaccine...

Urban myth or historical fact? Researcher claims slaves are buried on Centre St. property

Restoration efforts at a historic home at 240 Centre St. are close to complete, but a historical researcher says slaves may be buried on the...

Annual Candlelight Stroll will light up Old Town on Friday

And just like that, one flame will light thousands.  The highly anticipated Candlelight Stroll returns on Friday, Dec. 2  and thousands are expected to show...

Ford’s Greenbelt changes threaten Niagara farms, group warns

A conservation group in Niagara-on-the-Lake is sounding the alarm over changes to the Greenbelt passed by the Doug Ford government. “It's uncalled for, and it's, it's...

NOTL Gives Back supports children and NOTL charity

'Tis the season for giving.  The NOTL Gives back donation drive returned for its third year on Saturday, collecting gently used clothes, toys and non-perishable...

Santa’s NOTL elf is collecting letters for the Big Man

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s favourite elf is back in town. With Christmas only weeks away, the beloved elf known as Sandy Sugarswirl is ready to help Santa send...

Arts: New book is dedicated to the history of Fort George

John Sayers Special to The Lake Report It’s fascinating to realize that Fort George, completed in 1802 (think of it, that’s over 200 years ago), has...

NOTLers honoured with Women in Business Awards

It is no secret that Niagara-on-the-Lake is home to many strong, independent businesses run by committed community leaders. And last Friday’s Women in Business Awards...

Santa visits St. Davids clinic for pix with pets

Santa has seen it all in his yearly visits to St. Davids Vet Clinic. The man in red has encountered pets on both the naughty and...

Village plaza set to expand with grocery store, hotel, more retail

Work has begun on final phase of centre's development   Developer John Hawley's vision for the Village Centre project in Niagara-on-the-Lake is one step closer to completion...

Reid contests Niagara Foundation’s claim to half ownership stake of The Wilderness

The King Street property known as "The Wilderness" is an urban oasis and Ken Reid, who lives on it, says he is confused why...

A new era begins in NOTL: Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa outlines priorities and vows ‘more listening and less talk’

New Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa promised “more listening and less talk” as he stood at the podium before a half-packed Court House auditorium Tuesday...

NOTL fans celebrate Canada’s World Cup return

It's a sporting moment Canadians waited a generation for and Niagara-on-the-Lake was ready. Team Canada returned to the FIFA World Cup tournament Wednesday afternoon and...

Three’s a Charm: NOTL holiday markets are jolly and bright despite storm

Snow, shopping and snacking were the themes last weekend. Thanks to the Willowbank Holiday Market, the St. Vincent De Paul Treats and Treasures Market and...

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