The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is currently not spending enough to maintain its roads, pipes and other municipal infrastructure, with a new plan identifying that the town is $13 million short on funding annually.
Niagara-on-the-Lake took its top priorities directly to the province earlier this week, pressing for progress on the proposed Glendale Eco-Park, affordable housing and renewed municipal funding at the 2026 Rural Ontario Municipal Association conference.
Apart from the extra costs imposed on businesses, one Queen Street merchant said she foresees "seven different trucks coming up and down the street" at different times in the future, which she does not think is a good look on a place meant for tourists.
Niagara-on-the-Lake might've spent last weekend digging its way out of the snowstorm that hit the region on Thursday, but come Friday and Saturday, hundreds were out on Queen Street deciding to embrace the joys that winter can bring — in this case, its liquid gold.
Firefighters’ bunker gear is designed to protect them in emergencies — but after a fire, that same equipment can carry cancer-causing contaminants, making access to clean backup gear critical.
Many at the sale on Saturday say market has become a regular stop at this time of the year. The church aims to raise between $10,000 and $12,000 from the market.
Brandon Fiorino and Jon McDonald have embarked on a new chapter in their journey as butchers, opening their first-ever shop in the village of St. Davids.
At the Virgil Canada Post office, a simple book sale is doing more than raising money — it’s helping spark conversations about youth mental health in memory of a Niagara teen whose story has inspired a regional movement.
The NOTL Chamber of Commerce is hosting the town's annual Candlelight Stroll on Friday, Dec. 5 from 6:30 to 9 p.m., with proceeds this year going to Pink Pearl Canada, an organization supporting young women who've been diagnosed with cancer.
After uncertainty stalled the project, the Royal George Theatre rebuild is back on track, with council approving planning bylaws Tuesday night to move things forward.
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Kinsmen Club is the latest in a group of institutions and government groups to lend its support to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum in its mission to double its space, with a $25,000 donation.
What happens when a winemaker and brewmaster cross paths at the top 40 under 40 awards gala? A brand new idea gets hatched for a beverage never seen before in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
After having to withdraw a notice of motion from last week's council meeting on the state of temporary patios, the lord mayor says he hopes council can still find a path forward on the broader issue of patios in NOTL.
With the Royal George's not-yet-approved demolition scheduled for early next year, these models may soon serve as lasting reminders of the 110-year-old building's first life.
Tourism NOTL is behind the installation. Its executive director, Kathy Weiss, explained that the sign is inspired by similar ones seen in other cities, like Toronto and Ottawa.
After a extensive debate among Niagara Region councillors on Thursday night over whether or not to waive nearly $1 million in development charges for the Parliament Oak hotel project in Niagara-on-the-Lake, council voted 14-11 to go ahead with waiving the fee.
For the third year, local photographer Dave van de Laar is selling his NOTL-themed annual calendar. It's especially popular with former residents who want a reminder of home, he said.
Anyone driving through the local roads of Niagara-on-the-Lake in the next little while will need to mind their meter and slow down by 10 kilometres an hour.
By its nature, the profession has highs and lows — when responders are able to help the people they encounter, it’s a good feeling, says Fire Chief Jay Plato. “On the flipside, there are times when you aren’t able to assist. That weighs heavily on the mind afterwards.”
The area is known for its cottage-style homes, abundant park space, shade and strong sense of community. Much of the discussion during the tour was around protecting its trees.
A contentious year for Ferox by Fabian Reis’s zoning application reached a decisive point Tuesday night: the winery has received estate winery status from council.
Over the next 10 years, Niagara-on-the-Lake has a plan to make its parks and recreation facilities more accessible, more spacious and better equipped for new activities ranging from disc golf to art parks.
Farmer and accomplished jam maker Kim McQuhae of Niagara-on-the-Lake cleaned up again this year at the Royal’s jams and jellies competition in Toronto.
For Rick Mlcak, handmade pottery carries the kind of meaning people can feel as soon as they pick it up: "You have a different sense of connection to the piece than if it’s something you just bought."
A bottle and can drive in Virgil is helping the NOTL Wolves U13 team cover the cost of its only tournament this season and giving families a simple way to support young players.
With the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake's current director of community and development services set to depart from her job in one week, the town is bringing in a temporary replacement as it looks to fill her spot.
Niagara-on-the-Lake's council made a few changes to the draft of its annual budget for next year, which have brought the potential property tax for 2026 up to 2.19 per cent, compared to the proposed 1.81 per cent from two weeks ago.
To make the holiday season lighter for residents and visitors stopping in the heritage district in Old Town, the town is waiving the need to pay for parking starting Dec. 1.
