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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.

Election 2022: Development, tourism, agriculture were big issues, voters say

Niagara-on-the-Lake voters turned out in droves for Monday's municipal election, as a steady stream of people lined up throughout the day at most polling...

Election 2022: Zalepa surges to big win over Disero

Erwin Wiens tops councillor results with almost 5,000 votes as four rookies win seats   Kevin MacLean Evan Loree The Lake Report Gary Zalepa had no idea he had...

BREAKING NEWS: Zalepa unseats incumbent Disero with huge late surge

Gary Zalepa will be the new lord mayor of Niagara-on-the-Lake. “It’s kind of surreal,” Zalepa said as he entered the Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre to applause...

It’s Halloween weekend, with non-stop treats for kids

Halloween isn't till next Monday, but if Niagara-on-the-Lake kids play their cards right, they can participate in three days of almost non-stop trick-or-treating. Of course,...

Jay Plato named NOTL’s new fire chief

It's official. Jay Plato is the new fire chief for Niagara-on-the-Lake. The town announced Thursday morning that Plato has been promoted to fire chief and community...

Vegan food served up minimal environmental impact at Plant No. 01

Sustainability is at the heart of a new vegan restaurant in Glendale.  Plant No. 01 was built from the ground up with a simple goal...

Election 2022: ‘More police officers’ and other concerns of regional candidates

Voters had one big concern and a couple of small ones to share with NOTL's three regional candidates Tuesday night at a Focus NOTL...

Election 2022: Future of tourism is hot topic at council candidate FocusNOTL forum

Issues of tourism again took centre stage at FocusNOTL's final council candidates meeting last Wednesday.  There was some rehashing of history over the municipal accommodation...

Practice makes perfect for NOTL Timbits minor hockey

Minor hockey season is in full swing again in Niagara-on-the-Lake and coaches are busy teaching their young charges fundamentals, with a strong focus on...

NOTL Ambassadors hope to add new recruits for next summer

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Ambassadors have wrapped up for another year, celebrating the successful end to the summer 2022 season.  And the program is looking to continue...

Queenston Heights tourism, circa 1910

Brock’s Monument has always been a popular spot to get the best view of the lower Niagara River and to learn about the Battle...

Lakeshore Oktoberfest is Ironwood’s ‘best day ever’

Ironwood Cider House brought a little version of a big German festival to Niagara-on-the-Lake last weekend.  Folks came out to the cider house for Lakeshore...

Election 2022: Teamwork makes the dream work, candidates agree

"Collaborate" was the word in the seats if not on the street at a candidate Meet & Greet session last Tuesday. The four candidates at...

Who is WeLuvNOTL? Anonymous group worries about tourism growth

Who luvs NOTL? Well, we don’t really know for sure.  A few weeks ago a group that goes by the name of WeLuvNOTL started placing...

Town treasurer says municipality is in good financial health

As the election draws closer, chatter over the town’s financial health has grown louder. But a report to council last month paints a pretty optimistic...

Frustrated developer cut down dead ash trees without receiving permit from the town

If two trees are cut down on Queen street, does anyone take notice?  You betcha.  Social media was abuzz over the weekend after a work crew...

Council’s four years ends with a long goodbye

With three retirements and a long, hard-fought campaign wrapped up, Niagara-on-the-Lake council will have a new look after Monday's election. The outgoing council's final meeting...

Campaign Walkabout: Parking, traffic, representation are issues in Glendale

Journalists from The Lake Report accompanied Niagara-on-the-Lake’s mayoral candidates as they spent time campaigning and knocking on doors. The stories were published in the...

Election 2022: Watch election results in-person at community centre or live online

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre will open its doors for both residents and candidates on the night of the election. The auditorium at the community centre...

Environmental ‘spill’ substance is finally identified

But the substance is identified – and a Brock scientist calls town cleanup justifiable   Sulfate reducing bacteria.  That’s the name of the substance the town vacuumed...

Queenston Heights steps back in time for historic re-enactment

210th anniversary of key battle from the War of 1812   Blowing winds didn't deter the soldiers who marched from Fort George to Queenston over the...

Secret recording claims Disero knew about husband’s complaint

Lord Mayor Betty Disero is vehemently denying statements in a secret recording that allege she was aware of a bylaw complaint lodged by her...

Fort George recruiting new Fife and Drum Corps members

Fort George is looking for some new recruits to join the historic site’s 41st Fife and Drum Corps program. The program is a way for...

Navy Hall added to Doors Open this Saturday

Navy Hall has been added to the list of buildings participating in Doors Open Niagara this Saturday. The iconic Parks Canada wood and stone structure on...

Pat Darte quits race for regional council

Former lord mayor is the second candidate to drop out   And then there were three. Regional council candidate Pat Darte has dropped out of the Niagara-on-the-Lake...

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