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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.

Virtual Terry Fox Run is Sunday

Joan King Special to The Lake Report This year's NOTL Terry Fox Run is a virtual event. We’ll be united in spirit but not in person. We...

Child abuse activists protest in Old Town

Another group of protesters, calling themselves Child Abuse Prevention Activists, took to the streets of Niagara-on-the-Lake the past two weekends.  William O’Sullivan is the leader of the...

NOTL’s other carriage company owner has a different viewpoint on protests

Jeff Sentineal is OK with actions of animal rights activists, but many, including his brother Fred see them as aggressive harassers   When it comes to the ongoing protests...

Memories of 9/11: Mayor, MPP and chamber president recall where they were

One was asleep, one was at Home Depot, another was anxiously trying to find colleagues who were headed to the World Trade Center in New...

Museum’s 10-part Cemetery Stories series goes online

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum is bringing NOTL’s most loved historic characters online through its virtual Cemetery Stories, which will be offered in lieu of the...

Town denied funding for $5M St. Davids pool

With major grant application rejected, future of project is unclear  The province has rejected the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake's bid for funding for the new St....

Councillors not ready to resumein-person meetings yet

With second wave of COVID-19 looming, virtual meetings will continue for NOTL officials   Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors aren't ready to head back to the council chambers just yet. Lord...

Man arrested after wild incident at NOTL outlet mall

A 28-year-old man has been arrested after a Mercedes was car-jacked in the parking lot of the Niagara-on-the-Lake outlet mall following a foot chase by mall...

117 kilos of suspected cocaine seized at Queenston-Lewiston bridge

The Canadian Border Services Agency says it seized 117 kilograms of suspected cocaine at the border near Niagara-on-the-Lake. The agency said a lone male hauling a tractor-trailer...

Golf: Bayne, Townley win annual junior-senior tourney

The team of Andrew Bayne and Brodie Townley emerged victorious in the NOTL Golf Club's annual junior-senior competition. Bayne and Townley carded an even-par 36 for nine...

Two Music Niagara concerts celebrate Beethoven’s 250th

Richard Baker Special to The Lake Report Any survey of Western classical music over the past three centuries would undoubtedly place Bach, Mozart and Brahms among...

Happy Rolph’s to get accessibility upgrade, playground to get name change

NOTE: This story has been updated to correct an error. Originally the story said Happy Rolph's was getting a name change. In fact, just...

Dr. Joseph Pohorly was a passionate winemaker, builder and innovator

There aren’t many local pies that Dr. Joseph Pohorly didn’t have his fingers in. Pohorly, who died peacefully this past week at age 88, was...

Work on stone barrier at Ball’s Beach nearing completion

Construction work at Ball's Beach in Niagara-on-the-Lake is nearing completion. The project saw a large rock groyne and "boulder beach" put in to protect the surrounding...

Survey aims to measure effectiveness of Cyber-Seniors program

Larry W. Chambers Hanna Levy Special to The Lake Report Many older adults in Niagara-on-the-Lake experience isolation and loneliness – and they also may find it difficult to access information readily...

Shaw and Stratford cricketers hold 45th annual match

Steve Ferley Special to The Lake Report The Niagara Cricket Club hosted the 45th annual cricket encounter between the Shaw Festival and the Stratford Festival last...

Pumphouse seeks vendors for Artful Treasures show

As summer comes to an end, some people are already looking ahead to Christmas.  The Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre is inviting vendors to apply for Artful...

Exploring Photos with the NOTL Museum: Tennis at the Queen’s Royal Hotel

Congratulations to the NOTL Tennis Club for celebrating its 50th anniversary! Tennis has a long history in our community beginning with the lawn tennis...

PHOTO: Monarchs take flight

Monarch butterlfies at Niagara Shores Park on Tuesday, Sept. 1. (Photo by Donald O'Connor)

VanNoort Florists raises $13,000 for Toronto Epilepsy

The goal of raising $10,000 in support of Epilepsy Toronto by VanNoort Florists started at the beginning of July this year. After exceeding the initial amount...

St. Davids Lions Club sells $10,000 in burgers

There is no end in sight yet for what has become a popular weekend stop for community members to pick-up a burger in support of...

Parents traverse school year cautiously

Some families may breathe easier with the District School Board of Niagara’s announcement to hire more teachers to lower class sizes this year. On Sept....

Pillitteri raises more than $22,000 during Sept. 1 fundraiser

Joe Pillitteri is running with his Terry Fox fundraiser again this year, having raised more than $22,000 during a night of comedy and entertainment...

Arenas reopen in NOTL

Niagara-on-the-Lake is beginning to reopen facilities with the Meridian Credit Union and Centennial Arena’s doors opening this past Tuesday. Ice time must be booked in...

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