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See the human side of the paranormal at Fort George

During spooky season, the Friends of Fort George explore the town’s relationship with fear and death through ghost tours at the historic fort.

Where to enjoy a spook-tacular Halloween in NOTL

Whether you're chasing ghosts, dressing to impress or just in it for the candy, Halloween weekend is here — and Niagara-on-the-Lake has plenty of ways to get into the spirit.

Post-election, Niagara-on-the-Lake residents and councillors brace for change

As the clock struck 8 p.m. and polling stations across Niagara-on-the-Lake began to close, dozens made their way inside the main auditorium of the NOTL Community Centre, to watch their political future take shape.

Gary Burroughs very confident in new team set to lead NOTL

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s new deputy lord mayor says residents have voted to be heard — and the incoming council needs to listen and explain its decisions clearly.

NOTL Votes 2026: Voter turnout 52% in this year’s race, up from last election

The 2026 election saw an uptick in voter turnout compared to the election four years ago. Internet voting, which debuted this year, was a big hit.

Native Centre creates joyful holiday memories for families in need

Mother-and-son duo Skylar and Landon Boyd embraced the season of togetherness at the Niagara Regional Native Centre on Saturday, enjoying an afternoon of gifts, photos with Santa Claus and time well spent with their community.

Candlelight Stroll gives Newark Neighbours food bank a boost

Newark Neighbours has been busier than ever this year: There have been 1,578 visits in just the first nine months of this year, compared to 918 visits to the food bank in 2022.

Parliament Oak hotel documents available on town website

In a quest to increase its level of transparency to the public, the town plans to make detailed reports on the ongoing Parliament Oak hotel development available on the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake website.

Parade buttons still available for donations

Each year, buttons are sold along the route to help offset parade costs and this year’s design was done by one of NOTL’s most beloved artists, Trisha Romance. 

Residents shouldn’t have to pay for private businesses, O’Connor says

The Icewine Festival early next year aims to attract 10,000 visitors, 4,000 more than 2024, said one of its organizers.

Ford stops in NOTL for private meeting at developer’s home

Ontario's Premier Doug Ford made an unannounced stop in Niagara-on-the-Lake Monday night, for a private function at the home of prominent developer Rainer Hummel, joined by Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa, Coun. Erwin Wiens, Shaw Festival executive director Tim Jennings and others from the provincial government.

Short-term rental licences paused as of Dec. 10

This pause will not affect applications that have already been submitted, only those sent in after Dec. 10. 

Letters from grandma still not happening, but letters to and from Santa is a go in NOTL

Canada Post says its financial situation is dire and needs to pull in the purse strings — the president of the local union group, however, says the corporation is being deceptive in making this conflict about its need to turn a profit.

Cheers to the holidays: Caroline Cellars kicks off the season with wine, preserves, and discounts

For $15, visitors sampled three house-made preserves — apple onion jam, mango chutney, and cranberry compote  — paired with a selection of the winery’s wines, including its signature icewine.

Safety of pipe lining practices questioned after St. Davids home filled with fumes

"It was so concentrated that I almost puked," said Tyler Tersigni of the chemical fumes that entered his home on Nov. 29. "I couldn't breathe."

Bear hugs and hot tea at St. Mark’s Church’s Tea and Teddy sale

The two-day sale featured over 100 teddy bears from around the world, along with a variety of Christmas decorations, linens, jewelry, clothing, silver and china.

Lighting artist behind Oscar-winning ‘Pinocchio’ shines with Premier’s Award win

The 26-year-old Niagara College game development graduate, who worked on Guillermo del Toro's Oscar-winning film "Pinocchio," is the winner of this year’s prestigious Premier’s Award in the Recent Graduate category.

Town turns tree criticism into a positive with gift drive

The president of the Niagara-on-the-Lake branch of the Royal Canadian Legion is standing by the tradition of erecting a small, nondescript Christmas tree at the Queen Street clock tower cenotaph despite criticisms calling for something more festive.

​​Turning dried flowers into holiday treasures at Silversmith Brewery

Participants designed three glass ornaments filled with colourful, mulched flowers, learning about colour theory to help them create holiday pieces.

MPP Wayne Gates to be nominated for NDP candidate

The nomination will take place Thursday, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m. at Firemen’s Park in Niagara Falls in the Stamford Centre Volunteer Firemen's Association Hall. 

A hands-on holiday: Attendees get creative at Christmas wreath workshop

The Queenston Library's Christmas wreath workshop gave folks the chance to tap into their creative sides to fashion a custom holiday decor piece.

Council revisits Virgil townhouse plans, votes to approve rezoning

The density of the development will make for a nearly 50 per cent net increase of what the zoning is in the neighbourhood, one councillor said.

Crafting connections at the Legion

According to Al Howse, president of Branch 124, the craft sale has been a staple of the Legion for over five years, usually raising more than $1,000 annually.

Revel toy drive gives back this holiday season

To support the Ronald McDonald House, Revel Realty hosts several fundraisers throughout the year, including a golf tournament and the annual Revel Ball.

Councillors have to ‘have feelings’ when it comes to municipal rules, Wiens says

When discussing whether or not to grant each individual permit, Coun. Sandra O’Connor said making exceptions goes against the tree bylaw in place.

Council moves forward toward new official plan

Niagara-on-the-Lake town council is one step closer to implementing a new official plan, set to be in place next October.

Town of NOTL sues quarry for $1.2M over ‘environmental spill’

Arriscraft claims it did not do anything that violates the standards of the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks and that the town "grossly" overspent on the cleanup.

A small chapel with powerful carols and even bigger cheer

The sounds of the season echoed along the Niagara River on Saturday afternoon, Nov. 30, as carolers raised their voices in song at the Living Water Wayside Chapel.

Young girls enter the world of science at Niagara College’s STEM workshop

How many of us know the pH value of a glass of apple juice? Eleven-year-old Ayla Jack knows the answers.

Yellow Door’s ‘Into the Woods Jr.’ winter production on Dec. 4-7

Directed by Andorlie Hillstrom and led by a talented cast of young Niagara performers,

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