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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.”

Speed cameras having the desired effect, region says

Drivers are slowing down to avoid tickets: staff report Lead-footed drivers appear to be getting the message and slowing down after Niagara Region initiated its...

Arch-i-text: A collective sigh of relief over the Wilderness

As Richard Harley reported in this newspaper last week, it appears as though an agreement has been reached for the conveyance of full title...

Search and rescue open house shines a light on safety

When it comes to being part of a search and rescue team, Randy Klaassen says it's all about keeping your eyes peeled for the...

Leos host walk for guide dogs May 26

The St. Davids Leos are gearing up to support the Lions of Canada Foundation of Dog Guides for the second year in a row...

Bumpy road ahead to fund better town infrastructure

Wendy Cheropita says she didn’t like what she saw in a staff report about the state of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s infrastructure and asset management plan for...

Plans for hovercraft service from Niagara still afloat, promoter says

Hoverlink founder says ‘series of announcements’ to come starting May A lot of time has passed since there has been any news on the progress...

NOTL home builder teams up with Habitat for Humanity

Centennial Homes to build four townhomes in Thorold For Domenic DiLalla, it was an opportunity to give back to the community by doing what his...

Learn & Live session explores ‘lessons of service’

This month’s Learn & Live session will offer a glimpse into the important life lessons learned through military and police service.  On May 27, Peter...

Emergency access to Rand Estate sparks questions at tribunal hearing

There is no “plan B” to Solmar’s emergency access point for the Rand Estate subdivision, says one expert. Transportation consultant Stewart Elkins testified at the...

Controversial King St. condo approved by land tribunal

The Ontario Land Tribunal has approved a controversial condo planned at the end of King Street. The 17-unit, three-storey project originally proposed by Josh Bice...

One man’s journey with ALS: His body ravaged by an insidious disease, Peter Earle vows to face death on his own terms

Peter Earle is preparing to die on June 4. The Niagara-on-the-Lake men's shop owner has amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, which has robbed him of his ability...

Walk, drive, run: NOTL’s inaugural Studio Tour will provide an around-town experience of local art

Known for its theatre, wine, history and natural beauty, Niagara-on-the-Lake has so much to offer that it’s hard to imagine needing anything else. But like...

Letter: Let’s have an informed and serious political discussion

Dear editor: While perusing vinyl flooring recently at a big-box store I innocently asked the salesperson if any flooring was manufactured in Canada. He immediately responded...

Optometrist raises $15,000 for Newark Neighbours

Dr. Marianne Hopkins raised around $8,000 in donations prior to the total solar eclipse on April 8 in support of Newark Neighbours — and...

Mother’s Day florals workshop still has spots left

This Saturday is the last day to book a spot for Lady Lavender Floral’s Mother’s Day workshop on May 11.  The workshop, starting at noon...

Spring has sprung at the NOTL Youth Collective

The NOTL Youth Collective welcomed a new season of fun for youth in Niagara-on-the-Lake last Wednesday. After a successful year of running the collective, Caroline...

A frosty welcome to spring blooms: Fruit growers hoping April chill won’t hurt NOTL crop

So far it looks like typical cold snap for this time of year didn't cause serious damage The dreaded April frost came last week but...

Sign of the times: Die-hard Virgil fans proudly cheer on their Toronto Maple Leafs

Sue Rumsey is a Toronto Maple Leafs fan through and through and she has the front lawn to prove it.  Rumsey’s popular “Go Leafs Go”...

Music Niagara summer season kicks off June 16

Music Niagara’s 26th season kicks off this summer on June 16 with a diverse lineup and new additions for a summer of joyful sound. A...

Aging, deteriorated trees can be a hazard, resident says

Jim Garrett was hosting his grandsons and his daughter for a family birthday one night last week when the power went out in his...

Arts: Win Henstock’s painting of gazebo is cover of new tourism map

It's an instantly recognizable location you likely pass by a lot on Front Street and this summer artist Win Henstock's beautiful depiction of it...

Revellers splash paint at Konzelmann wine tasting

A few visitors to Konzelmann Estate Winery had to be careful not to dip their paint brushes in their wine glasses Saturday afternoon. The estate...

Code Grey: NOTL urged to do more for aging residents

With town older and greyer than most communities, health care and affordable housing for seniors are major issues   “Code Grey” is one in a series...

Rand heritage landscape elements called into question at tribunal

Which parts of the Rand Estate include historic Dunington-Grubb landscape elements? It depends on who you ask, said a landscape architect retained by Solmar, which...

To the rescue: NOTL’s volunteer team is ready to pitch in

On a routine training exercise, a team of search and rescue volunteers spent Saturday morning trudging through Woodend Conservation Area in Niagara-on-the-Lake looking for...

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