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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.

Brock to mark Black History Month with several events

With Black History Month two days away, events are being planned across the community to celebrate and honour the history of black Canadians. Throughout February,...

Crash victim remembered for strength and sensibility

Nicole Turcotte was a soldier.She juggled two or three jobs at all times, volunteered in the community and was all around a level-headed, figure-it-out...

McGuire got $870,000 retirement pay

The Regional Municipality of Niagara Police Services Board announced Monday it paid Chief Jeff McGuire $870,000 in retirement pay. As well, his work vehicle, computer,...

Three arrested in Falls shooting

Three people have been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred in Niagara Falls early Sunday morning. Police said at approximately 3:30 a.m., officers...

UPDATED: SIU investigate death of St. Catharines man

The SIU is investigating an incident that resulted in the death of a 27-year-old St. Catharines man on Saturday. A release from the Unit said Niagara...

OPP identify bodies of St. Catharines residents

Ontario Provincial Police have identified the bodies of two St. Catharines residents in a double homicide investigation. The bodies were found in Highlands East Township...

NC panel talks pot

In preparation for the launch of Canada’s first postsecondary cannabis production program, Niagara College held a panel to discuss the future of pot in...

Woman sexually assaulted in St. Catharines

A 36-year-old woman was sexually assaulted while walking in St. Catharines on Friday. Police say the incident occurred between 7:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. in...

Falls shooter arrested

A man and woman have been arrested in connection with a Niagara Falls shooting that occurred outside of a local bar on Main St....

Police board chair and vice-chair re-elected

The Regional Municipality of Niagara Police Services Board has re-elected Regional Coun. Bob Gale to serve a fourth term as chair of the Board...

Niagara Food and Wine Expo canned

The annual Niagara Food and Wine Expo won’t be happening this year. The event, which has taken place at the Scotiabank Convention Centre in previous...

OPP find no criminal wrongdoing at NPCA

Ontario Provincial Police say they’ve found no evidence of criminal wrongdoing following an investigation into the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority. The investigation was launched in...

UPDATE: 20-yr-old charged in collision

UPDATE: On Wednesday, police charged 20-year-old Cameron Hobbs of Hamilton with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle in relation to a collision that occurred in...

Today’s weather update (Jan. 25, 2018)

Niagara Now correspondent Joe Crawford gives you the weather and traffic updates for Niagara, plus Joe's daily "DYK (did you know) of the day." Tune in every morning,...

Comic Con gets new sponsor

Niagara Falls Comic Con announced Wednesday it has a new title sponsor: Brock University. “We’re extremely excited to have Brock University on board for Niagara Falls...

Parliament Oak sold

The District School Board of Niagara has sold Parliament Oak. A release from the DSBN today said: “Following a decision by the Board of Trustees, the...

Falls council seeks input on pot cafes

Niagara Falls coffee shops could soon be emitting a purplish haze — like a kettle, steeping a fresh brew of tourism-dollar tea. Niagara Falls council will ask leaders of the...

Round of applause for woman at council

Niagara Falls resident Angela Peebles received a round of applause at city council on Tuesday after giving a powerful presentation on the lack of...

Niagara Falls Council live stream

Watch the Jan. 23 meeting of Niagara Falls city council here. Starts at 5 p.m.

UPDATED: Falls Subway robber wanted

UPDATE: A man has been charged in connection to the robbery of a Subway restaurant in the area of Victoria Ave. and Jepson St. in Niagara...

Niagara College employment expo returns

Niagara College will host its annual All About Options Employment and Education Expo on Jan. 24 and 25, offering students and visitors an opportunity...

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