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Covered, waiting, shut out or going it alone: NOTL residents face flood losses

Sunday’s deluge sent knee-deep floodwater through the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124 in Niagara-on-the-Lake, destroying main-floor drywall, toppling freezers and damaging a century-old flag, photo albums and historical records.

Two floods could mean two claims — and higher rates

The Lake Report contacted three local insurance brokerages after the first storm to understand the number and cost of claims, what water coverage means and how residents should respond.

NOTL flood damage unknown as provincial relief remains vague

Now, after two major storms in six days, the full toll remains unknown and possible provincial assistance has no dollar amount, eligibility rules or application process.

NOTL Votes 2026: Maria Mavridis hopes to keep the public informed next council term

Maria Mavridis, who was elected to council for the first time in 2022, is once again throwing her hat into the ring of this fall's election, hoping to serve another term.

NOTL Votes 2026: Andrew Niven seeks first elected council term

Coun. Andrew Niven is running for Niagara-on-the-Lake council this fall, seeking voters’ support for the first time since he was appointed to the role nearly two years ago.

Moo Let’s Talk Day at Cows raises $500 for mental health awareness

It was about mental health on Friday at Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Cows ice cream shop — 100 per cent.

Local cyclist in Italy for gruelling races

Jenny Brown is a friendly and familiar face to regulars at the gym at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre, as a coach and trainer, but...

Legion presenting local schools with awards during month of March

For the month of March, The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124 in Niagara-on-the-Lake is giving awards to local schools as part of its annual...

Letter to the editor: Newark Neighbours needs your help

SUBMITTED BY CINDY GRANT, NEWARK NEIGHBOURS. Our farm workers are starting to arrive back in town and are asking for these items in our Thrift...

Home Show returns to NOTL

The parking lot of Crossroads Public School in Niagara-on-the-Lake was packed Saturday afternoon, as the 11th annual Home, Garden and Craft Show brought the community together to raise funds for the Virgil school. Some cars were even parked along Niagara Stone Road.

Spirit of Niagara celebrates community

The Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Spirit of Niagara Awards Tuesday, recognizing individuals and businesses for achievements and community contributions to Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Documentary risks everything at History Museum

Fighting for freedom, African-American’s who journeyed to Canada are documented in Risking Everything: A Story of Niagara’s Freedom Seekers. The Niagara Historical Society and...

New Virgil LCBO set to open Thursday

Bottoms up — The new LCBO in Virgil will officially open for business on Thursday, March 7. At 10:30 a.m. community members will gather to celebrate...

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