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Advance voting starts Oct. 5. Here’s how to vote in NOTL and online

For those who've already made up their minds on who they want to represent Niagara-on-the-Lake in municipal government and at the school boards for the next four years, you'll have a chance to cast your ballot early.

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.

NOTL wins prestigious award for heritage preservation

The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has been awarded the 2020 Prince of Wales Prize for its sustained commitment to heritage conservation over time.  As the winner of the...

Town’s heritage and history part of NOTL’s lure, new CAO says

Marnie Cluckie says she’ll be doing “a lot of listening” during her first 100 days as Niagara-on-the-Lake’s chief administrator. The mother of two has had a...

Former Olympian Elaine Tanner spreads message of kindness

NOTL resident donates boxes of her book 'Monkey Guy and the Cosmic Fairy'   Julia Sacco Special to Niagara Now Niagara-on-the-Lake's Elaine Tanner is extending her book's message of kindness, friendship...

Council alters short-term rental bylaw but defers contentious owner-occupied condition

Overwhelming industry opposition to principal residence rule prompts change, for now   The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake wants to crack down on illegal short-term rentals and make sure...

Life in the pandemic: Death, disruption and maybe ‘the best Christmas present ever’

EDITOR'S NOTE: Life since COVID-19 has changed for all of us. We've experienced hardships, heartaches and challenges, but also new and sometimes unexpected reasons to be thankful. This new Lake...

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...

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