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Active sightings keep search for missing greyhound dog alive in NOTL

Luna, a small 12-pound dog, remains missing after reported sightings in the NOTL and Virgil area, according to a missing-dog notice circulating locally

Town backs decentralized offices, plans $150K council chamber revamp

Niagara-on-the-Lake is shelving plans for a larger municipal office in favour of spreading staff across existing town facilities — a move its staff say will help it avoid significant costs.

NOTL could lose key council powers before election. Here’s the backup plan

With one month to go until nominations close for the municipal election, the town is preparing for the possibility that council could temporarily lose some of its power until the election is over.

Pumphouse Pride month event postponed after backlash, protest threats

A source who reached out to The Lake Report, an artist who we've chosen not to name, said the Pumphouse received a threat regarding the event from Canadian white nationalist group the Second Sons.

$218K clears major hurdle for Irish Harp to reopen patio

The Irish Harp is one step away from keeping its popular back patio for good. But first came months of debate, a major shift in thinking at town hall and a $218,000 price tag for three parking spaces.

NOTL’s population rise key factor in first-ever parks and rec master plan

Book clubs, community gardening and letter writing are just some of the activities Niagara-on-the-Lake's parks and recreation department is thinking of adding to its itinerary over the next 10 years — and it wants these activities to attract NOTLers ages eight to 80.

Shaw Festival’s Spiegeltent to close at end of September

The end is near for the Shaw Festival’s Spiegeltent in Niagara-on-the-Lake, with its final show scheduled for Sept. 28. After that, it'll be returning to its original home in Belgium.

$290K allocated for NOTL playground upgrades, construction to start this year

If the weather allows it, the Simcoe Park playground will be installed by the end of the year, while Memorial Park’s playground will be replaced in spring 2026. 

Artist Nancy Wardle shows off her talent in real time at Queenston Pottery

Nancy Wardle will be at the Queenston Pottery in Niagara-on-the-Lake until Sept. 1 as part of the shop's visiting artist program, showing visitors the ins and outs of her craft.

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s U.S. visitors, in their own words

U.S. travellers are still visiting Niagara-on-the-Lake in high numbers, despite a sharp decline in traffic from Canada to the States. We asked some of them what brought them to town, how they travelled and how they enjoyed their stay.

When, and why now, region reported NOTL speed camera vandalism remains unclear

Initially, the region would not say whether it had ever reported vandalism of the camera to police — only after a follow-up email from The Lake Report did it confirm incidents in July were reported.

Solmar seeks land designation change and panhandle access at Rand Estate

This comes after the Ontario Land Tribunal sent Benny Marotta’s company Solmar back to the drawing board last October to re-evaluate its plans for 172-unit subdivision on the Rand Estate, following a lengthy trial in 2024.

‘Sleuth’ slated for Shaw Festival’s 2026 season at new venue, Queen Street’s old court house

Other highlights include the Broadway musical “Funny Girl,” opening April 24 at the Festival Theatre under the direction of Eda Holmes, and the farce “One for the Pot,” directed by Chris Abraham and set to premiere May 27.

‘Historical’ design for St. Davids roundabout chosen over ‘contemporary’ option in survey

The people have spoken: St. Davids' new roundabout should have a historical, more low-key look to it. Niagara Region released survey results on Wednesday on the design of the planned roundabout.

More secondary suites for NOTL? Town asks locals for regulation ideas

NOTL is expanding its rules around accessory dwellings in town, also known as secondary suites, and it wants to hear from the public about what those rules should be.

Have your say and shape how kids play — NOTL invites votes on playground upgrades

The projects replace equipment installed in 2005 at Memorial Park and 1997 at Simcoe Park. Both were approved for replacement through past council budget cycles.

The Turner Report: When wireless was also clueless

"We will be questioned, if not laughed at. Who would put a cell tower on the very shore where the War of 1812 was fought?"

Textile artist invites viewers to ‘bathe in the forest’ at Niagara Pumphouse

Running Sept. 3 to 29, the show features a collection of textile and fabric-based works that reflect the artist’s experimental approach to dyeing, printing and combining different materials.

By kids, for kids: Art contest brings young creatives off devices, into community

The student-run Nature, Play and Mind Club is encouraging fellow young people to ditch their devices and enjoy what the outside world has to offer.

High volume of markets may create challenges for vendors and organizers, says organizer

The abundance of local vendors, businesses and venues allows Niagara to host many farmers’ market-style events, but one organizer says it may come at the expense of quality experiences.

Bake sale in Virgil supports reuniting lost pets and their owners

Helping out never tasted sweeter, as treats ranging from s'mores bars, butter tarts and cookies were on sale at the Meridian Credit Union Arena this past weekend to support animal rescue efforts.

New Royal George Theatre renderings show plans to obscure Queen Street fly tower

In response to a question about the fly tower — a point of controversy due to its proposed height and impact on the heritage landscape — Jennings said the updated design make it less visible on Queen Street.

Hot, dry summer leaves Niagara peach yield smaller, but sweeter

Harvest starts in mid-July and runs into September, with every peach hand-picked, using ladders and harnesses when needed, then transported, packed and sold.

Teamwork makes the dream work: NOTL Sports Wall of Fame honours two local legends

Niagara-on-the-Lake's Sports Wall of Fame is adding two new faces to its long row of local figures who've made their mark in the athletic world.

Hot items ready for Grace United Church’s annual festival market

It’s the annual festival market, featuring a vast array of jams, jellies and sauces plus a bake sale, treasures sale and a silent auction. Either before or after, treat yourself to a breakfast at the food tent.

Open-air burn ban lifted in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Citing recent rain and favourable weather conditions in the forecast, Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire & Emergency Services has lifted the open-air burn ban after it was enacted on Aug. 11.

NOTL committee OKs merger of Glencairn Hall land and developer Marotta’s next-door property

The committee of adjustment has given its thumbs up to plans to bring together a portion of the Glencairn Hall property with a plot of land next door.

Politics left at the border as Niagara-on-the-Lake welcomes ‘our U.S. neighbours’

While the political climate has made some Canadians reluctant to head south of the border, it hasn’t stopped several Americans from crossing north, a few making Niagara-on-the-Lake a key stop.

First human case of West Nile virus in Niagara reported

In an Aug. 21 news release, the Niagara Region urged all residents and visitors to protect themselves from mosquito bites. 

NOTL’s rural speed limit dropping to 70 km/h this week

Town staff will install the 70 km/h signs starting Aug. 25 and Niagara Regional Police will begin enforcing the new speed limit once the signs are up.

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