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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.

80km/h wind warning in Niagara

The government of Canada issued a special weather statement for Niagara residents on Tuesday at 10:51 a.m. The statement said on Tuesday that Niagara residents can...

Jonathan Frakes, a.k.a. Commander Riker, coming to Niagara Falls Comic Con in 2018

Jonathan Frakes will be at Niagara Falls Comic Con in 2018. Frakes, perhaps best known best for his portrayal of Captain Picard’s "number one" (Commander...

The Wind in the Willows comes to life in December

The first-ever musical production of the classic children’s story The Wind in the Willows will hit the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre from Dec. 15...

An end to empty classrooms

Niagara College students, and those around the province, are back to school Tuesday morning, after a faculty strike that lasted five weeks was brought...

Former “dragon” David Chilton joins panel of judges for Brock’s Monster Pitch competition

Former "dragon" and author of The Wealthy Barber series David Chilton will join the panel of judges at Brock University's “Monster Pitch” competition in 2018. Monster...

Women in Business Awards recipients

The Women in Business Awards, presented by the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce, took place Friday afternoon at Crowne Plaza in Niagara Falls, recognizing...

Monday Punday with David Green: Nov. 20, 2017

What's up with comedy this week in Niagara?David Green will be MCing at Showtime Comedy Club in St. Catharines this Friday and Saturday with headliner...

GALLERY: WFOL draws crowd, even in the rain

The opening ceremonies for the 35th annual Winter Festival of Lights were soggy and muddy on Saturday, though it didn’t stop the pyrotechnics from firing or the crowd from coming out to see this year’s eight-kilometre illuminated route lit up. It did, however, end the fireworks soon after they began.

Tomorrow’s Voices choir for kids to perform first show at FirstOntario PAC

Choir Nation’s kids choir “Tomorrow’s Voices” will perform their first concert Wednesday at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre. The choir, composed of children ages seven...

Man, 20, suffers life-threatening injuries after crash

Police are asking businesses in the area of Taylor Rd. in Niagara-on-the-Lake to check their surveillance footage after an Audi SUV struck a culvert,...

GALLERY: Niagara Falls Santa Claus Parade 2017

It might have been misty and cloudy out, but it didn't stop the crowds from coming to watch the Niagara Falls Santa Claus parade on Saturday.

Niagara Falls man making documentary about addiction

John “Johny” Moore of Niagara Falls is traveling the world to make a documentary about addiction.The 34-year-old spent more than 15 years with serious addictions to a...

Niagara band headed on first UK tour

Not even a month after releasing their latest album On a Chain, Niagara-based band Heavy Hearts have announced they will be heading out on a UK...

Human remains found in Fort Erie

Niagara Regional Police said a member of the public discovered "what they believed to be" human remains on Wednesday near the Friendship Trail in...

UPDATE: Ontario government steps in to end college strike

UPDATE: The Ontario government said it will be taking steps to end the strike and that students should be back to school by Monday. ORIGINAL: Ontario...

What’s on in Niagara Falls this weekend?

Here’s a list of events happening in Niagara Falls over the weekend. Friday: - Women in Business Awards, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Crowne Plaza,...

Curbside pickup delays across Niagara

If your leaf bags don’t get picked up on their regular collection day this week, don’t worry, they should be picked up by Saturday. The...

Ontario students suing colleges for tuition refund

Students affected by the province-wide college faculty strike have had enough of not having class. On Tuesday, Charney Lawyers of Toronto, representing 500,000 college students...

Women in Business Awards this Friday

The Women in Business Awards is coming up this Friday, recognizing the leadership and success of women in Niagara’s business community. The awards, presented by...

Julia Pieroway was “the life of the party”

Even though her life ended far too early, Julia Pieroway left a big imprint on those around her.The 20-year-old Welland woman, described by friends as...

College faculty to vote on ending province-wide strike

Colleges teachers across the province will be voting Tuesday and depending on the results college students might have even longer to wait before they can...

Community Outreach puts out lottery calendars for 2018

It’s not just a calendar, it’s a way to warm the belly of somebody in need — and it might just win you a...

Gallery: Frightmare in the Falls takes over Scotiabank Centre

The first-ever Frightmare in the Falls took over the Scotiabank Conventional Centre during the weekend, offering horror fans a chance to check out 50,000 square feet of horror-themed displays, vendors, movie props, panels, plus the chance to meet celebrities from classic horror films.

Collision in Niagara Falls claims life of 20-year-old woman

A single-vehicle collision in Niagara Falls has claimed the life of a 20-year-old female. Police said the single-vehicle collision occurred around 2:15 a.m. on Sunday, when a 2003...

Armed man in hotel causes police to shut down St. Catharines’ downtown

Niagara Regional Police shut down part of downtown St. Catharines Saturday afternoon after reports of an armed male located in a 6th floor unit...

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