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Sold-out supercar show takes over Niagara District Airport hangar

More than 500 guests came out to the Niagara District Airport on Saturday for the sold-out Niagara 5000 Hangar Experience, a four-hour car and aviation show that aimed to raise money for McMaster Children's Hospital.

NOTLer Steve Pohorly named this year’s Grape King

Steve Pohorly manages Riverbend Farms, started 55 years ago by his parents, Frank and Susan. Today, the farm spans 50 acres of land. "It’s a team effort and I represent our entire farm family," he said.

Olde Angel Inn’s patio allowed to reopen for two years

The Olde Angel Inn’s patio could get two more years to solve a property problem — but if the restaurant and patio properties can’t be merged, it will have to go for good.

‘Very wet’ Old Town block raises concerns over two-home plan

A plan to replace one Old Town home with two is drawing warnings from neighbours who say a much larger building footprint could worsen drainage on a block they describe as already wet.

NOTL Votes 2026: Andrea Kaiser voters appreciate honesty and experience

For 11 years, Andrea Kiaser was a NOTL councillor and has represented the municipality at regional council since 2022. Her supporters say they believe that's why she's the person for the job of NOTL's next lord mayor.

Exploring Photos with the NOTL Museum: The Pumphouse

The 1891 Pumphouse on Ricardo Street, shown on the right of this c.1904 photograph, is a fine example of industrial architecture in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Built...

NOTL actor holding fundraiser for Ukrainian relief effort

Tara Rosling doesn’t like war. Seeing what’s happening in Ukraine, the Niagara-on-the-Lake actor and her daughter Eliana wanted to do something to help. “It feels kind...

Letter: Town should conduct proper rainbow crosswalk survey

The following is a letter to Coun. Gary Burroughs, who has expressed concerns about the rainbow crosswalk proposal. As one of my representatives on council, I am...

Two Sisters opening new winery near Garrison Village

Two Sisters Winery is expanding its operation with a new vineyard along Niagara Stone Road. Stone Eagle Winery is being planned at the southwest corner...

Letter: Nations banding together over Ukraine

Dear editor: The current conflict in eastern Europe is indeed troublesome, but within it, I believe, can be found a small glimmer of hope.  The current negative...

Letter: Thank you, NOTL, for helping stable owner

Dear editor: On behalf of Dinah McGibbon, the owner of Niagara Riding Stables in Niagara-on-the-Lake, I want to give my heartfelt thanks to the generous...

SPORTS: Jr. A Predators lose two on scoreboard, win two by default

Kevan Dowd Special to The Lake Report It was a week of mixed emotions for the Niagara Jr. A Predators with their last four games resulting in...

Sheepish-looking: 175 sheep shaved in pre-summer shear-a-thon

Ba-ba black sheep, have you any wool? At Linc Farms...

Local restrictions ineffective if cases come from outside region, Hirji says

Although localized health measures are always on the table, Niagara’s acting medical officer of health says they will be ineffective if the rest of the...

As COVID restrictions ease, fears of war in Europe are on the rise

COVID restrictions may be easing across Niagara-on-the-Lake, but fears surrounding the war in Ukraine are on the rise.

New chamber president says focus is on official tourism strategy

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Chamber of Commerce has a new president. The chamber announced last Thursday that Minerva Ward will replace Eduardo Lafforgue as the head of...

Possible locations for NOTL’s first rainbow crosswalk endorsed by council

Niagara-on-the-Lake is one step closer to having a rainbow crosswalk after council approved four possible locations for one. During council's meeting Monday, Coun. John Wiens announced four intersections...

Sailing school returns after two years, club looking for kids to register

After being closed for two years because of COVID-19, the NOTL Sailing Club is gearing up to restart its sailing school for youth again. Rod...

Parliament Oak for sale, ‘Here we go again,’ resident says

The former Parliament Oak school site at 325 King St. is officially for sale – again. “Who knows where this can end up at the end of...

Data shows 25 convoy donations from NOTL

New data obtained by The Lake Report appears to show at least 25 people with Niagara-on-the-Lake addresses donated to the "freedom convoy" of truckers that tied...

NOTLers reflect on Ukraine, past and present

In the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, some Niagara-on-the-Lake residents with Ukrainian heritage are thinking back on their own families and when they moved to...

Town officially givesRand Estate cultural heritage designation

The Rand Estate has officially been declared a property of cultural heritage value or interest in the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. The notice of intention to...

Arch-i-text: A new vision for affordable housing

My wife has a mantra she developed during her successful career as the CEO of an international corporation. It goes: “If you always do what...

NOTL’s Pam Farrell helps secure $10K for food insecure families

Maddy GordonSpecial to Niagara Now/The Lake Report For Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Pam Farrell, knowing one in eight Canadian households have trouble putting food on the table simply...

Big Head Wines opens doors in big new location

You can’t miss the big smiles staff are sporting behind their masks when you walk through the massive glass doors into the new retail...

Growing Together: It’s time to start sowing some vegetable seeds indoors

I am ready for spring, but as I am writing this, looking out the window at another snowy day, I don’t think that winter...

Logan sidebar: Police discourage vigilantes from conducting investigations

Niagara Regional Police strongly discourage groups like Regional Deviant Watch from conducting their own investigations of potential criminal or sexual offenders. Police spokesperson Stephanie Sabourin...

Everyone’s ‘breathing sigh of relief’ as pharmacies well-stocked with rapid test kits

While there were supply challenges in the beginning, Niagara-on-the-Lake pharmacies are now stocked with COVID-19 rapid tests. Julie Taylor, owner of Stone Road Pharmacy in...

Anatomy of a rainbow crosswalk: Why does it cost so much?

The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has budgeted $15,000 for a Pride crosswalk in town, and some NOTL residents are wondering why the project comes with...

Sports: Changing of the guard at NOTL Golf Club

Longtime head pro Billy Simkin departs for position at Peninsula Lakes   Rick Janes Special to The Lake Report There is a plaque to the right of the clubhouse...

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