A hotel next door. A tax bill that makes you question what you’re getting. Parked cars that block your view of the road. For residents who shared their thoughts with The Lake Report, the municipal election comes down to decisions they can feel close to home.
In its Oct. 13, 2022 election edition, The Lake Report outlined the top issues facing voters, including regional taxes, overdevelopment, tourism management and transparency. Four years later, many of those same concerns remain part of the conversation.
Looking at the participation of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s eligible voters during the last four election cycles, turnout has tended to oscillate between either slightly less than or slightly more than half of the eligible population of electors casting their ballots.
Most people know this lifelong Niagara-on-the-Lake resident as Karen Taylor-Jones. But as a candidate for town council in the upcoming election, she is listed and will appear on the ballot as Karen Jones-Taylor.
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents' Association spent weeks putting election candidates in the hot seat. But when it comes to telling voters who deserves a seat at the table, the group is staying out of it.
Medical science has made strides understanding concussions and brain injuries, which is why St. Davids resident Dow Wright says he was eager to listen to Dr. William Brown’s Infohealth talk last Wednesday afternoon – to learn how previous sports-related concussions might impact his memory now.
Steve Hardaker
Community Correspondent
A small but very inquisitive group of residents met with Lord Mayor Betty Disero at the Holiday Inn Express in Glendale for her...
In his letter to the editor published on Feb. 13 (“NOTL council continues poor financial planning”), former town councillor Jamie Slingerland questioned why Coun. Clare...
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...
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has appointed a second deputy fire chief.
St. Davids resident Darren Trostenko, a 30-year volunteer firefighter for NOTL, will now serve as a...
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is looking at implementing a land-use planning system that would allow more “certainty” when it comes to preserving the character...
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.
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...
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.
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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.”
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 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...
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.
