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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.

Today is Take Our Kids to Work day

Today is Take Our Kids to Work day, meaning grade nine students across the country will be joining their parents or guardians into the...

UPDATE: Police say Falls man faces no charges in relation to “sudden death” investigation

UPDATE 2:  Police are now saying that 34-year-old James Bishop has been released from police custody, unconditionally and without any charges.  Police released an update at 3:46...

Halloween candy thief arrested in Niagara Falls

A 17-year-old girl was arrested at around 8:15 Halloween night for allegedly stealing candy from a 14-year-old boy, say Niagara Regional Police. Police say the...

NRPS: Man’s sudden death in Niagara Falls sparks investigation

Police say they are investigating the sudden death of a 55-year-old man in Niagara Falls after emergency responders were called to a home in...

WonderFalls Pass available Wednesday for Sleep Cheap participants

The annual Sleep Cheap Charities Reap event is approaching and with it comes the WonderFalls Pass, which gives Niagara residents the opportunity to visit...

Good sign for new Niagara Falls hospital

Plans to build a new Niagara Falls hospital are moving forward and Niagara Health is working on options to keep the Welland hospital open, said...

Niagara’s first social media awards launch Thursday

Niagara Falls' first ever social media awards will take place in December, and coordinators are ramping up to the event by hosting a launch party for "The Socials" this...

The WORKS is making Reese stuffed burgers, topped with Reese

How do you know when you’ve gone too far with a recipe? The answer is when you’ve taken a Reese peanut butter cup stuffed with...

UPDATE: NRPS: Wanted bank robber strikes in Niagara Falls

UPDATE: Police say a man who allegedly robbed a bank in Niagara Falls has been arrested. They say the suspect, Jeffrey Gorsline, was arrested...

Future of Fort Erie’s historic trains narrowed to 10 options

The town of Fort Erie is deciding what to do with the historical CN 6218 steam locomotive and caboose which have been outside of...

Port Dalhousie chosen as set of “Anne” because St. Catharines is a “twin city” to Port of Spain

Port Dalhousie is currently hosting a large film crew who have turned the small St. Catharines port into what looks like a tropical island.

Halloween safety tips for parents

Halloween can be one of the most fun days of the year for a child — running around getting candy, or taking a spooky...

First cement poured at new luxury condo development near Thundering Waters

The cement is being poured for a new luxury condo development near Thundering Waters Golf Club.

Police seek help identifying thieves targeting NOTL residences

Police are seeking the assistance of the public to identify two suspects who appear to be actively targeting Niagara-on-the-Lake residences in a theft crime spree.Police...

Niagara Falls getting first pedestrian crossover

Niagara Falls is getting its first pedestrian crossover on McLeod Rd. at the north end of the Warren Woods trail. The crossover is to be installed before...

Niagara Regional Police see 4.5 per cent increase in budget for 2018

Niagara Regional Police say following an “unprecedented and exhaustive review,” that the service has received approval for its 2018 budget from the Police Service...

Local band Heavy Hearts releases new album Friday

Niagara band Heavy Hearts releases their new album On a Chain on Friday and say they have some “big things” coming up in the new...

Brock cracks down on students during Halloween

Brock University is upping its police presence this Halloween, hiring 14 extra police officers and 10 extra “special constables” to be on campus from Oct. 26...

Gord Downie tribute show hits Niagara Falls in December

A Gord Downie tribute show will hit the Falls in December, paying tribute to Canada’s iconic band The Tragically Hip and its late singer...

Niagara Falls city offering healthy alternative to candy this Halloween

Looking for something safe to hand out for Halloween? Something that’s not filled with sugar? Well, you're in luck because the city of Niagara Falls is doing...

Falls council unanimously supports bill to create a ministry of mental health and addictions in Ontario

Niagara Falls council unanimously supported a bill that would join as many as 11 mental health ministries together to create a standalone ministry of mental health...

Brock Badgers men’s lacrosse headed to national championship

The Brock Badgers men's lacrosse team is hoping to continue the success of an undefeated season as they head to the first round of the Canadian University Field Lacrosse...

Police expect “more charges” in relation to fentanyl trafficking arrest

Niagara Regional Police anticipate “more charges in the near future” as a result of an investigation that led to the arrest of a Pelham...

Three new high-end hotels approved for Niagara Falls

Three new high-end hotels with a price tag of around $600 million are set to be built in Niagara Falls.The proposed hotels are to...

Niagara and western N.Y. among 238 suitors seeking Amazon’s second North American headquarters

The Niagara Region and the region of western New York are hoping that together they’ll be chosen as the location for Amazon’s second North-American...

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