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Driver charged after airborne crash into Niagara-on-the-Lake building causes $120K damage

A 27-year-old man is facing impaired and dangerous driving charges after police say his vehicle went airborne and slammed into a building early Wednesday morning, causing an estimated $120,000 in damage.

Road Rally raises $75k for Red Roof, new facility opening in 2027

The annual scavenger hunt event raised $75,000 for the respite care organization, allowing it to comfortably finish the project of rebuild its main facility, set to reopen the start of next year.

NOTL Votes 2026: Busy first advance poll reveals split views on what Niagara-on-the-Lake needs

Some voters came to town hall Wednesday morning convinced Niagara-on-the-Lake needs to change course. Others came because voting early was simply easier. And some came away thinking there is not much to fix at all.

Price is right: The couple behind a $10M Shaw donation who decided to keep Royal George’s name

Timothy and Frances Price have been attending plays at the Shaw Festival since the '80s, the same decade the theatre company expanded to putting on productions at the Royal George on Queen Street. "We enjoyed the town, we enjoyed the plays and the community," said Tim.

Youth take centre stage at Niagara Regional Native Centre’s powwow

Youth took the lead at the Niagara Regional Native Centre’s annual powwow Saturday, connecting culture and celebration. “The powwow is a deep place in connection,” said Lou Davis, one of the event's youth co-ordinators. “I’ve been coming here since I was a fresh newborn and came into this world.”

NOTL man asks Court of Appeal to throw out Marotta defamation suit

In seeking to have the entire case dismissed, Hall had argued his comments on the NOTL 4U Facebook group should be considered protected speech under Ontario's anti-SLAPP legislation.

$1 million restoration campaign underway for the Wilderness

The next phase will involve clearing overgrowth, removing invasive species and hazardous trees and restoring the grounds. About a third of the $1-million goal has already been raised.

Native Centre marks Indigenous History Month with talks of restoring totem pole

The Thunderbird totem pole, carved by Chief Mathias Joe of the Squamish Nation in Vancouver, was commissioned by Davis Lumber in St. Catharines in 1955. The pole was moved to the centre in 1988 after the lumber company closed.

Free supper salutes NOTL’s foreign agricultural workers

More than 100 migrant farm workers and Spanish-speaking locals filled the church hall on Davy Street on June 1 after the Spanish-language Mass at St. Vincent de Paul Church.

Tulip sale sells out fast — and makes $1.5K

Residents didn’t waste any time Tuesday morning scooping up colourful blooms freshly dug from the Niagara-on-the-Lake’s gardens.

Traffic camera at Crossroads Public School back up

The Niagara Region, which owns the automated speed camera, said that it is expected to be functioning again by next week. It was restored on Monday. Police still don't know who vandalized the camera.

Meet three of NOTL’s top 40 under 40 young professionals

The annual Niagara 40 Under Forty Business Achievement Awards recognize young professionals who drive innovation, business success and community impact. We talked to three of the winners who are among those from Niagara-on-the-Lake being honoured. 

Restoration of next part of heritage trail to start mid-June

This next phase of the project is estimated to cost $400,000. The public will be able to give their input on how they want the trail to be made.

Motorcyclist suffers life-threatening injuries in NOTL crash

The crash involved a 2016 Suzuki off-road motorcycle and a 2017 Ford Escape SUV. Police said the driver of the motorcycle was transported to an out-of-region hospital with critical injuries.

Residents dispute Four Mile Creek Road apartment proposal

Some residents of Four Mile Creek Road are voicing strong opposition to a proposed apartment complex, sparking another debate between supporters of single-family neighbourhoods and advocates for higher-density housing.

NOTL artist seeks permission to put art in fields

Inspired by a similar project in California’s Salinas Valley, Ron Clavier’s plan calls for a series of 16-foot-tall aluminum-composite paintings. Each would depict an individual or group significant to the development of agriculture in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

‘I get concerned as a parent’: St. Davids school adds portables, worries pile up

A spokesperson for the District School Board of Niagara confirmed that St. Davids Public School is experiencing overcrowding and that the school board is looking at the situation. Parents say they want to see concrete action as soon as possible, for the sake of the students, teachers and school staff.

Longtime NOTL fundraiser sells T-shirts to support Canada and local charities

With phrases of defiance from Canadians ranging from “Canada is not for sale” to “elbows up” becoming rallying cries on this side of the border, one NOTLer wants to show his support in an overtly positive way with a new slogan of his own.

Teen leads NOTL’s Pride picnic at Simcoe Park

Queer Niagara is hosting its second annual Pride Potluck on June 14 from noon to 7 p.m. under the bandstand at the park.

NOTL Soccer Club kicks off summer season

Across all age groups, the NOTL Soccer Club has around 400 players this year. The most popular age group is Jagger and Kade’s group, the Timbits, which has around 80 players.

Special Olympics medalists to lead walk for International Trails Day

Coinciding with International Trails Day this Saturday, the Town of NOTL and the Upper Canada Heritage Trail committee are hosting a community walk on June 7 at Veterans' Memorial Park.

Pooches hit the park for Lions Club’s third-annual dog guides fundraiser

The volunteers hope these events can bring awareness to the difficulty of finding a dog guide, both in the availability of dogs and the price of raising one.

Same hugs, new hands: The Grist sells restaurant, owners retire

After four years of pouring their hearts into the business, Rob Begin and his wife, Danielle Begin, have decided to step away from the restaurant and brewery they built from the ground up. Their final day as owners is Sunday, June 8.

Town strikes agreement with province for Garden City Skyway twin bridges

As part of the agreement, the town of NOTL is entitled to review and comment on all future design drawings, but can’t allow any construction to happen within the project limits until the bridges construction is completed.

Four NOTL businesses up for Niagara chamber’s annual tourism award

The nominated businesses from NOTL include 124 on Queen Hotel and Spa, Niagara Geopark, Silversmith Brewing Co. and White Oaks Resort and Spa, four of the five nominees for the Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality Award.

Village farmers’ market returns with a new zest for local shopping

The farmers' market opened for the season this past weekend, and some of its vendors who run Niagara-based businesses are noticing a trend of customers wanting to keep their dollars in the community.

‘He believed it was more than just a sport for kids’: Memorial tournament honours lacrosse legend

From May 23 to 25, 23 teams played at Centennial Sports Park in Virgil — the same community where Mike Jones played, coached and volunteered for over 40 years.

Crossroads fun fair returns to NOTL this Saturday

The 15th annual Niagara-on-the-Lake home show and fun fair takes place May 31, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crossroads Public School. Admission is free.

The NOTL economist who helps shape Canada’s financial future

Quiet and unassuming, Ted Carmichael is not one to broadcast his role in helping direct Canada's economy, but the advice he and his fellow economists provide is crucial to the central bank's decision-making — which literally can affect the lives of every Canadian.

Silks restaurant’s 30th anniversary bash raises $1.7K for Red Roof

Silks Country Kitchen turned its 30th anniversary into a party on Monday, serving up free food, drinks and prize draws — while rallying the community to raise more than $1,700 for Red Roof Retreat.

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