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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.

Two aging ships receiving facelifts

Two massive bulk carriers sit side-by-side, nestled in the cocoon created by the Port Weller drydocks on the western edge of Niagara-on-the-Lake, south of...

NOTL teens continue fight for climate, form Climate Action Committee

In continued efforts to address climate change and make Niagara-on-the-Lake more eco-friendly, two young climate activists have taken matters into their own hands by forming a Climate Action...

Air cadets tackle public speaking fears at effective speaking event

Niagara-on-the-Lake's 809 Newark air cadets tackled their stage fright at the effective speaking event held by the 809 Newark Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron Wednesday, Feb. 5.

Whisky tasting is back at Navy Hall

Whisky lovers will be able to savour seven award-winning whisky samples paired with hors d'oeuvres and learn about the role alcohol played in the life...

NOTL woman offers personalized moving service for seniors

Just the idea of sorting through a lifetime of personal effects to downsize for a move can be overwhelming, but Niagara-on-the-Lake woman Laurie Gunton...

History Unveiled: South Landing Inn still operates today

Linda Fritz Exclusive/The Lake Report South Landing was one of the earliest resting places for travellers in the village of Queenston. There is, however, some debate...

Survival of the Slowest brings slow exotic animals to the Butterfly Conservatory

Niagara Parks invites you to slow down this Family Day weekend with the Survival of the Slowest exhibit by Little Ray’s Nature Centre, and director Kevin Dungey says he hopes the exhibit will foster a passion for “backyard conservation.”

Legion awards winners of the Annual National Poster and Literary Contest

The Royal Canadian Legion holds the Annual National Poster and Literary Contest to foster and perpetuate Remembrance amongst the youth through creative arts, Lori Beak co-chair of the Youth and Education Committee said.

Palatine Hills supports Heritage Trail with wine order fundraiser

Palatine Hills Estate Winery is supporting Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Heritage Trail by donating 25 per cent of pretax revenue from the sale of each bottle or case...

Helping veterans, first responders with PTSD

Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Graham Bettes is one of the team members standing behind a local organization that aims to help veterans and first responders with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Trash collection changes not a service reduction, town told

Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors agree more education is needed about garbage collection changes to dispel a common perception that the services are being reduced. Catherine Habermebl, director of...

Overnight parking ban could be a thing of the past

If formally approved by council on Feb. 24, Niagara-on-the-Lake residents will be able to park on streets overnight. At the committee of the whole general...

Town launches campaign for $5M St. Davids pool

Construction of a new St. Davids swimming pool is moving forward – with a much bigger pricetag than originally estimated – and community volunteers are being recruited...

Town considers merging Queenston and St. Davids fire halls

The future of the Queenston fire hall will be reviewed by Niagara-on-the-Lake’s town staff who will investigate if combining the St. Davids and Queenston...

Niagara College, Canopy partnerinjoint vineyard venture

A new partnership between Canopy Growth and Niagara College will see the school take over operation of the former Coyote’s Run vineyard for at least...

Ministry investigating dumping of coyote carcasses

Investigators have not determined whether an offence was committed after coyote carcasses were found in a ravine along the Niagara Parkway. About 10 coyotes were spotted last week by...

Niagara Falls will light up purple and yellow in honour of Kobe Bryant on Feb. 24

Niagara Falls will be lit up purple and yellow on Monday, Feb. 24 from 9 to 9:30 p.m., in honour of Los Angeles Lakers...

Niagara Recycling donates $20,000 to Red Roof Retreat for new van

Niagara Recycling donates $20,000 to Red Roof Retreat for the purchase of a new van to transport people with special needs attending Red Roof’s...

The Lake Report TIDBITS Feb. 13

1. Town approved an additional $45,000 to complete site works at the Cannery Park. The decision will not impact taxpayers as the project will...

Glendale renaming should commemorate history: Friends of Laura Secord

Niagara-on-the-Lake council was urged to commemorate its rich local history and culture in the new Glendale District development during a committee of the whole...

Harley dealer’s chili cook-off raises money for charity

Clare’s Harley-Davison Niagara held a chili cook-off last Thursday raising about $125 for a local charity.

RiverBrink exhibit used bees as central metaphor

For Charmaine Lurch, hosting an art show in Niagara-on-the-Lake was the perfect reminder of just why she does what she does.  The Toronto-based artist, with...

Letter: Criticism was aimed solely at U.S. pensions, not U.K.

Dear editor: In my letter published in your Jan. 30, edition addressing UK indexed pensions, I incorrectly inferred that I was being critical of ALL spousal apportioned payments. This...

Toys, coats, corkscrews, lamps fixed at library Repair Cafe

Children’s toys, cork remover presses, coats, cassette players, toaster ovens — you name it, they fix it once a month at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library.

Instant flood warnings now available for Niagara residents

People who live in Niagara-on-the-Lake can now download a free app on their mobile phone to get instant notifications of flood warnings.   The Niagara Peninsula...

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