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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.

Canopy Growth partnership promotes higher learning at Niagara College

Niagara College and Canopy Growth announced an educational partnership today which will create placement opportunities and applied research projects for the college's new commercial cannabis production program.

Niagara-filmed movie supports local youth

How far would you go for the people you love? That’s the question explored in the Niagara-made film Fight!, which airs June 22 at the...

Localized flooding around Niagara

A flood warning is in effect for the Niagara Region. The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority said an average of 50 millimetres of mixed snow and rain has...

Chinese restaurant to replace Rooster

Little Red Rooster in Niagara-on-the-Lake is being converted into a Chinese restaurant, expected to open in June. The location will be the third Asian-style restaurant rolled out...

Sexual assault suspect arrested

A 39-year-old man has been charged in connection with a sexual assault that occurred in St. Catharines early Sunday morning. Police said a female victim was picked up...

UPDATED: Suspicious death in downtown St. Catharines

UPDATE: Police have charged a man with second degree murder in connection with a suspicious death in downtown St. Catharines on Friday. The victim was...

PHOTO GALLERY: Surfing glacial tides

Ben Robertson of St. Catharines surfs in the frigid waters of Lake Ontario during an ice storm Saturday (April 14) at Sunset Beach in St. Catharines. Photos submitted by Eunice Tang Photography.

Fentanyl bust in St. Catharines

Two St. Catharines residents were arrested Friday after police observed them violating their court imposed bail conditions, which stemmed from a drug investigation in...

Downed power lines cause blackout in NOTL

Police said strong winds are responsible for downing multiple power lines in Niagara-on-the-Lake Saturday.Two hyrdro poles were blown partially over on Four Mile Creek...

PHOTO GALLERY: Broncos golf ball hunt

Vehicles were lined down Lakeshore Rd. and into the parking lot of Seaway Farms on Saturday as hundreds gathered for a golf ball hunt to raise money for the Humboldt Broncos.

Falls adopts ‘Do Something Good for your Neighbour Day’

Niagara Falls has proclaimed May 16 as "Do Something Good for your Neighbour Day." The movement has spread from the U.S. to a growing number of...

Brock cancels exams as ice storm looms

Some Brock University students will have a few extra days to study for their exams this week, as winter threatens to slam back into...

Welland woman facing fraud charges

A Welland resident is facing fraud charges after allegedly defrauding the Niagara South Federation of Agriculture to the tune of $65,000. Police said the investigation was...

UPDATED: body found at Port Colborne dog park

UPDATE: Niagara Regional Police are still investigating after the body of a 55-year-old woman was discovered a Port Colborne dog park. Police said the body was discovered...

NRP issue Canada-wide arrest warrant

Niagara Regional Police have issued a Canada-wide arrest warrant in connection to an assault that occurred in hotel room in Niagara Falls on Feb....

29th collision at same intersection last straw for NOTL councillors

This story has been updated to include new information from the Region. Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors are demanding change after Thursday saw the 29th car accident in five years...

UPDATE: Police believe elder abuse case has more victims

UPDATE: Niagara Regional Police believe there may be other victims in an elder abuse case that resulted in two arrests Wednesday. Police say the two...

Welland woman facing alleged drug charges

A Welland woman was arrested on multiple alleged drug-related charges Wednesday. Police say the arrest is the result of an investigation into the sale of...

New tax laws could bring boom in breweries

Changes to provincial laws for small breweries could mean an even bigger boom in craft beer production in Niagara. The changes, announced Monday at Amsterdam Brewery in...

Getting in the LOOP with Free Ill

It's not just a record, it's a movement. That's the philosophy behind Free Ill, Niagara's "unified collective" of hip-hop artists, who are set to release their...

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