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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.

History in the Vineyard to support two local organizations

Fundraising efforts are made stronger when organizations come together – that’s why the Friends of Fort George and the Niagara Historical Society are joining...

Ceremony remembers Indigenous veterans

A ceremony honouring and remembering Indigenous veterans is being held at the Landscape of Nations Memorial on Saturday, Nov. 16. Hosted by Niagara Parks, the...

Town approves additional $83,000 for nursery school

Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors have approved additional funding for the Niagara Nursery School expansion after they were told about the need for child care in town. The extra $83,200 will come from...

Bethany Mennonite Church slings borscht, blankets and baked goods at annual bazaar

Borscht, blankets and baked goods go hand-in-hand for Bethany Mennonite Church’s annual Borscht Lunch Bazaar, which drew in about 300 people last Saturday. The church...

Wing family honours father lost in war

This year marks 75 years since the tragic death of Robert Wing during the Second World War, and on Monday during the Remembrance Day...

Tidbits: Decoration Day, forum with councillors, cybersecurity workshop

Friday is official Decoration Day Decoration Day in NOTL is this Friday, Nov. 15. Residents are invited to help decorate Queen Street and other primary...

Council lets controversial AC unit stay near homes

St. David’s Cold Storage’s controversial air-conditioning unit has been approved by NOTL council. Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors okayed allowing the industrial air-conditioning unit to remain outside the facility despite complaints from...

Chartwell Niagaracited for previouspatient altercations

A Niagara-on-the-Lake long-term care home, where an altercation between two residents has led to a manslaughter charge, has been the subject of two “critical...

Something to Sing About: Music Niagara launches ChoralFest Saturday

David Israelson Special to The Lake Report Music lovers are in for a special treat as Music Niagara launches its first ChoralFest, kicking off Saturday,...

St. Catharines Tree of Little Angels toy drive looking for support

The annual St. Catharines Tree of Little Angels gift drive is now collecting new, unwrapped toys and gifts for local children. The city of...

Falls man, 26, arrested for stealing poppy boxes, and fraud

A 26-year-old Niagara Falls man was arrested on Remembrance Day for stealing poppy boxes, amongst other crimes including fraud. Police said they were called to a...

Snowy gathering at cenotaph

For those who came out to pay their respects at the Remembrance Day ceremonies Monday, snowy weather shouldn’t have been a problem as they could warm...

Gallery: Remembrance Day marked in NOTL

A Remembrance Day ceremony was held at the Old Town cenotaph in Niagara-on-the-Lake Monday morning.

Remembrance Day: Memories of wartime Britain, 1942

Jean Baker Special to The Lake Report Christmas 1942 in wartime Britain was marked by austerity measures. Food and clothing rationing, a minimal petrol allowance for cars,...

Niagara College’s heritage beer JUNO re-released for Remembrance Day

Niagara College re-released Juno, a wartime-inspired beer, for Remembrance Day.

Exploring Photos: Regimental inspection on Queen St.

The Royal Canadian Regiment, ofter referred to as the "RCR," is seen being inspected in this 1939 picture. After the war, every Nov. 11 we schoolchildren from Parliament...

Kickoff the the holidays with Van Noort Florists’ Open House Under the Stars

Van Noort florists is opening its doors for a holiday season kickoff event – under the stars. On Nov. 15 from 5 p.m. to 8...

Music Niagara’s Choral Fest first of its kind in region

Music Niagara will bring a collection of choirs together for its first-ever ChoralFest – featuring eight concerts by nine choirs performed over 10 days. From Nov....

Glendale Notes: Info meeting Nov. 20 for new phase of district plan

Steve Hardaker Community Correspondent Last week, we learned about Glendale and Niagara Region’s project to develop the Glendale Niagara District Plan, a proactive development strategy. Phase 1,...

Purple Ribbon Gala aims to end stigma of epilepsy

  Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Carson Tucker says he is planning the Purple Ribbon Gala in January to raise money and awareness for “severely underfunded” Epilepsy Canada. Tickets for the black...

Sparks write letters to NOTL veterans for Remembrance Day

Leslie MoulsonSpecial to The Lake Report   The Niagara-on-the-Lake Sparks wrote and decorated post cards for 20 veterans in the area at their meeting on Nov....

Good food and fun at United Church bazaar

The atmosphere was friendly, the soup was hot and people were welcoming at the annual St. Davids-Queenston United Church bazaar on Saturday.

Town workers’ chili cook-off helps United Way

Niagara-on-the-Lake town staff celebrated Halloween while raising money for a good cause.

NOTL Pickleball Club adds new indoor courts

Niagara-on-the-Lake's Pickleball Club is now providing six indoor courts during the fall/winter season.

Gallery: Open mic at the Legion

The second monthly open mic was held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124 on Sunday, Nov. 3.

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