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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.”

Fall prevention Learn & Live met with big response

Up to 25 per cent of people who have an accidental fall will die within a year of that fall, shared the Falls Intervention Team with the Learn & Live session attendees.

Pleasant Manor outbreak: Nine residents battle flu and stomach bug

Seven residents have Influenza A, while two have gastrointestinal issues. No hospitalizations have been reported.

Virgil housing development removes at least 700 trees

NOTL residents have mixed reactions over the removal of 700 trees to make room for the Konik Estates subdivision.

Seven NOTLers awarded Coronation medals

"I would like the outcome of me winning this award to highlight the needs that are in our community," Dorothy Soo-Wiens said. "Every kind gesture that is done makes a bigger impact on your community."

New municipal board will oversee tourism marketing campaigns

At the behest of the town, Tourism NOTL has put together a board of directors who will supervise Niagara-on-the-Lake’s tourism marketing campaigns. The town will appoint a council member to the board at a future meeting.

Go Carter! NOTL athlete heads to Italy for Special Olympics

The games will be taking place from March 8 to 16, with the events taking place in Turin, Italy. He will compete in three alpine skiing events: Slalom, Giant Slalom and Super G.

What’s happening in NOTL for March break

From Lego tournaments to stuffed-animal sleepovers, there’s no shortage of things to do. Here’s what’s happening around town to help you plan your break.

Royal George Theatre given OK-go for post-closure rebuild

The Royal George Theatre will be exempt from Queen-Picton Heritage District study restrictions after council approval, which will allow the 110-year-old building to undergo reconstruction after it closes at the end of this year.

Two teens sleeping in stolen minivan in Glendale arrested

Patrolling officers arrested a 17-year-old and a 19-year-old who were sleeping in a minivan in a plaza on York Road and Glendale Avenue. Police say it was stolen from St. Catharines.

Wayne Gates ready to fight for Ontarians as returning MPP

With 25 per cent tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump on Tuesday, Gates told The Lake Report he is focused on advocating for interprovincial trade without barriers.

Gates soars to victory in Niagara Falls riding, leading by 11K votes

In his victory speech at Chip n Charlie's Eatery & Bar in Niagara Falls, Gates said even during a snap election which was unnecessary and costly, volunteers came out and put up more than 2,500 of his election signs across the riding.

Women breaking barriers and leading with confidence – powerful words from Arlene Dickinson

During her talk at Peller Estates, Dickinson said while women in business must stand up for themselves, men also need to advocate for and be allies to women in their efforts: “We're not trying to take your place. We're trying to just stand beside you."

Work on newly acquired section of heritage trail still years away

To keep the restoration going, the heritage trail committee would have to raise funds for an engineering study and potentially for repairs and removals of old culverts, so getting an accurate cost estimate for the restorations was impossible.

NOTL hires its first climate change co-ordinator to take on environmental challenges

New climate change co-ordinator Kassie Burns says the two main goals for her first six months on the job will be work around invasive species in town and NOTL's natural assets, like its rivers, forests and wetlands.

In case you missed it: Key points from Zalepa’s open houses

The lord mayor outlined how NOTL plans to navigate incoming tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. Eighty businesses and 1,700 jobs are tied to NOTL businesses selling goods to the United States, Gary Zalepa said.

Should Gretzky’s name stay? Winery name sparks debate

Some argue Gretzky’s past comments and affiliations with U.S. President Donald Trump make him unfit to represent Canada and Niagara-on-the-Lake.

How to vote in Niagara-on-the-Lake

If you’re voting on election day, Feb. 27, in Niagara-on-the-Lake, there are four locations at which you can cast your ballot: The community centre, the Centennial Arena, the St. Davids & District Lions Club and Bethany Mennonite Church.

Letter: Character goes beyond hockey

"History will remember him as the #notsogreatone," writes Steve Long. "It’s time to boycott all of Wayne Gretzky’s restaurant and alcohol brands, now and forever."

Red Roof Retreat is skating toward a new expansion

The retreat plans to move from its current 1,100-square-foot-bungalow on Concession 6 to a state-of-the–art, 5,700-square-foot fully accessible two-story building. 

St. Davids Fire Hall nears end of seasonal breakfast series

The breakfast series will likely conclude in either March or April. Despite the seasonal series ending, the association anticipates resuming monthly breakfasts next fall.

Council takes steps to protect Canadian products

“We can support our sovereignty as a nation, our borders that our ancestors fought for in 1812 and protect Canadian jobs,” Coun. Sandra O’Connor said. 

Five NOTL hotels in Canada’s Top 100

White Oaks Resort & Spa placed highest among the NOTL rankings at number 25 of Canada’s Top 100 and number four among the country’s top 25 resorts — an achievement the hotel credits to its commitment to excellent service, said CEO Ameer Wakil.

Local sourdough stand thrives at the Itty Bitty Farm

After the closure of Ruffino's Pasta Bar & Grill last September, Ryan Crawford and his family are still keeping things going in Niagara-on-the-Lake with their daily farm stand, selling fresh sourdough bread and vegetables.

‘Geriatric party animals’ head to Cambridge University for weekend course

When Jean Ford was a young woman, she was offered a spot at Cambridge University, but circumstances kept her from attending. Now, decades later,...

Early voters in NOTL criticize Ford’s snap election

Interviews at the NOTL Community Centre indicated voters have mixed opinions about Ford’s framing of the election as a mandate to counter Trump’s tariff threats and hyperlocal concerns around health care, grocery costs and inflation.

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