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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.”

Popular historical Neighbourhood Walks return this May

Tickets are on sale now for this May's return of the Neighbourhood Walks series, a chance to learn more about the history of Niagara-on-the-Lake...

Death Cafe addresses important questions in comforting way

Denise Ascenzo Special to Niagara Now/The Lake Report It was a Friday evening, March 22 to be exact, when I attended a gathering at the community...

NOTL chamber president steps down and search is on for interim leader

After two years at the helm and being a major player in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s post-COVID business recovery, NOTL Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Niagara-on-the-Lake president...

Proposed St. Davids subdivision moves forward with committee approval

A proposed subdivision for up to 28 homes in St. Davids has received the OK from the town's politicians. Councillors considered a recommendation report from...

April 22’s Learn & Live focuses on heritage trail’s history

Rick Meloen is a strong advocate for learning about the history of the town. He has a lifetime of knowledge and experience with the inner...

Scotsman Hotel owners seek permission to add sixth guest room

There will be more room at the inn if owners of the Scotsman Hotel get their way. Susan Wheler, who was representing Blair and Brenda...

Golf club staff support colleague fighting cancer

Brenda Breen has been working at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club for nearly 10 years and after a recent cancer diagnosis, her colleagues are banding...

Province begins RFP process for twinning of Garden City Skyway

The twinning of the Garden City Skyway has taken a step toward becoming reality after the province issued a request for proposals for the...

Virgil residents voice concern over next phase of Konik Estates

Some residents in Virgil are worried about the impact to their neighbourhood if phase 2 of the Konik Estates project goes ahead, town politicians...

Town moves 30 km/h speed limit signs put up on wrong streets

Oops. Chautauqua residents spent three years researching solutions to speeding on the community’s narrow streets and then lobbied the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake to implement them. After...

Subdivision proposal for Rand Estate nothing new, Solmar lawyer tells tribunal

There's nothing new about Solmar's plan to build a subdivision on the former Rand Estate property, a lawyer for the developer told the Ontario...

NOTL businesses happy with economic benefits created by the eclipse

Eclipses are good for business. That’s the word from the Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Chamber of Commerce following one of the busiest off-season weekends the community can remember. “April...

Learn about the man who burned down the town

History has laid the blame for the devastating fire in the town of Newark, now Niagara-on-the-Lake, in December 1813 on Joseph Willcocks, who led...

Bird watch: Northern flicker

Lily McKinley Special to Niagara Now/The Lake Report Northern flicker: The northern flicker is a year-round resident of Niagara-on-the-Lake, marked by its vibrant plumage and distinctive markings...

NOTL’s Peter Warrack earns Meritorious Service Cross

His work targeting human trafficking honoured by Governor General Michel Maisonneuve Special to The Lake Report Niagara-on-the-Lake's Peter Warrack has been formally presented with the Meritorious Service...

It was a total eclipse of the heart for awestruck watchers

NOTL experience captivates people from far and wide   With oohs and ahs, cheers and applause, Niagara-on-the-Lake’s total eclipse experience was one to remember for skywatchers...

Eclipse brings Toronto woman to tears at Konzelmann winery party

For the 100 or so people gathered at Konzelmann Estate Winery, it was almost a case of the solar eclipse that wasn’t. But an audible...

ECLIPSED! Fans say the wait was worth it, despite cloudy conditions

Visitors and residents were scattered across Niagara-on-the-Lake Monday afternoon in hopes of catching a glimpse of the full solar eclipse.  In the hours leading up...

Witness the rare solar eclipse at NOTL’s many viewing parties

Niagara Falls may be designated the go-to place to experience the solar eclipse on April 8, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be plenty...

Town is ready for eclipse crowds, fire chief says

It will be "go time" Monday as the town prepares to welcome an expected influx of visitors to view the April 8 solar eclipse. Fire...

Three years later, family is keeping Matthew Wilson’s memory alive

'It is impossible for grief and joy to co-exist,' victim's mother laments   A lovingly crafted, homemade black cross marks the spot in a ditch along...

NOTL Museum’s spotlight on donors: Geoffrey and Lorraine Joyner

“The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum is the pride of the community,” declared Lorraine Joyner, as she discussed the future of the museum and the reason she...

How to watch the eclipse safely

Grabbing a direct look at the sun is dangerous at any time. During a solar eclipse the temptation to get even just a quick glimpse...

NOTL hires its first economic development officer

The town has reached into the Niagara radio business to find its first-ever economic development officer. Ashleigh Myers, who has worked for more that two...

NOTL reaps $3.5 million from broadband network sale

The town will receive about $3.5 million of the initial proceeds from the sale of Niagara Regional Broadband Network to a subsidiary of cable...

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