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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.

Niagara’s History Unveiled: Queenston house is 200 years old

The town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is awash in new housing developments. Old Town, Virgil, Glendale and St. Davids all have newly created subdivisions. Even Queenston...

Writers’ Circle: Dids’ story: Learning to read

This is the first of three parts. Richard West NOTL Writers’ Circle When the Chief Stoker first met me, he bellowed, “What do you mean, Dids, you can’t...

Niagara Parks will hold two job fairs to fill 500 seasonal positions

Niagara Parks Commission is looking to fill more than 500 seasonal jobs this year and will be holding two job fairs to give potential...

Kennedy named new president ofNiagara College

The new head of Niagara College says he will carry forward the legacy of outgoing president Dan Patterson. Sean Kennedy, 51, who has been with the...

Wealthy benefactor offers $250,000 to NOTL for new community gateway

A Niagara-on-the-Lake resident is willing to donate up to $250,000 to the Town of NOTL for a charitable project that could see a redone entrance into Old...

Protesters threaten spectacle at Icewine Village this weekend

Animal rights activists are threatening to launch a new campaign, called “Operation Embargo,” at Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Icewine Village this weekend in continued protest against the...

Obituary: Margaret Gibbs

GIBBS, Margaret Veronica – of Niagara-on-the Lake Ontario passed away peacefully at the Niagara General Hospital on Wednesday, Jan. 8. This was the end...

Obituary: Peter Baker

BAKER, Peter Morris – March 31 1932 – Jan. 12, 2020 - The family mourns the sudden loss of a devoted husband and father....

Obituary: Cheryl Phillips

PHILLIPS, Cheryl Ann- With family by her side, on Dec. 4, 2019, lost her battle with pancreatic cancer at the age of 65. Beloved...

Niagara fan gets a signed stick from World Juniors golden boy Akil Thomas

Niagara hockey fan Calvin Goodman scored the gift of a lifetime last Thursday.

Marotta likely to appeal court decision on Randwood

The town and SORE were victorious in court last week, but developer Benny Marotta says it’s “likely” his companies will appeal the judge’s decision. Superior Court Justice...

Major donation made toward Heritage Trail restoration work

Several major donors, including the Canadian National Railway Company, have been recognized by the Heritage Trail Committee at a cocktail party held Wednesday, Jan. 8. 

Short-term rental operators unhappy with licensing fees

Short-term rental operators in Niagara-on-the-Lake are disappointed with the increased licensing fees and the proposed draft changes to the short-term rental bylaw, a representative...

Pumphouse begins biggest renovation project in 25 years

The Pumphouse Arts Centre has begun its biggest renovation project in 25 years to provide improved accessibility and enhanced art programs for a wider...

Icebreakers Comedy Festival returns Friday

The Icebreakers Comedy Festival has grown steadily since its first weekend seven years ago – now the annual comedy series has reached five dates...

Town approves 4% hotel tax in principle

Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors have approved in principle a plan to charge visitors a hotel tax. In a 7 to 2 vote Monday, council’s committee of the...

NOTL man wins cool $1 million

A lucky Niagara-on-the-Lake resident celebrated Christmas with an extra special gift — $1 million dollars. Local musician Thomas (Randy) Busbridge won the small fortune in...

Jazz and Brunch series returns to Strewn Winery

The annual Jazz and Brunch series at Strewn Winery is back, giving local jazz lovers a chance to enjoy a meal coupled with live music.

Young Canadians more likely to drive high, CAA poll finds

Seventy per cent of younger Canadians aren't likely to plan alternative travel arrangements after consuming cannabis, new research from the Canadian Automobile Association has found...

Exploring photos: Niagara Home Bakery

Literally everyone in town knew John and Paul Albrechtsan of the Niagara Home Bakery. It was probably one of the most frequented stores in town. Up to the...

Artist with NOTL roots brings focus back home

Scott Steele is pragmatic – he says he learned early if he wanted to make a living as an artist he would need to...

Shaw Festival Film Series a social hub on Saturdays

The Shaw Festival’s Saturday afternoon Film Series booted back up this weekend with countless seat-saving coats scattered over auditorium chairs before showtime, marking the established tradition of arriving early, claiming a spot and socializing in the lobby before the film’s 3 p.m. start.

Wallbangers: Two major hockey games played a world apart

Ross Robinson (#9, Blue Team) Special to The Lake Report Sunday was another great day for hockey. Early in the morning in Virgil, Ont., and early in the...

Judge rules in favour of town and SORE in Randwood designation case

The town and SORE have won again. On Friday Justice Linda Walters ruled to dismiss an application by Solmar Development Corp. and Two Sisters Resorts...

Breaking: Niagara College announces new president

The new president of Niagara College, Sean Kennedy, has been a part of the college's senior management team since 2006. The announcement of the college’s...

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