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.
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.
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.
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 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.”
Rainy skies couldn't put a stop to the St. Davids Lioness Club's annual spring market on Saturday, which drew steady crowds despite having to move indoors to avoid the weather.
"I don’t think any stalwart protagonist should appear in that theatre ever again," writes Brian Emes of Prime Minister Mark Carney's first public meeting with President Donald Trump on May 6.
For the next two years, NOTL residents can expect thousands of dollars in upgrades to the roads and places tourists and locals use every day, including the $1.32 million reconstruction of one of Old Town's main roads, thanks to $1.71 million in funds from the town’s hotel tax.
The Niagara Region, responsible for its installation, would not confirm the exact date and time the speed cameras would begin issuing tickets, with transportation officer Scott Fraser saying it would begin “later in May,” running until late August.
Proceeds will go to Happy Days Sanctuary — a registered charity that helps rescue and protect homeless pets and farm animals in Niagara and nearby areas. The auction will run until May 10, 3 p.m.
Heavy rain flooded the tulip farm's 20-acre grass parking lot, stranding over 50 vehicles in mud and forcing it to close the parking lot completely. Cars sat bumper-to-bumper from Concession 2 to Four Mile Creek Road after the farm closed its waterlogged lot at 2:30 p.m., despite forecasts predicting rain would stop by 11 a.m.
Councillors voted 5-4 against a motion brought forth by Coun. Sandra O’Connor, requesting that the province rescind the powers for NOTL. These powers, which came into effect May 1, give the lord mayor more control over key parts of municipal governance.
Beginning at 6:30 p.m., the meeting will focus on achieving respectful dialogue, informed engagement with local government, and a commitment to integrity, transparency and accountability.
NOTL's lord mayor said that as a regional councillor, he would not advocate for this and as lord mayor, he would not implement anything like this: "I don't see it as very consequential at all.”
"Being seen matters. Belonging matters. Safe spaces and strong mentors matter. That's what Yellow Door creates," said donor Jordie Burton, who spoke about his own experience as a teenager finding joy and purpose in theatre.
Throughout the campaign, Baldinelli pushed a platform focused on affordability, public safety and economic development: “I can be that voice and that advocate to bring forward their concerns to Ottawa,” he said.
Some business owners presented to council on Tuesday night in favour of keeping the patio program, saying they add vibrancy and life to the community, while others say the program has issues with compliance and enforcement.
The committee of adjustment is a statutory tribunal operating independently from council with authority from Ontario's Planning Act to hold public hearings and make application decisions.
The town will focus on things the committee flagged as immediate priorities — like more public washrooms, better parking, traffic management and improved signage, said Zalepa.
Yesterday was the national day of mourning in Canada — a time to remember workers who have died, been injured or become ill in the workplace. Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire and Emergency Services marked the day by honouring Capt. Michael Vriens in an April 28 Facebook post.
"Probably the greatest honour of my life is being able to represent the people of Niagara-on-the-Lake and Niagara Falls," Baldinelli said to supporters at his election party a little before 11:30 p.m. Baldinelli will serve in the House of Commons under a Liberal minority government, led by Mark Carney.
The Niagara Region has narrowed the future of St. Davids' business intersection down to two possible designs — and, from May 5 to 16, it's asking Niagara-on-the-Lake residents to weigh in on which design they prefer.
With an official opening date of April 30, the start of tulip season in Ontario, TASC’s new farm, located on Line 3 Road, features 135 different varieties of tulip.
The annual spring jam sale raised funds through preserves crafted by volunteers David Greaves and Heinz Probst, with proceeds going to a "berry" good cause: A new roof and boiler. “It’s a 170-year-old building. Things wear out,” said Pauline Miller, Grace United’s council chair.
"I believe that being Canadian — part of the mosaic, the many tribes and cultures around — means to share mine with them. To bring another world to their doorstep, to educate, inspire, and also inform," said Baba Williams.
Yellow Door's story began 10 years ago, founded in Niagara-on-the-Lake by Andorlie Hillstrom. The anniversary celebration is happening on April 27 from 2 to 7 p.m. at the NOTL Community Centre: Attendees can watch performances by current and alumni Yellow Door members, plus live music.
The chosen bidder will review the types, frequency and effects of events held on both public and private lands. They will also create a document outlining what counts as a special event, which will help the town make future decisions and develop future policies.
The project, expected to be completed before the end of May, will see the road widened in that particular section — between Hunter and Niven — as part of the development of the winery at 2080 Niagara Stone Rd.
“The fire at Glencairn Hall is a profound loss to Niagara-on-the-Lake’s cultural fabric,” said Kirsten McCauley, the town’s director of community and development services, during her presentation.
