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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.

All peachy as huge crowds enjoy NOTL Peach Festivals

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s annual Peach Festival made its return to Queen Street on Saturday with crowds like never before. 

Kinsmen show brings out car enthusiasts for a good cause

Countless hobbyists and car lovers filled the Kinsmen grounds on Sunday for the annual Show and Shine car, which saw more than a thousand spectators and around 425 prized vehicles.

Arch-i-text: 187 Queen St. severance diminishes NOTL’s cultural landscape

"So, if you thought the battle to preserve the Crysler-Burroughs property at 187 Queen St. was done with town council’s close-fought vote that defeated the owner’s rezoning application to allow for this historic, heritage designated property to be carved up and significantly altered ... think again," writes Brian Marshall.

Home Sweet Home: Mayor says he understands need for seniors housing

A group of Niagara-on-the-Lake residents conducted a detailed survey on seniors’ housing needs. The results of the survey were sent to NOTL politicians, including...

NOTL Legion fundraising to help counterpart in fire-ravaged Jasper

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Royal Canadian Legion is raising money to support its counterpart in the fire-ravaged community of Jasper, Alberta. The small mountain community had hundreds...

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre makes campaign-style stop in NOTL

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre said Vineland Growers Co-Operative Ltd. was the perfect place for his visit to Niagara-on-the-Lake Thursday morning. “People can’t afford food and...

Poilievre pressed on housing affordability and migrant workers’ rights during visit to NOTL

Federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre was in Niagara-on-the-Lake Thursday, August 8, making a stump speech at a local food co-operative as part of a campaign-like stop in the community.

T-shirt sales help Terry Fox’s message live on

Paige Seburn Niagara Now/The Lake Report Joan King has been keeping Terry Fox’s memory alive this summer in the lead-up to what will be the 44th...

Reflections on the aftermath of NOTL protest

In an effort to move forward after the protest and months of anger directed at council, The Lake Report asked those who were at the protest — both participants and those who were its targets — how the community can move forward.

NOTLers in for a peachy weekend

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Queen Street will be filled to the brim with NOTL peaches and other fruit-flavoured treats. 

Tail wagging fun to be had at Palatine

Dogs of all breeds, sizes and experience are welcome to join the Dog Frisbee League at Palatine Hills Estate Winery this summer.

Museum’s heritage festival brings history to life

The museum’s front lawn and the adjacent street block were filled with visitors from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 5, enjoying a range of historical demonstrations, engaging exhibits and local vendors. 

Get rid of unwanted papers at ‘Shred-it’ fundraiser for palliative care

There are less than two weeks left until Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Palliative Care's "Shred-it" event on Saturday, Aug. 17.

Check out hot rods and cool wheels at NOTL’s three car shows

Niagara-on-the-Lake is the place to be this month if you love admiring beautiful cars — from high-end Porsches, to old-school hot rods.

Upcoming museum lecture dives into history of Virgil

The community of Virgil is one of five villages that make up the tapestry of Niagara-on-the-Lake, which, like villages such as Old Town and Queenston, has a long and storied history exemplified in its heritage homes.

NOTL teen wins gold in Henley rowing competition

Six seconds made a world of difference for Kennedy Bartel and her rowing partner at the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta.

Government crackdown won’t fix foreign worker program, advocate says

The Canadian government should look no further than its own backyard to find what’s wrong with the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, a NOTL farmworkers advocate says.

@theMuseum: Part 6: So much more than rooms filled with artifacts

"We present things that are not just in the past. We are talking about now and appreciation of your culture around you.”

Grace United will be jammin’ with rare treats Saturday

To a Niagara-on-the-Lake food lover, a rare bird is either of the two features of the Saturday, Aug. 10 special Peach Festival Sale at Grace United Church.

Business: Arrivederci, Venti: Virgil’s Starbucks shutting its doors in October

A company official confirmed on Aug. 2 that the last day of operations for the store at 1630 Niagara Stone Rd. will be Oct. 17.

Approved by planning committee, proposed 187 Queen St. severance defeated in tie vote at council

A controversial severance plan for a historic Queen Street property that was initially approved by the town's planning committee two weeks ago was defeated...

Lions Carnival hosts sunny skies and fun for all ages

This year’s St. Davids Lions Carnival was met with sunny skies after a rainy run last year. Among the usual attractions including carnival games, rides, bingo, a nickel sale and a Toronto Argonauts kickoff, the ever-so-popular dog show made its return. 

Protesting residents want council to understand the ‘vocal majority’

Councillors arriving at Niagara-on-the-Lake's town hall on Tuesday for their monthly meeting were greeted by the sound of dozens of residents gathered outside, some calling them liars and calling for their resignations.

Virgil teen’s generosity inspires support from other NOTLers

An 18-year-old's longtime efforts to support those dealing with hair loss because of cancer and other medical issues has inspired other people in Niagara-on-the-Lake to help her out.

NOTL swimmer is a champion

During this week's Speedo Canadian Championships in Toronto and Welland, Peyton Leigh swam the 1500-metre and 800-metre freestyle, winning gold for both and achieving new best times.

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