As the clock struck 8 p.m. and polling stations across Niagara-on-the-Lake began to close, dozens made their way inside the main auditorium of the NOTL Community Centre, to watch their political future take shape.
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s new deputy lord mayor says residents have voted to be heard — and the incoming council needs to listen and explain its decisions clearly.
From start to finish, Andrea Kaiser remained true to herself throughout her campaign for lord mayor, she says: "I wanted to give voters a different choice and that’s what I did."
For some residents of Niagara-on-the-Lake, U.S. tariffs have become a part of daily life, though some are finding ways to adapt. Paul Mace, who owns Luxyclad in St. Catharines, says in spite of the tariffs making everything unpredictable, the business has managed to thrive.
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum is celebrating Black History Month this year with a bevy of educational events that highlight Black history in Canada, the United States and the world.
Participants will learn more about the history of women's roles in espionage in the world wars, the concept of time in the 18th century, how an all-Black militia was formed during the War of 1812 and more.
The Icebreakers Comedy Festival returned to the Prince of Wales last weekend, bringing nationally known comics back to a venue residents may have remembered from the festival’s early years.
This Valentine’s Day, Niagara-on-the-Lake residents are showing a little extra puppy love — filling bowls for pets across the community in support of the Newark Neighbours Food Bank.
Matt Finlin's latest documentary, "Matter of Time," will debut on Netflix on Feb. 9, the story of the fight to cure a rare genetic disorder called epidermolysis bullosa.
Rochelle Bush says new evidence she's uncovered sheds light on a key figure in the world of slavery abolition — a community leader from what's known today as NOTL.
Merging Niagara's conservation authority with others in southern Ontario could weaken local decision-making on flooding, water quality and environmental protection, some councillors say.
Niagara-on-the-Lake council has approved the teardown of two 20th-century barns in the town's rural area, rejecting a recommendation from its municipal heritage committee to keep one of the barns up.
On Saturday, the front doors opened for the last public entry into the Royal George before the careful work begins of taking apart the little theatre occupying a big place in the town's heart
Ryan Gaio, a lifelong Toronto Maple Leafs fan, had one of his songs played twice on Hockey Night in Canada this year. The song reflects Gaio’s lifelong loyalty to the Leafs.
One Delater Street homeowner says he's pleased to see the town taking interest in the issue but believes governments and regulatory bodies need to approach things differently.
The fair is open to Niagara College students and alumni. It will run Feb. 4 to 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Daniel J. Peterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Joseph's Estate Wines' first icewine soiree brought a steady flow of visitors indoors during a cold January weekend, offering icewine tastings and comfort food as a warm alternative to Niagara-on-the-Lake’s outdoor winter festivals.
The property will be used for future efforts to reduce stormwater flooding in the area, and, depending on future studies, could also have a community use.
The new special events bylaw and a related amendment set up a formal permit system for special events across NOTL and allow the town to fine organizers.
As Aimee Alderman steps into her new role, her focus is on informing residents about how provincial rules influence planning decisions and how public input helps shape the outcome.
From a treatise on the symbolism behind the colour blue, to the story of a young Black girl who dreams of being a baseball star, these are the NOTL library's recommendations for Black History Month.
The people of Niagara-on-the-Lake will have their hands full at the start of this week as they dig out of a turbulent snow storm on Sunday that buried the Niagara region in up to 20 centimetres of snow.
The dangers of too much screen time are becoming front-of-mind for many parents in Canada — this winter, France and Australia have instituted social media bans. Jackie Van Lankveld says it would be great to see what success these bans have.
Some of Niagara-on-the-Lake's young thespians and stagehands are doing their part to make Victor Hugo's classic tale of justice, revolution and love come alive this winter.
Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Frank Hayes has worn many hats in his life: immigrant, digital security salesman, world traveller — and now, author. His new book, "The Full Cycle," is a memoir of his life and career, with plenty of insights into the working world's intricacies.
