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Embrace the winter chill at the Icewine Festival, back in NOTL this month

The NOTL Icewine Village runs Jan. 17 to 18 and Jan. 24 to 25 on Queen Street. Admission is free, with opportunities to taste wine and enjoy culinary pairings with a variety of icewines.

‘We see it as an incubator’: Foundation with NOTL roots eyes community-first future for former hospital

Jim Burton says the former hospital at on Wellington Street was built by the community, for the community — and he wants it to remain a place for the people of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

NOTL’s ‘Newsmakers of the Year’: Developers, council face strong new challenger in residents association

"Will builders and developers have free rein to 'build, baby, build' here in NOTL and everywhere else in the province? The future of places like Niagara-on-the-Lake hang in the balance."

Year in Review: Growing pains, a grassroots movement, speed cam vandals and an iconic estate torched

From federal and provincial elections, Trump trade wars, a polar vortex, mysterious vandals who repeatedly cut down the Virgil speed camera and more, here are some of the biggest and best stories of the first six months of 2025.

‘Progress is inevitable’: Ford’s ‘Las Vegas North’ bid draws support mixed with questions in NOTL

From a town council perspective, Coun. Erwin Wiens called the announcement “super exciting” and praised the province for recognizing Niagara as a tourist destination, funding the Shaw Festival and exploring improvements to the Niagara District Airport.

Chamber seeking nominations for recipient of this year’s Candlelight Stroll proceeds

Proceeds from this event are given to a special charitable organization or NOTLers in need of support and generosity for the holiday season. Nominations are open until Nov. 17.

PHOTO GALLERY: ‘Life-changing’ northern lights captured over NOTL landscape

NOTLers captured images of the vibrant lights shining above the town from their vantage points, whether at home or down by the waters of the Niagara River.

Tribunal sends Rand Estate plan ‘back to drawing board’

The tribunal sided mainly with the town and SORE on what it called a long and complex case that “addresses multiple, highly technical and inter-connected issues.”

Former daycare worker who allegedly choked child released on bail, now faces four assault charges

Since the aggravated assault charge in September, the 26-year-old has been charged with an additional count of aggravated assault and two counts of assault, and was released on bail on Oct. 15.

Almost two decades later, the fight over NOTL waste disposal site continues

A 16-year battle to shut down a waste collection and disposal site at 2021 Four Mile Creek Rd., being waged by a group of neighbouring Niagara-on-the-Lake residents, will return to court in late November.

Andrew Niven selected as NOTL’s new councillor during private meeting

Andrew Niven is the chair of the NOTL Chamber of Commerce and a director of marketing at Konzelmann Estate Winery. He also ran for council in 2018 unsuccessfully.

Hear first-hand how military service influenced these veteran’s lives

Ahead of Remembrance Day in less than a month, the "Lessons of Service" presentation on Nov. 4 will offer patrons a chance to hear about the work of veterans in the field of military and policing.

Brampton resident pleads guilty for failing to declare over $227k USD at Canadian border

"This seizure and investigation demonstrates the consequences for smugglers, and those perpetuating the cycle of organized crime."

Happy developers, sad residents: Glendale secondary plan discussed

Determining the height of a development a science of compatibility, but instead a conversation about what kind of character is trying to be achieved, said one planner during his presentation.

Tough year for Lake Ontario marathon swimmers

"So, next time you pass the swim plaque down near the gazebo in Queens Royal Park, stop for a minute with a bit of reverence," writes Tony Chisholm. "These were the successful lake swimmers."

Louisiana meets Niagara College’s signature chef evening

For one night this past weekend, Niagara College's Benchmark restaurant was transformed into the southern American city famous for jazz, Mardi Gras and Cajun cuisine.

Three’s Company-themed pub crawl takes over Old Town

The Roper Romp in NOTL shows you how to have a good time without adhering to conventional norms, said one member of the bar crawl gang.

Election runner-up Allan Bisback prepared, if asked, to fill council’s empty seat

"I would, if offered the job, be prepared to sit on council," said Bisback, who sat on council from 2018 to 2022 before the last municipal election.

Friends come together for eighth annual Grape and Wine Tournament

Saturday's Grape and Wine Tournament proved to be a lively day of competition and camaraderie, as a couple of dozen women came out to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Tennis Club for a series of matches — with free wine for the winners.

All things guten at Ironwood’s Oktoberfest celebration

The day offered not just a feast for the senses but also an opportunity for community connection, said one first-time attendee.

Shaw’s ‘Theatre of Medicine’ integrates live arts training into medical practices

The new program, co-created with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, drew aspiring health-care professionals to NOTL to learn how the arts can help make doctors better at caring for their patients — through human connection.

Tokens in hand, community gathers for annual Ham and Turkey Roll

The aura of anticipation filled the air at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124 on Saturday, as community members gathered for a chance to take home a turkey or ham for this year's Thanksgiving dinner.

NOTL’s historical boundary stones will be restored this fall

"The process, while slow, is proceeding quite nicely," said a member of the town's heritage committee.

Native Centre celebrates 50 years

"This serves as a platform to educate, unite, and remind everyone that Indigenous culture is not a relic of the past but a living, vibrant force that shapes our present and future."

Doors Open gives free access to NOTL destinations

Once again, on Saturday, Oct. 19, Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake is inviting locals and visitors to celebrate the many heritage treasures that this historical town has to offer.

A harvest of connection: Garrison Village’s farmers’ market ends another year

For some, the last day of this year's farmers' market at Garrison Village on Saturday was a chance to stop by to check out the latest produce from this fall's harvest season.

Library Week in NOTL focuses on young and old

As part of Ontario Public Library Week, the NOTL library hopes to highlight just how modern and inclusive a library can be, with an open house in two weeks.

A life worth a thousand melodies: Opera icon and NOTLer joins Order of Canada

Born in a one-room farmhouse in Northern Alberta in the community Larkspur, Lois McDonall’s life and career as an opera singer took her all over the world.

Review of special event permits gives local businesswoman hope 

"It's only like the summer months, four months we have. So why can't I get that opportunity to do my own events in my backyard?" asks Marlene Gallyot.

School bus driver is fed up with parking bylaw

“It’s a problem in this town, no matter what you do it’s always going to be a problem,” said local school bus driver Barry Wilding.

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