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Advance voting starts Oct. 5. Here’s how to vote in NOTL and online

For those who've already made up their minds on who they want to represent Niagara-on-the-Lake in municipal government and at the school boards for the next four years, you'll have a chance to cast your ballot early.

NOTL Votes 2026: ‘We are not the 51st state’: Council candidates condemn Trump

What happens in America does not necessarily stay there, especially for a border town like Niagara-on-the-Lake. So, The Lake Report asked NOTL’s municipal election candidates a blunt question: What do you think of Donald Trump? Here's what they said.

Sports: Two ‘fore’ The Show: St. Davids teens set their sights on U.S. college golf

Two of the most talented, up-and-coming young Canadian golfers are growing up in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s tiny hamlet of St. Davids (pop. about 3,000). Eli Perng and Kaige Zhu are off to high school after a whirlwind summer in which they played more than a dozen high-level tournaments across Canada and North America.

$83K for Niagara’s fight against invasive phragmites

The reed grasses growing behind the natural resources minister at Niagara College’s campus in NOTL were a ready-made backdrop for his announcement Wednesday: $5 million to fight the invasive plant species phragmites across Ontario.

Scotsman Hotel avoids $303K parking bill with valet plan

The Scotsman Hotel has avoided an almost $303,000 parking bill after Niagara-on-the-Lake council approved a plan that will allow all 12 required parking spaces to fit on the Old Town property.

Letter: Not just a photo, but full set of architectural plans

Dear editor: As a lawyer for Two Sisters/Solmar, it is frustrating to see comments from NOTL opposition groups that mischaracterize my clients’ efforts to engage...

Women’s Institute continues to advocate for community, seeks new members

The women advocating change through the Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario have been integral in quiet community victories for generations, and the Virgil branch is looking for new members to infuse fresh energy into the organization.

The Lake Report TIDBITS Feb. 20

1. Both elementary and secondary schools under the District School Board of Niagara, including Crossroads and St. Davids schols, will be closed this Friday, Feb. 21 for...

Drydocks alive once again

There’s a sense of urgency at Heddle Shipyards’ graving docks at Port Weller. An urgency that has rarely been matched in the Niagara drydock’s recent history.

Shipyardworker has been on the job 45 years

John Menz has worked at the Port Weller drydocks for more than half of the 83-year history of the facility. Menz grew up in Port...

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...

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