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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.

St. Catharines youth forum on the power of voice

St. Catharines' youth advisory committee is hosting its youth forum at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre on May 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30...

Brock to announce Caribbean student scholarship in St. Catharines twin city, Port of Spain

Brock University President Gervan Fearon will travel to the Caribbean May 19 to 23 to meet with institutional partners and alumni and to announce...

Town staff to do noise bylaw review

Despite a noise bylaw that was approved after extensive consultation and debate six years ago, Niagara-on-the-Lake still has difficulty handling the large number of...

NC students win two gold medals at Skills Ontario competition

Niagara College students took home two gold medals for mastery of culinary arts and hairstyling at the 2018 Skills Ontario Competition, held at the Toronto Congress...

Author Elizabeth Murray to share memoirs of parent who lived with dementia

The Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region will welcome Canadian author Elizabeth Murray for a special presentation about her experiences living with a parent with...

Step Challenge aims to get feet moving in NOTL

If you live or work in Niagara-on-the-Lake, it's time to get moving. The Town is once again offering rewards to those who participate in its...

No life jacket for indoor pool

Coun. Paolo Miele wasn't able to keep a report on the feasability of an indoor pool in Niagara-on-the-Lake afloat for the future, despite reassuring council that...

DISERO: “You’ve bought another month.”

An attempt to have the Town move forward on a heritage designation for Randwood Estate failed at town council Monday, when Coun. Betty Disero...

What’s open and closed Victoria Day in St. Catharines?

Victoria Day holiday weekend marks the opening of some of the community’s favourite summer activities. Parks and trails Regular maintenance at City parks and trails began...

Buying and discharging fireworks: What you need to know

St. Catharines Deputy Fire Chief Frank Biancucci is warning St. Catharines resident to be safe, use common sense and follow the City’s rules for using fireworks...

Brock set to host Canadian Fencing National Championships

More than 1,000 of the top fencing athletes in the country will descend on Brock University this week as the Canadian Fencing National Championships...

Virgil Stampede returns Saturday

The three-day Virgil Stampede opens Saturday with something for everyone in the family, including the popular midway rides, lots of entertainment for kids and the smashing...

Firefighters Association gives Chromebooks to students

Students from Saint Davids Public School got a tech upgrade in May, courtesy of the St. Davids Firefighters Association. The Association purchased 10 additional Google Chromebooks...

NOTL Legion celebrating 90th anniversary

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124 in Niagara-on-the-Lake is celebrating its 90th anniversary on Saturday. It was in 1918, after the November 11 armistice of...

SORE “expects” NOTL town council to proceed on MHC recommendations

A group called Save Our Rand Estate, which hopes to prevent a proposed six-storey hotel from being built in Niagara-on-the-Lake, is encouraging residents to make...

Niagara Foundation to purchase half-interest in NOTL “Wilderness”

The Niagara Foundation is hoping to buy a half-interest in a historically designated property at 407 King St. in Niagara-on-the-Lake to protect it from...

Girl raises $350 for kittens surgery selling bracelets

A young girl from Niagara-on-the-Lake has raised more than $350 for a kitten that needs eye surgery by selling pipe-cleaner bracelets. The kitten, named Darcy, suffers...

Brock alumni appointed Toronto Maple Leafs GM

For many Brock University Sport Management students, becoming the general manager of a professional sports franchise is the ultimate career goal. That dream career path...

Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle in St. Catharines

A 33-year-old man from Ajax was pronounced dead in hospital Thursday morning after being struck by 2017 Dodge Caravan in St. Catharines. The collision occurred...

Regional candidates from all ridings will debate healthcare at four events in May

Four Niagara-based organizations have invited local candidates to debate healthcare at four public events in May held in St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Welland and...

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