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UPDATE: Suspect gets bail in sexual assault case in Niagara-on-the-Lake

An official with the Ontario Court of Justice in St. Catharines told The Lake Report that the suspect, a man in his 30s from Niagara Falls, was granted bail and is due in court next on Jan. 26.

Niagara police seek suspects in sexual assault case in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Detectives are investigating this incident and looking for a white male, mid-30's, approximately 5'11'', with a medium build, who was last seen wearing blue jeans, a black jacket, a blue toque and black boots.

Province’s new tourism strategy light on new details about NOTL

Doug Ford's plan to turn Niagara into a global tourism powerhouse could have some major effects on Niagara-on-the-Lake, though it's unclear at this time what's in store for the small town neighbouring Niagara Falls.

NOTL council chooses settlement instead of tribunal mediation for York Road development

The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has reversed course on its response to a proposed York Road development at the Ontario Land Tribunal, opting to pursue a settlement instead of mediation, after staff shared that a settlement would cost $20,000 less than mediation

NOTL Museum celebrates 130th anniversary in style

Kaufman led visitors through archival rooms normally closed to the public. The spaces contain items ranging from cartons of paper records to a 1949 photograph of the Pillar and Post staff, a pig’s head costume from one of the first Shaw Festival productions and an original War of 1812 British redcoat.

Pooches hit the park for Lions Club’s third-annual dog guides fundraiser

The volunteers hope these events can bring awareness to the difficulty of finding a dog guide, both in the availability of dogs and the price of raising one.

Same hugs, new hands: The Grist sells restaurant, owners retire

After four years of pouring their hearts into the business, Rob Begin and his wife, Danielle Begin, have decided to step away from the restaurant and brewery they built from the ground up. Their final day as owners is Sunday, June 8.

Town strikes agreement with province for Garden City Skyway twin bridges

As part of the agreement, the town of NOTL is entitled to review and comment on all future design drawings, but can’t allow any construction to happen within the project limits until the bridges construction is completed.

Four NOTL businesses up for Niagara chamber’s annual tourism award

The nominated businesses from NOTL include 124 on Queen Hotel and Spa, Niagara Geopark, Silversmith Brewing Co. and White Oaks Resort and Spa, four of the five nominees for the Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Award.

Village farmers’ market returns with a new zest for local shopping

The farmers' market opened for the season this past weekend, and some of its vendors who run Niagara-based businesses are noticing a trend of customers wanting to keep their dollars in the community.

‘He believed it was more than just a sport for kids’: Memorial tournament honours lacrosse legend

From May 23 to 25, 23 teams played at Centennial Sports Park in Virgil — the same community where Mike Jones played, coached and volunteered for over 40 years.

Crossroads fun fair returns to NOTL this Saturday

The 15th annual Niagara-on-the-Lake home show and fun fair takes place May 31, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crossroads Public School. Admission is free.

The NOTL economist who helps shape Canada’s financial future

Quiet and unassuming, Ted Carmichael is not one to broadcast his role in helping direct Canada's economy, but the advice he and his fellow economists provide is crucial to the central bank's decision-making — which literally can affect the lives of every Canadian.

Silks restaurant’s 30th anniversary bash raises $1.7K for Red Roof

Silks Country Kitchen turned its 30th anniversary into a party on Monday, serving up free food, drinks and prize draws — while rallying the community to raise more than $1,700 for Red Roof Retreat.

NOTL launches inclusive #GetActiveNOTL campaign

Unlike past challenges that relied on digital step-counting apps, this year’s program encourages residents of all ages and abilities to get active on their own terms, with no technology required.

Traffic camera beside Crossroads school vandalized

The Niagara Region, which owns the camera, said they are working to get the camera fixed soon. The use of traffic cameras to enforce speeding, including in school zones like this one, has been met with some anger and controversy in town.

Residents debate more restrictions on vacation rentals in town

With debate around Niagara-on-the-Lake’s vacation rental industry showing no signs of cooling down, the town is going to take a closer look at the rules around short-term rentals — including a potential cap on how many rentals should be allowed to operate.

Letter: Loss of patios will make NOTL’s downtown lonely

"Once we have removed the temporary patios, you will see how lonely and small our downtown will seem," writes Jackie Bonic.

UPDATED: NOTL fire dept. still figuring out cause of St. Davids house fire

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it seems to have started in the kitchen, says the town's spokesperson. As of now, the exact cause of the kitchen fire is unknown, but investigators aren’t considering it suspicious.

Lemon goes the distance for annual kids-helping-kids fundraiser

The lemon toss stunt served a dual purpose: Generating buzz for the fourth annual lemonade stand fundraiser for the Family and Children’s Services Niagara Foundation on June 7 and setting an unofficial world record — ahead of a planned world record attempt.

Niagara Falls MPP pushes to give unpaid caregivers $1K a month

Wayne Gates is reintroducing a motion at Queen’s Park on Wednesday that would create a $1,000 monthly direct payment for Ontario’s unpaid caregivers — people looking after family or friends from home.

RiverBrink unveils Naoko Matsubara’s visionary woodcuts

Matsubara studied art in Japan, then travelled to Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh as a graduate student in 1961, when she discovered her connection to woodblock painting — and has been working with the art form for six decades since.

Native Centre gets $73K boost from province for new manager

To Halley Irwin, the Native Centre's community engagement director, having a dedicated human resources manager “is a signal of the growth” of the centre and a “sign of the good things” it's doing, she said.

PHOTOS: Incredible Herc visits the NOTL airport

Two large aircrafts paid a visit to Niagara-on-the-Lake this month: A Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130 Hercules and a Dassault Falcon jet owned by Jim Pattison Industries Ltd.

Palliative care group’s annual butterfly release on June 14

Registration is open until Saturday, May 31 for this year's butterfly release event. Butterflies are $25 each.

‘They have all changed lives’: Rotary Club gala honours community champions

The gala dinner, a club tradition for more than 25 years, drew a full house to Navy Hall and recognized three Rotarians and two members of the NOTL community who represent the club's "service above self" principle.

Stampede rolls out free shuttle to corral Virgil traffic

The shuttle service, paid for by the Virgil Business Association, ran every 20 minutes from noon to 11 p.m. on May 19, marking the first time in the fair’s history that visitors have been given the option to take a shuttle.

Loss of patios will alter NOTL tourism, Irish Harp owner says

Speaking with The Lake Report, Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa said all patios operating under temporary licenses will cease operations in December, and those on municipal lands may not be able to reapply for permanent licenses.

Globally known portrait artist Emily Profit to visit Queenston

Next week, Profit will be paying a weeklong visit to Queenston, arriving May 26, where she will connect with the village's active art scene and be available for commissions.

Lemon toss to support summer camp for kids

The “Lemon Twist” relay takes place Thursday, May 22 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Outlet Collection at Niagara shopping centre and aims to send one very busy lemon a full kilometre through the hands of students.

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