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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 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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