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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.

Ross’ Ravings: Horse and carriage go together like love and marriage

Carriage drivers will donate a portion of revenue to Newark Neighbours from Dec. 21 to 29   Ross Robinson Special to The Lake Report Who are we to...

Niagara’s History Unveiled: Randwood Part 3: Contributions of the Dunington-Grubbs

This story is one in a series about the history of the Rand Estate, about 35 acres of land lying behind the stone wall...

The Lake Report takes a holiday, too

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Season's Greetings to all!This is the final edition of The Lake Report for this year as, like many of our...

Restaurants welcome new ‘takeout’ alcohol sales rules

But some question restrictions on eateries when other retailers remain open   Julia Sacco Special to The Lake Report For many restaurants and wineries in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the province's...

NOTLers’ virtual walk to Cambodia raises money for Tabitha Foundation

Now in the final fundraising stretch, group needs help to reach goal Yolanda Henry Special to The Lake Report During this extreme time of COVID-19, six Niagara-on-the-Lake...

NOTL waste collection delayed one day over holidays

If your garbage, blue box, grey box and green bin collection falls on a Friday, it will be delayed by one day due to Christmas Day and New...

Town approves consolidation of St. Davids, Queenston fire stations

Once the St. Davids and Queenston fire stations reach their end-of-life, the two will be consolidated into one station. Council approved the consolidation Monday night at its...

NOTL’s ‘mystery Monet’ sought by Niagara Pumphouse

The Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre is on the hunt for the "mystery Monet" who has been leaving Christmas art around town. Someone, whom the Pumphouse has...

Santa’s coming to NOTL a day later than planned

Santa will be making his journey "Around the Town" on Sunday, Dec. 13, instead of Saturday. The Niagara-on-the-Lake drive-by Christmas parade had to be moved due to...

Christmas Lights … and where to find them

Looking to go see some holiday light displays this year from the safety of your vehicle

A decade of beer at Niagara College

Cheers to 10 years of NC beers: Canada’s first Brewmaster program celebrates decade of excellence   Niagara College and craft beer lovers across the country have...

Ruffino’s gift certificates will help feed families in need

Ryan Crawford of Ruffino’s Pasta Bar & Grill is once again finding ways to use his love of cooking to give back to the...

NOTL Hydro donates $4,000 to Newark Neighbours

Tim CurtisSpecial to The Lake Report Niagara-on-the-Lake Hydro is donating $4,000 to Newark Neighbours.  Other than matching employees in the annual United Way drive, NOTL Hydro...

St. Davids Lionesses collect food and money for Project Share

The St. Davids Lionesses were out Saturday morning collecting food donations to support local families in need this holiday season. The group started out at...

Bob Cheriton bows out after almost 20 years of Christmas parades

Still fighting pancreatic cancer, longtime volunteer sings praises of his adopted community   Santa Claus hits the streets of NOTL this weekend for a COVID-friendly drive-by...

Bring us your empties: Rotary launches holiday bottle drive

The Rotary Club of Niagara-on-the-Lake is collecting beer, wine and liquor bottles, and beer and pop cans to raise money for the organization’s local...

Shaw workers help launch global site to sell artisans’ wares

The pandemic left many gig economy workers struggling to earn a living, but Shaw Festival costume specialist Truly Carmichael joined New York-based Erin Slattery...

NOTL forts get improvements and upgrades

Tony ChisholmSpecial to The Lake Report The Friends of Fort George asked Parks Canada about the latest information on the Federal Infrastructure and Investment Projects...

Marathon skate at Gretzky winery supports Alzheimer’s

Steve McNeil is prepping for a 19-hour skating marathon at Gretzky Estates Winery. On Tuesday, Dec. 15, McNeil will skate for 19 hours and 26...

NOTL Gives Back brings in trunkloads of donations

NOTL has given back to the community this year in a big way. On Saturday, the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake hosted a 3-in-1 charity drive, collecting...

NOTL’s John Sayers releases new book on life aboard ocean liners

A picture is worth a thousand words, so here are a few pictures from my new book, "Secrets of the Great Ocean Liners," published by the Bodleian Library at Oxford University.

Village residents pump up the wattage this holiday season

For nine years now, since the fall of 2012, residents of The Village neighbourhood of NOTL have taken it upon themselves to make the holiday season a little bit brighter.

Letter: Article on Rand Estate shows historic value of property

Dear editor; "The famous personages of Randwood," (The Lake Report, Dec. 3), part one in a series on the Rand Estate is an interesting article written...

Letter: Business operators against owner-occupied short-term rental rule

The following is a letter sent to Lord Mayor Betty Disero and members of Niagara-on-the-Lake council. We would like to bring your attention to the proposed...

NOTL Legion poppy drive brings in over $16,000

Despite the pandemic, the NOTL poppy drive raised $16,527 this year, down about 20 per cent from 2019, but much better than the Legion expected. Al...

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