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NOTL clarifies why it hasn’t declared emergency after back-to-back floods

Niagara-on-the-Lake is responding to what it says are misconceptions about municipal emergency declaration after two extreme rainstorms last week led to widespread flooding in town.

Behind the harvest: NOTL artist turns her brush to Niagara’s agricultural community

The exhibition features portraits of the people whose work contributes to Niagara’s agricultural and wine-growing industries. The opening reception is this Sunday.

What do a million sunflowers look like? Find out at NOTL farm this weekend

On Saturday and Sunday, Ryan Crawford will open his farm to visitors who want to walk among the flowers, all while raising money for Royal Oak Community School.

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

Sunday’s deluge sent knee-deep floodwater through the Legion, destroying 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.

Bikes for Farmworkers an alliance of generosity

One winter day in 2015, local couple Terry and Lynn Weiner were walking their dog Riley in the Commons at Butler’s Barracks in Niagara-on-the-Lake,...

Changes to garbage pickup explored

Every other week garbage pickup could be a reality as early as 2021. Niagara Region Public Works Committee recently approved the inclusion of that option,...

Bill S-203 brings an end to keeping whales and dolphins in captivity

The captivity of dolphins and whales is coming to an end in Canada, with the passing of Bill S-203 in the House of Commons.   The...

Deadline approaches for Niagara Falls Cultural Development Fund

The City of Niagara Falls is encouraging residents to help bring the city to light by offering grants to support cultural development.  Any individuals, groups or organizations with plans for cultural...

Editorial: Lets make 2019 more friendly

It happens to a lot of us in this day and age — we develop a tendency to dislike or even despise people we...

Letter to the editor: Other houses look worse

SUBMITTED BY JANET GUY.OPINION Dear Mr. Harley, Some of your letters to the editor speak disparagingly of Cannery Park in St. Davids. “The finishings in the Model...

Letter to the editor: Virgil needs some spice

SUBMITTED BY ANN HANDELS.OPINION Central Virgil has become the place where architecture goes to die, all creativity crushed beneath the weight of proliferating uniform square...

Letter to the editor: MYAC 2018 recap

SUBMITTED BY BETHANY POLTL.OPINION December of 2018 was a busy month for the Lord Mayor Youth Advisory Council! We are happy to report our Second Annual...

Letter to the editor: Response to Mr. Moorhead

SUBMITTED BY JOHN & PATRICIA, BRAMPTON.OPINION My wife and I have been frequent visitors to Niagara-on-the-Lake for many years and have developed an affinity for...

Possible changes to garbage collection

Niagara Region's public works committee is hoping to make some policy changes to the way garbage is collected.  The main proposal is to implement garbage collection...

Virgil to get first sports bar

Virgil is about to get a new place to watch sports, listen to live music and grab a bite to eat. Bricks & Barley...

Christopher Newton named Officer of Order of Canada

Christopher Newton spent most of his career in a creative role; that didn’t end after retirement. Born in Deal, England on June 11, 1936, Newton...

Chautauqua neighbours coming around to improved Circle Street proposal

Chautauqua residents are slowly coming together in support of a rezoning application for Circle Street. Although they don’t fully support the original proposed dwelling, they do...

VOF Park in Old Town under construction

Voices of Freedom Park on Regent Street was officially opened on Nov. 2, with the goal of celebrating the town’s Black history. However since December of...

Brock viticulture lecture series back for 12th year

The Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) Lecture Series is back for its 12th year, giving people from around the world access to Brock University’s leading...

Humour and Hops brings regular comedy to NOTL

David Green and the Exchange Brewery are pouring a steady flow of comedic entertainment. Each month, Green hosts an evening of laughs - showcasing a...

Niagara Parks Commission board seats left vacant

A void was left where previous chair of the Niagara Parks Commission once sat. As of Nov. 15, 2018, Janice Thomson’s term as chair came...

Niagara winters aren’t consistently cold

It's no secret, this winter's weather has been all over the place. According to The Weather Network, Tuesday's temperature is -2 C but feels like -6 C, a drastic...

Newark Neighbours ready for donations

When Newark Neighbours re-opened Monday morning after a break for the holidays, the thrift shop was bustling with bargain hunters. Within half an hour of opening the doors,...

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