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Niagara-on-the-Lake reels after storm floods homes, farms

By Wednesday afternoon, most of the flooding had receded, but the cleanup, repairs and steps to mitigate such problems when the next storm strikes has only begun.

Animals rushed from flooded Niagara-on-the-Lake rescue farm

Fish washed onto the driveway and geese swam past them after floodwater swallowed an animal rescue farm in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

The long journey home: Search for missing dog enters eighth week

Since May, the Ibbotson family and a team of volunteers have been searching for Luna the dog, who has been spotted by multiple people around town but hasn't successfully been caught and taken back home.

Volunteers step forward at 63rd St. Davids Lions Carnival

The St. Davids Lions Club has pulled off its family carnival for a 63rd straight year, and its club president says he could not be happier with the number of people who came out to the village fairgrounds.

Grade 6 student at St. Michael wins big in Legion contest

Last fall, Dean Pagnotta wrote about these men and women who fought for Canada, each carrying out "a brave and heartfelt job," he wrote in a 335-word essay.

All-way stop elicits some negative reactions

Since installation finished last Tuesday, the new all-way stop at the intersection of Queen and Mississagua streets has stirred up a multitude of reactions, with...

Free CAA ‘slow down’ lawn signs illegal under town bylaw

Lord Mayor Betty Disero says the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has no plans to exempt "slow down" lawn signs from the town's bylaw. Free signs are being distributed by...

Gateau & Grace series kicks off at St. Andrew’s

Paul McHoullSpecial to Niagara Now/The Lake Report The first gathering known as Gateau & Grace took place on the evening of Wednesday, Aug. 4, at St....

DNA tests needed to identify body found in lake off NOTL

The identity of the body of a man found in Lake Ontario on Aug. 5 by someone fishing near Niagara-on-the-Lake might not be known for...

Region’s slow approval ofNOTL’s official plan irks councillors

Councillors are frustrated with the increased pace of development in Niagara-on-the-Lake and the delayed approval of the town's official plan by the Region of Niagara. “We need a better...

Close matches in first tennis tourney since pandemic

The NOTL Tennis Club mixed doubles tournament was filled with close matches, as the sun beat down on players Friday and Saturday.

Town flags remain lowered after death of former premier Bill Davis

The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake was preparing to raise its flags for the return of Canadian Olympians but the death of former Ontario premier Bill Davis...

Car crash prompts creation of four-way stop

A two-vehicle crash at Concession 4 Road and East West Line on Monday has motivated council to quickly pursue the installation of a four-way stop. The four-way...

Swimmer makes 18-hour, 52km swim across Lake Ontario for transplant charity

J. Richard Wright Special to The Lake Report

Relationship between horses and humans is special and here to stay, says equine expert

Despite protesters' claims, working horses are well cared-for and form important bond with owners, expert says   Working horses in Ontario live in some of the...

Needle case connects us to early NOTL entrepreneur

John SayersSpecial to The Lake Report You’ve seen the ads for online gaming and some of our readers will have agreed to "playOJO.com" or visit other...

Challenging themselves to walk that extra mile

Dynamic duo embraced the challenge to step out all over town   For Sheri Ruby, every day is literally a walk in the park. Or around the...

Golf tourney raises $10,000 for Music Niagara

The "Duet Open" attracted more than 70 golfers and guests for a COVID-friendly fundraiser tournament and outdoor lunch in aid of Music Niagara on...

Dramatic playoff finish as NOTL golf champs defend their titles

The men served up some sizzle but the women supplied the drama and fortitude during a humid, steamy championship weekend at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club.

Tutton and McCulloch share Legends Cup title

Two legends were crowned in the annual Legends Cup competition at NOTL Golf Club last week. Warren Tutton and Doug McCulloch were deadlocked after the...

Exploring Photos with the NOTL Museum: Lions Beach refreshment stand

Here’s the Lions Club refreshment stand and change room at Lions Beach in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Many people would recognize this today as Queen’s Royal Park at...

Shaw puppet show is like ‘skipping a stone across history’

The Shaw Festival has condensed the majestic scope of Niagara’s history into a new 30-minute program performed by Alexandra Montagnese and Mike Petersen – with...

What’s the limit?: Ambiguity in COVID reopening plan leaves wedding vendor confused

Anne Just wasn't quite sure whether she's allowed to have 100 people or 225 people attend her wedding events. On one hand, Step 3 of...

Mississagua and Queen is now all-way stop

An all-way stop and "bumpout" were installed at the intersection of Queen and Mississagua streets Tuesday as traffic calming measures. Crews started work at 9 a.m. and...

Good news: No patients with COVID inNiagara hospitals

Niagara Health has no COVID-19 patients in its hospitals for the first time since September 2020. The health organization said having no COVID patients is a step...

Twinning of Garden City Skyway due to start in 2024

Long-planned construction of a twin span of the Garden City Skyway is tentatively due to begin in 2024, says the Ontario Ministry of Transportation. The new bridge, to...

Residents crowd museum for annual treasure sale

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum’s annual Treasure Sale and Pig Roast fundraiser was a smashing success on Aug. 2, raising more than $4,600. People were lined up...

Bella Terra Vineyards, the new PondView

Though PondView Estate Winery has a new name, the winery’s connection to its past is stronger than ever before. Bella Terra wines have been a...

Kraun Electric co-owner started at the bottom

Aaron Jones's career is a classic tale of how hard work and always striving to be the best can take you to the top. The Niagara-on-the-Lake...

New Heritage Trail proving popular walking destination

The latest addition to the revamped Upper Canada Heritage Trail opened last week with an entrance on Charlotte Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Families say they've been enjoying...

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