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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.

IN-DEPTH: ‘Bird bangers’ least effective choice long-term, researchers say

Propane cannons, commonly known as bird cannons or bird bangers, have been used for deterring birds from agricultural crops for years, but many experts say they are only effective in the short-term or when used in conjunction with other deterrents.

NOTL senior charged with manslaughter in death of Chartwell resident

A 74-year-old man from Niagara-on-the-Lake is facing a charge of manslaughter after the death of a 94-year-old woman at Chartwell Niagara Long Term Care...

Obituary: Businessman, community builder, Dave Wall dies at 91

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Dave Wall died at age 91 on Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Greater Niagara General Hospital. A prominent business owner and sportsman, he operated Wall’s Furniture...

NOTL teens continuing climate strikes until town declares emergency

Two NOTL teenagers plan to continue holding monthly climate strikes until the town declares a climate emergency. Hazel Norris and Molly Shara, both 13 and...

Youth Advisory Council holds team-building workshop

The Lord Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council held its first team building and leadership training workshop recently. Along with Coun. Clare Cameron, the town’s engagement co-ordinator, Lauren Kruitbosch,...

Newark Neighbours expands to help school food program

Newark Neighbours has expanded its mandate and is now offering help to non-profit groups not only in Niagara-on-the-Lake but across the region. Newark has partnered with Food4Kids Niagara and has...

Garbage delays continue to plague senior

Frustrated and fed up, Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Kaspar Pold was threatening to bring his uncollected garbage to the town hall Monday after he once again had to deal with garbage...

NOTL Museum expanding, asks town for budget increase

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum has long been underfunded and it is now asking for a “final major increase” in the town’s 2020 budget, the museum’s curator told council’s the committee...

Flu shot made easier with virtual reality headsets

Niagara-on-the-Lake pharmacists are urging residents to get their flu shots now – and one pharmacy is using new technology to ease nervous patients through the door. Julie...

Survey shows The Lake Report is #1 among NOTL readers

Kevin MacLean Managing Editor We asked and you answered.  Nearly 500 readers participated in The Lake Report’s first readership survey this fall and we are indebted to...

Trees howled down on Halloween night

Not long after witches and goblins took to the streets on Halloween night, some scary weather blew through Niagara. High winds caused downed trees and branches around NOTL...

NOTL senior, 74, charged with manslaughter in death of 94-year-old nursing home resident

A 74-year-old man from Niagara-on-the-Lake is facing a charge of manslaughter after the death of a 94-year-old woman at Chartwell Niagara Long Term Care Residence...

Strong winds cause downed trees, power outages

Niagara saw some wicked weather on Halloween.

Gallery: NOTL fire halls celebrate Halloween

Two of Niagara-on-the-Lake's fire halls opened their doors last Thursday night for their annual Halloween celebrations.

Iron scow shifts toward falls after Thursday’s severe weather

Severe weather conditions experienced over Halloween night caused the iconic iron scow lodged in the Niagara River to shift significantly. The steel copper bottomed sand...

Letter: Kudos to Pillar and Post for design of new garden

Dear editor: Having criticized Vintage Hotels in the past for its failure to protect and preserve the existing trees on the site as it moves...

Jam Queen Kim McQuhae wins Premier Exhibitor at Winter Fair

Kim McQuhae of Gryphon Ridge Highlands on Larkin Road has made a name for herself with exotic and obscure jams – now she’s being officially recognized as the Premier Exhibitor for Jams and Jellies at this year’s Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.

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