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NOTL Votes 2026: ‘We are not the 51st state’: Council candidates condemn Trump

What happens in America does not necessarily stay there, especially for a border town like Niagara-on-the-Lake. So, The Lake Report asked NOTL’s municipal election candidates a blunt question: What do you think of Donald Trump? Here's what they said.

Sports: Two ‘fore’ The Show: St. Davids teens set their sights on U.S. college golf

Two of the most talented, up-and-coming young Canadian golfers are growing up in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s tiny hamlet of St. Davids (pop. about 3,000). Eli Perng and Kaige Zhu are off to high school after a whirlwind summer in which they played more than a dozen high-level tournaments across Canada and North America.

$83K for Niagara’s fight against invasive phragmites

The reed grasses growing behind the natural resources minister at Niagara College’s campus in NOTL were a ready-made backdrop for his announcement Wednesday: $5 million to fight the invasive plant species phragmites across Ontario.

Scotsman Hotel avoids $303K parking bill with valet plan

The Scotsman Hotel has avoided an almost $303,000 parking bill after Niagara-on-the-Lake council approved a plan that will allow all 12 required parking spaces to fit on the Old Town property.

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.

Lake Report’s latest winter magazine is out now

Winter is almost here and with it comes another special visitor's guide published by The Lake Report. The 64-page glossy magazine, "NOTL: A Guide for Distinguished...

Grace United market shows some of the best of NOTL

Iris Guo moved to Niagara-on-the-Lake earlier this year and says she loves the people, the scenery and class of the town. There was no better place to...

NOTL volunteers honoured by town

After a hiatus due to COVID-19, the annual Lord Mayor's Volunteer Awards have returned, honouring 11 of Niagara-on-the-Lake's many outstanding volunteers for their selfless charity and community work.

Pumphouse sale features 300 donated artworks

Everyone at the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre is gearing up for its major art sale next week. The annual sale, which runs Dec. 2 to 4, features...

Mercedes crashes through Avondale storefront

A car that drove through the front entrance of Niagara-on-the-Lake Avondale store on Mary Street caused about $30,000 in damage, police say. No one was injured in...

Arch-i-text: On development, integration and saving trees

When speaking to designing and the landscape, the eminent Canadian architect Ron Thom said, “There are three choices: destroy, alter or integrate. The first...

A glimpse into the Niagara Parks Power Station

A glimpse inside the reimagined Niagara Parks Power Station  For more than 100 years, the Canadian Niagara Power Company Generating Station harnessed the powerful energy of...

Jeep Club celebrates community with Newark Neighbours food drive

Everyone loves their cars, but for Niagara Area Jeep Club president Steve Gulley, the community that springs up around cars is what he really loves.

Pharmacy hopes to have children’s vaccines soon

Within days, Niagara-on-the-Lake pharmacist Sean Simpson hopes to have doses of the Pfizer vaccine available to start inoculating children ages five to 11. There are...

Like it or not, roundabout seems destined forSt. Davids

Time for public consultation has passed, regional officials say   With an environmental assessment nearing finalization, representatives from the Region of Niagara say the proposed roundabout in...

Town considering26 options to control development

Strict new building rules could be implemented in Old Town    The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is looking at a myriad of options to have more control over development across...

Seniors get their COVID booster at NOTL clinic

A steady stream of seniors from all over Niagara flowed into the NOTL Community Centre last Friday where public health nurses gave them their third...

All regionalCOVID clinics exclusively for kids now:Hirji

With the rollout of the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for use in children age five to 11, Niagara’s top doctor says public health clinics from now until...

Sinking of the Foam–Part 1–Seven diedin tragic Lake Ontario maritime mishap 147 years ago

This is the first in a series of stories about the sinking of the Foam, one of the worst tragedies in Lake Ontario maritime history. The incident is shrouded in mystery and many fundamental questions remain impossible to answer. 

Eye for Art: ‘Freedom from Want’

This is a work of art – yes, it is, in spite of its creator, Norman Rockwell, being dismissively referred to as an "illustrator" by art...

History in the Vineyard gourmet dinner returns Dec. 9

History in the Vineyard is returning just in time for the holidays. The Friends of Fort George, Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum and Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery are hosting a special History...

Letter: Loblaw corporation ignored pleas for community project

Dear editor: Loblaw, the parent company of three of our local franchise businesses, namely Phil's and Hendrik's Valu-mart plus Shoppers Drug Mart, ignored repeated requests...

Region launches survey ondiversity and discrimination

People from all backgrounds across Niagara are being asked for their input to help make the region a more welcoming and inclusive community for...

Exploring Photos with the NOTL Museum: The apothecary

In the late 1860s Henry Paffard moved his apothecary business into the newly renovated building at the corner of King Street. He was the first of...

NOTL schools remember Nov. 11 virtually

Niagara-on-the-Lake's elementary schools commemorated Remembrance Day last week with virtual ceremonies. 

Hockey: Full bench helps Jr. A Predators win pair at home

Kevan DowdSpecial to The Lake Report After a week without playing, the Niagara Predators were back at it this weekend and making up for lost...

MNP shows itslove by leading United Way donor drive

Sponsored StorySubmitted Respect, Integrity, Community and Fun. These are not just words at MNP, they are just a few of the company’s core values and...

Newark Neighbours wants help to find a new home

Newark Neighbours is moving to a new and larger home – the agency just doesn't know where it will be, yet. And it's asking Niagara-on-the-Lake residents...

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