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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.

The Village gets intoholiday spirit with Christmas lights and garlands

Residents of the Village began spreading holiday cheer this week as they took to the parks to hang Christmas lights and garlands on trees and...

Dan Patterson: The Energizer Bunny of Canadian colleges

Dr. Dan is a perfect nickname for Dan Patterson, the retiring president of Niagara College. That’s what his colleagues and students often call him as...

Yellow Door Theatre offers two new musical productions in December

Virgil’s Yellow Door Theatre Project is presenting two new Canadian musicals in December and artistic director Andorlie Hillstrom is urging everyone to come out and show their support...

St. Marks forum lets councillors meet with parishioners

After three members of the St. Mark’s Anglican Church congregation won seats in the last municipal election, holding a special forum to let parishioners ask questions...

Book document’s NOTL hero who was ‘braver than Laura Secord’

One heroine of Niagara-on-the-Lake easily springs to mind throughout local history – but Lissa Paul is shining a light on another; Eliza Fenwick –...

RiverBrink explores feasibility of expanding

Queenston’s RiverBrink Fine Art Museum is trying to determine whether a future expansion would be viable and it’s laying the groundwork by holding a public open...

A community radio station for NOTL?David Auger thinks it could work

A local radio station may be just what’s missing in a small town like Niagara-on-the-Lake, says David Auger, and that’s why he has initiated...

Region hires new garbage contractor for NOTL

Starting next fall, garbage across Niagara Region will be picked up by two different waste collection companies. Miller Waste Systems Inc. will be collecting garbage...

Indigenous soldiers honoured in Queenston

Two hundred and seven years later, Indigenous warriors were acknowledged for the significant contributions and sacrifices they made in the War of 1812 at a Valour and Victory ceremony held last Saturday.

Shoppers score early Christmas gifts at St. Davids bazaar

Lots of unique craft items were on sale at the annual St. Davids Lioness Christmas Holiday Market, where shoppers could hunt for early Christmas gifts.

The Golden Plunger: Lailey Winery

Betty & Jane Plunger Patrol While travelling along the scenic Niagara Parkway we stopped at Lailey Winery. As you drive up, a beautifully carved totem pole greets you,...

Exploring photos with Jim Smith: Fred Curtis, another barber

Fred Curtis was just one of three barbers we had on Queen Street. In this 1946 painting by Betty Lane, Fred can be seen cutting a...

Photo: A pumping display

The Pumphouse is showcasing the artwork of Welland artist Robert Bora during November, with an exhibit titled “The Things I See.” Through Bora’s oil paintings...

Midget Wolves emerge champions at NOTL Harvest Classic

Submitted by NOTL Minor Hockey Association The NOTL Midget Niagara Lions Club BB team captured gold in their home tournament in early November. The Midget BB Wolves...

Writers Circle founder Hermine Steinberg is leaving for new things

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Writers’ Circle began as a passion project for founder Hermine Steinberg but as she prepares to make the move back to Toronto,...

History Unveiled: The quarrymen of Queenston

Early in the 21st century, one of Niagara’s oldest industrial sites began to undergo a major change. We know it as the Queenston Quarry. The Niagara...

Obituary: Mark Anthony Lepp

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mark on Friday, October 11, 2019 after his short battle with cancer. He leaves...

Obituary: Helle Tupholme

Beloved wife, cherished mother and grandmother, Helle passed away peacefully at her home in Niagara-on-the-Lake on October 30th, 2019. Helle will forever be remembered...

Paw paws: Ontarios tropical fruit youve probably never heard of

A tropical-tasting fruit that’s native to Ontario? It sounds like something entirely made up, but it’s real. It’s called a paw paw (or Asimina triloba),...

Gallery: Decoration Day in NOTL

Niagara-on-the-Lake residents, community partners and volunteers have come together Friday morning to help decorate the town for the upcoming festive season.

Glendale Notes: Niagara on the Green park improvements have begun

Steve Hardaker Community Correspondent For a neighbourhood that has seen an influx of young families, playground improvements that are being implemented in the Niagara on the Green...

Niagara College ranked #1 among Top 50 research schools

Niagara College has been named the number one college for applied research in Canada for 2018. The college scored the top place in the annual Top...

NOTL Newcomers Club opens door to everyone at its monthly meeting

Everyone is invited to learn more about Niagara-on-the-Lake's community organizations during the Community Awareness Meeting held by NOTL Newcomers Club on Wednesday, Nov. 20. The...

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...

NOTL Chamber gives fair visitors Royal treatment

A “royal” surprise awaited visitors to the NOTL Chamber of Commerce’s booth last Thursday at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair – a chance to meet the King. The...

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