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‘Not the work of one day’: NOTL marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Commemorative efforts in Niagara-on-the-Lake spanned from the raising of a flag outside town hall to education efforts at elementary schools and the museum, hoping to create a lasting impact on the public's awareness of all chapters of Indigenous history in Canada.

Niagara school board candidates on their aims, visions and Bill 101 concerns

The Lake Report asked the nominees for trustees what their top three priorities would be as a school board trustee, why they decided to run and what they would like to change or fix at the school board level.

NOTL prestige: Revé earns a place on Michelin Guide’s recommended list

This year's Toronto Michelin Guide, which was released Sept. 22, added 11 restaurants from southern Ontario to its "Recommended" list, including one new local dining spot: Revé, which opened in Old Town last year.

NOTL Votes 2026: No softballs for council hopefuls at residents’ debate

During the latest debate for council candidates hosted on Friday, the six participating candidates were asked about developers, post-flooding plans and their approach to strong mayor powers.

Richard Meloen named this year’s Living Landmark by Niagara Foundation

Before retiring almost 20 years ago, Rick Meloen, says he knew relatively little about the history of Niagara-on-the-Lake, which he's lived in all his life. Today, however, he has plenty of irons in the fire in an effort to keep the town's storied past alive.

Brock joins forces with Niagara data analytics company on text mining research

When scrolling through your social media feed, it’s not uncommon to come across an ad for a restaurant in your area, a service you’ve...

Port Colborne teacher arrested for luring teens

A 41-year-old Port Colborne teacher was arrested Thursday for alleged sexual exploitation charges involving students aged 16 and 17. Police and school resource officers were...

Brock chemists partner with biodiesel company to boost production process

Switching from coal, oil and other fossil fuels to energy derived from plants and animal waste is a crucial climate change strategy — but...

Welland man charged with trafficking fentanyl

Niagara Regional Police arrested a 65-year-old Welland man on multiple alleged trafficking-related charges on Monday. Luciano Dicato is charged with possession of fentanyl for the...

Photo: Piping down the sunset

Around 200 people gathered at Ryerson Park Saturday to celebrate the life of longtime local Ramsay Morrison. The celebration saw Scottish dancers, shortbread and...

RANDWOOD: Part 2: Stone walls

The Randwood Estate story gets even more complex when the timeline is considered — Two Sisters Resort Corp. has a development application waiting for...

Editorial: Protecting NOTL’s bank swallows

Just off the corner of Lakeshore Road in Old Town, there is a paradise many locals know about called Niagara Shores Park.The area, now...

Two St. Catharines residents among first 147 ‘space politicians’

Two St. Catharines locals will be helping shape the future of space law, as members of the elected international Members of Parliament for the "space kingdom"...

Lakeshore Road treatment plant to open in August

A $43.2 million wastewater treatment plant on Lakeshore Road in Niagara-on-the-Lake is expected to be operational in August. There have been two official launches of...

St. Davids not ready to give up its pool

St. Davids residents want to ensure there is some discussion about the future of the village swimming pool before it's closed and replaced with...

Local entrepreneur could have next Trivial Pursuit

SPONSORED Sitting down with Al Huberts, you quickly realize he could entertain you for hours with stories of things he’s invented, books he’s written and...

Council gives nod to urban tree bylaw

Niagara-on-the-Lake residents "overwhelmingly" support a tree bylaw that would apply to private property in urban areas, and council supports having one passed before the...

Voices of Freedom Park to open in September

During the many occasions when the public was asked about the future of the former lawn bowling greenspace on Regent Street, one concept was repeatedly...

Pickleball to get outdoor courts in Virgil

Despite a request to retain the Virgil courts for tennis, Niagara-on-the-Lake town council has decided to reconstruct them to provide six pickleball courts. Representing the...

Council says yes to Randwood designation

The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake will initiate heritage designation of the historic Randwood Estate, despite a warning that adopting an "intrusive" and "punitive" approach would...

Laura Secord Walk a great way to boost numbers for Step Challenge

For those looking to get some miles in for NOTL’s Step Challenge, there will be a great opportunity June 23, when the Laura Second...

Drum Down the Sun returns for Summer Solstice

Around the world, societies throughout the ages have celebrated the Summer Solstice in different ways. In Niagara, it’s now become a tradition for many residents...

Man charged in Fort Erie stabbing

Police have arrested a man in relation to a stabbing and police involved shooting that took place on May 18 within the Urgent Care Centre...

Police lay charges in ‘historic’ sexual assault, believe there may be additional victims

Niagara Regional Police believe there may be additional victims in relation to a series of sexual assaults which allegedly occurred between 1974 and 1976. Police...

Gates wins Falls riding with more than 50 per cent of votes

NDP MPP Wayne Gates will be back at Queen’s Park representing Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake and Fort Erie for another term, this time as a...

Dog park would encourage healthy, active lifestyle and not just for the dogs

In this day of municipalities recognizing the importance of healthy lifestyles, a dog park could be considered an option to encourage residents to become more...

Niagara ball hockey player heads to Moscow with Team Canada

For as long as Marissa "Mullsy" McMullan can remember, she always wanted to play professional hockey. From the time she was two years-old in her...

NOTL Cats to hold silent auction

NOTL Cats Rescue will hold a silent auction fundraiser this Saturday and Sunday at Pet Valu in Virgil. The event will also double as a birthday...

Councillors move forward to designate Randwood Estate

After months of heated discussions about town-driven heritage designation for the historic Randwood Estate on John Street, including buildings and landscaping, councillors have moved...

Lepp distillery proposes fruit waste solution

Since CanGro canning factory in St. Davids closed in 2008, a significant amount of fruit mash and soft fruit has been tossed back into...

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