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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.

Horticultural society’s annual plant sale is a sure sign of spring

Big business retailers have Black Friday. The Niagara-on-the-Lake Horticultural Society has Green Saturday. While not its official name, the society’s annual spring plant sale, being...

Niagara police’s annual food drive teams up with Newark

As part of this year's National Police Week, the Niagara Regional Police Service is gearing up for its fourth-annual spring food drive, which will...

Bar Ruffino and friends help raise $10,000 for Community Crew

It was a night of great wine and food that Community Crew volunteers and supporters won’t soon forget. On April 23, Bar Ruffino, the newest...

Two homeowners get council approval to chop down problem trees

Council had the same conversation twice Tuesday night. Two residents brought similar requests to Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors: to allow them to cut down trees on their...

Taking stalk: Asparagus season kicks off with a bang, and lineups, at Thwaites

  It was game-on at Thwaites Farms in Niagara-on-the-Lake on Friday, May 3 as the first farm-fresh produce of the season hit the stands with...

NOTL councillors vote to raise annual salary to $20,000

Coun. Wendy Cheropita is unhappy with how much Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors are earning and she has persuaded her colleagues to boost their annual stipend. NOTL...

PHOTO GALLERY: Queenston choir rings in spring

The Queenston Women's Chorus celebrated the season with its spring concert on Saturday, April 27 at Trillium United Church in St. Catharines. Some special guests,...

Shaw Festival to use federal money to promote human connections

Humans. There are more of us than ever, yet it seems like we're more disconnected than ever before. The internet, automated answering machines, ATMs, self-serve...

NOTL vineyards survive bitter frost

NOTL vineyards dodged extensive damage from the dangerous intersection of early bud break and April frost. T.S. Eliot wrote “April is the cruellest month,”...

Council reinstates rental licence despite record of non-compliance

A bed and breakfast owner in Niagara-on-the-Lake is frustrated with an “antagonistic bureaucracy” after having her permit revoked by the town. Resident Marlene Gallyot on...

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...

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