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Parents blindsided by school boundary change sending St. Davids students to Crossroads next year

A boundary change approved by Niagara’s school board last night will shift about 125 St. Davids Public School students to Crossroads Public School next year — a move some Niagara-on-the-Lake parents argue was rushed and poorly communicated.

Halloween spirit haunts Niagara-on-the-Lake with spook-tacular decorations

That spirit has arrived in Niagara-on-the-Lake, where residents have filled front lawns with elaborate Halloween displays. Skeletons, cobwebs, ghouls and grim reapers share space with creative, personal touches unique to each home.

From Silks to the stands: NOTLers reflects on years of Jays fandom as team returns to the World Series

For sibling owners Jennifer Phelan and Joel Dempsey, who’ve spent nearly 20 years sharing Blue Jays season tickets, baseball isn’t just a pastime — it’s a way of life that’s followed them from behind the bar to behind home plate.

Developer returns to town on plans for 29 homes next to David Secord House

With the David Secord House now severed from the rest of the land at 46 Paxton Ln., thanks to plans coming down the pike to rescue the derelict historic home, a developer is asking to tweak its plans to build 29 housing units on the remaining open land.

Artist plans fundraiser to support mural project celebrating NOTL agriculture

Niagara-on-the-Lake artist and neuroscientist Ron Clavier won his battle against the town’s sign bylaw this past summer. Now, he’s focusing on bringing his large-scale art project, Thanks for the Meal, to life.

Town staff to update telecom tower rules around permits, distance from residents

NOTL lacks a minimum setback distance for cellphone towers from residential areas — unlike other cities and town, such as Hamilton, which requires a minimum of 150 metres.

College support staff strike continues after promising mediation talks fail

With the two sides back at odds, striking staff are still out picketing at Niagara College's Niagara-on-the-Lake campus this week.

Little Hearts Markets goes ‘above and beyond’ with first Jackson-Triggs event

The market's co-founder said it was about more than sales: it was about restoring community support for small Canadian businesses.

Ford’s speed camera cut could cost taxpayers up to $140K next year

Replacing the lost revenue would add about $140,000 to the tax levy for 2026, equal to a 0.8 per cent increase.

Parliament Oak developer gets site permit after ignoring stop-work order

This new permit allows the developer to excavate a specific part of the site to work on what will be the hotel's underground parking area.

Wild West of Wine: Report calls for a new special events bylaw in NOTL

Inconsistent, confusing and without enforcement: those are the findings of a new report prepared on behalf of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, which takes a close look at the municipality's rules for special events.

11th annual pow wow returns to NOTL Native Centre after five-year absence

It was a close call for this year's Niagara Regional Native Centre powwow — the yearly gathering, which saw some organizing troubles, was rescued at the 11th hour by community members who stepped in to save the treasured event.

Late horticulture society member Joanne Young honoured with tree planting

On a sunny afternoon along Lakeshore Road, friends of Joanne Young gathered to honour her memory with a heartfelt tree planting ceremony.

Lions Club helps shoe drive send 20K pairs to families overseas

More than 20,000 pairs of donated shoes were hauled out of a shipping container in St. Davids last Saturday, marking the end of a months-long community effort that will help families overseas build new lives.

Niagara-on-the-Lake keeps pedal pubs dry despite new provincial law

Pedal Pub patrons in Niagara-on-the-Lake won’t be sipping drinks while pedalling anytime soon, after town council voted to maintain its current alcohol-free rules.

NOTL Golf Club celebrates historic 150th year

The sun shone brightly as golfers dressed in period attire, breaking out long skirts, fashionable headgear, tartan regalia and other historic themes to help turn the day into a memorable and remarkable anniversary.

NOTL divided over more than $1.2M paid out in Black and Hummel lawsuits

The legal settlements with John Black and Hummel Properties Inc. have divided people in NOTL, with some calling the more than $1.2 million payout hard to accept and others viewing it as necessary.

Flag lowered, drums lifted: Songs and reflection mark NOTL’s Truth and Reconciliation ceremony

The town administration building and operations building, the NOTL Community Centre and the NOTL Public Library are closed today, Sept. 30, in commemoration of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Letter: Complain about speed cameras, sure; don’t ban them

"Photo radar is only a cash grab to guilty crybabies and Doug Ford’s government, who are incensed that the municipalities have found a revenue stream that the province can’t control (skim?)," writes Brian Emes.

Brock’s Monument closed until spring 2026 for $1.1M restoration

This'll be the monument's first major restoration since 2009, repointing mortar, replacing stone and installing new roofing.

‘Real human contact’: Niagara-on-the-Lake preteen wants his screen-free kids’ club to go nationwide

Many parents worry their kids spend too much time on screens. But when 12-year-old Varnit Rore noticed how screens were negatively affecting his own life and others’, he decided to take action.

Hummel seeks town’s help on $1.4M rebuild of crumbling David Secord House

The developer behind Hummel Properties Inc. is looking to restore and make modifications to the 226-year-old home, also known as the Paxton House.

Niagara says speed cameras will stay until Ford’s ban takes effect

Premier Doug Ford says Ontario will ban municipal automated speed cameras next month — a decision that could bring Niagara Region’s photo radar program to an abrupt end.

Proposed Tanbark Road townhouses raise stormwater concerns in St. Davids

The houses would be built in a row going south from the southeast corner of the York Road intersection. A single-detached home is also proposed just east of the townhouses, fronting York Road.

Businesses will have more ways to advertise in town thanks to new ad policy

The town estimates it'll draw in an extra $66,400 following a revamp of its policy for advertisements and sponsorships posted at municipal facilities.

Parliament Oak developer ignores stop-work order

The Town of NOTL confirmed Tuesday that no permit for the work has been issued and that the developer had yet to comply with the stop-work order.

NOTL settles $1 million lawsuit with Hummel Properties, second major suit in two weeks

The municipality has resolved a nearly four-year legal battle with Hummel Properties Inc., agreeing to a $1-million payout to the St. Davids-based developer.

Editorial: ‘Elect Respect’ starts at the top

"Respect is not earned through motions passed in council chambers — it is earned through conduct, tone and example," writes Richard Harley.

Why did the town pay $225K to settle Black lawsuit?

Coun. Erwin Wiens said Black was a “victim” and the facts left the town little legal ground to stand on: "The fact is, the Blacks were mistreated."

Shaw to tear down houses on Victoria Street to make way for new Royal George

Town council has given approval to tear down two houses on Victoria Street as part of the Shaw Festival’s plan to rebuild the 110-year-old theatre.

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