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Joyous NOTL picnic returns Saturday

Niagara-on-the-Lake residents are invited to bring a dish and pull up a seat as the Joyous NOTL summer picnic returns for its fifth year Saturday. The community potluck will run...

NOTL parts ways with longtime town treasurer

Council appointed Nick Alaimo as treasurer Tuesday, replacing Kyle Freeborn, who departed after more than 14 years with the municipality. Alaimo's appointment takes effect immediately.

$9.7M moves Niagara airport expansion closer to takeoff

Commercial flights to and from Niagara-on-the-Lake are one step closer to reality, after the Niagara District Airport secured $9.7 million from the province for the project.

World Cup watch party brings NOTL communities together

World Cup mania reached a fever pitch on Sunday afternoon as soccer fans came out to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre to witness the final match of this year's FIFA World Cup.

NOTL had roughly $2.35M in unspent project funds last year

The money will either return to its original funding source or help pay for related work, including protective equipment for firefighters, guide rail improvements, crack sealing and more.

Shaw’s ‘Theatre of Medicine’ integrates live arts training into medical practices

The new program, co-created with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, drew aspiring health-care professionals to NOTL to learn how the arts can help make doctors better at caring for their patients — through human connection.

Tokens in hand, community gathers for annual Ham and Turkey Roll

The aura of anticipation filled the air at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124 on Saturday, as community members gathered for a chance to take home a turkey or ham for this year's Thanksgiving dinner.

NOTL’s historical boundary stones will be restored this fall

"The process, while slow, is proceeding quite nicely," said a member of the town's heritage committee.

Native Centre celebrates 50 years

"This serves as a platform to educate, unite, and remind everyone that Indigenous culture is not a relic of the past but a living, vibrant force that shapes our present and future."

Doors Open gives free access to NOTL destinations

Once again, on Saturday, Oct. 19, Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake is inviting locals and visitors to celebrate the many heritage treasures that this historical town has to offer.

A harvest of connection: Garrison Village’s farmers’ market ends another year

For some, the last day of this year's farmers' market at Garrison Village on Saturday was a chance to stop by to check out the latest produce from this fall's harvest season.

Library Week in NOTL focuses on young and old

As part of Ontario Public Library Week, the NOTL library hopes to highlight just how modern and inclusive a library can be, with an open house in two weeks.

A life worth a thousand melodies: Opera icon and NOTLer joins Order of Canada

Born in a one-room farmhouse in Northern Alberta in the community Larkspur, Lois McDonall’s life and career as an opera singer took her all over the world.

Review of special event permits gives local businesswoman hope 

"It's only like the summer months, four months we have. So why can't I get that opportunity to do my own events in my backyard?" asks Marlene Gallyot.

School bus driver is fed up with parking bylaw

“It’s a problem in this town, no matter what you do it’s always going to be a problem,” said local school bus driver Barry Wilding.

Two contractors injured on the job by fallen tree

The Ministry of Labour says the investigation into the incident is ongoing and didn't share any updates on the state of workers — one of whom was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.

Suspect in alleged gang rape still in custody after arrest on NOTL property

The 19-year-old male suspect remains in custody after a bail hearing that took place on Tuesday in St. Catharines. He will appear again in court on Oct. 11.

Couture with a cause: Rotary Club to host charity fashion show

The evening will blend culinary excellence with style, as models from Tango Boutique will weave between tables, showcasing the boutiques latest fashion trends.

Annual budget meetings to kick off on Oct. 10

Ahead of municipal budget deliberations this fall, Coun. Erwin Wiens brought up the NOTL's stacking legal fees from fighting contentious development projects: "We're just going to go into our budget and you're going to see our legal bills."

75 years of courage: The continuing legacy of Queenston volunteer firefighters

Queenston's volunteer firefighters group are gearing up for a celebration of its 75 years of fighting fires — starting with its annual fall spaghetti dinner on Oct. 11.

Save Haven youth group returns at St. Davids church

Established in early 2023, the youth group welcomes youth between the ages of 12 and 17 to participate in activities on the first and third Friday of the month.

Niagara College announces first-of-its-kind scholarship to cover tuition costs

The renewable scholarship will be offered starting next fall to students who are First Nations and former foster care children.

Keep up to date with town’s strategic plan with new online update

A new discovery page found on the plan’s dashboard offers residents an “accessible and high-level view” of the plan’s progress. 

Summer of the Flood: Part 6: Four Mile Creek watershed study will look at flooding and prevention

The report and its recommendations will be hot items with many residents looking to learn how it will address flooding issues in the Four Mile Creek watershed, which covers about a third of NOTL.

Company seeking feedback on plan for old hospital site

The possible multimillion-dollar project to turn the old building on Wellington Street into a hub for a handful arts, education, culture and heritage groups is in its beginning stages.

Heartbeat of the Harvest: Part 4: Harvest at Niagara College is for hands-on learning 

“It's a little hard squatting down for most of the day but as long as you enjoy it, especially with the people you're with, the time flies," says a Niagara College student, one of several who helped out this fall at the Teaching Winery.

Seniors for Climate targets NOTL issues

Dozens of Seniors for Climate groups met up in their communities across Canada on Tuesday for Seniors Day for Climate Action, including a spirited group of locals at Simcoe Park in NOTL.

Ousted Native Centre board members reinstated

The four individuals removed from the board last February are to be reinstalled to their board positions no later than Dec. 19.

Newark Neighbours seeks Thanksgiving donations

Local food bank Newark Neighbours was short on volunteers this Saturday for its annual Porch Pickup drive, used to create Thanksgiving hampers for those in need in NOTL.

First-ever Harvest Festival will celebrate everything autumn and promote local business 

With autumn finally here, the chamber of commerce wants to celebrate by hosting its first-ever Harvest Festival — which will also serve to support the businesses, particularly farmers, in the community.

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