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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.

Bakers show off their skills – at the library

Whether you’re a new home baker or the next Anna Olson, the Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library’s monthly bake-offs are the place to be.  Led by community...

Seasonal patios renewed but with concerns for future

Niagara-on-the-Lake continues to support seasonal patios more than three years after they became a fixture in town, but one councillor thinks there’s room for...

Arts: Olde Angel Inn featured in CBC’s new ghost hunting series

Many residents of Niagara-on-the-Lake could likely recite a piece of history about the Olde Angel Inn — and some may even know that it's...

What you need to know about speed reductions in Chautauqua

Streets in the Chautauqua neighbourhood of Niagara-on-the-Lake are getting new, reduced speed limits as part of a year-long pilot project. Here’s how what you...

Tender fruit growers keep an eye on weather amid winter chill

It’s a little too early for tender fruit growers to be pressing the panic button about quantity – and quality – of the 2024...

Researchers analyzing nearly 600 responses to seniors housing survey

And now the analysis begins. Fieldwork for the survey of Niagara-on-the-Lake seniors’ future housing options closed Sunday and all told nearly 600 people answered the...

Cold temps can’t keep icewine fans away

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s icewine festival village was kicked off with weather fit for an icey weekend of wine tasting.  Saturday and Sunday marked the first weekend of...

NOTL Catholic trustee suspended for Nazi and Pride flag comparison

Niagara-on-the-Lake Catholic school board trustee Natalia Benoit violated the board’s code of conduct by comparing the Pride flag to the Nazi flag, an independent...

Snow kidding: Cool contest conjures up nicknames for town plows

What’s in a name? Plenty for NOTL’s snow and sidewalk plows   Sled Zeppelin’s coming to Niagara-on-the-Lake and they’re bringing Scoop Dogg and Ctrl Salt Delete...

St. Catharines hospital to be renamed for Marotta family after $15M donation

Niagara Health says a multi-million dollar donation from a Niagara-on-the-Lake family will go a long way toward transforming health care in Niagara. Sisters Angela Marotta...

Goettler Foundation, NOTL Rotary partner on coral reef project

Bill French Special to The Lake Report The Goettler Foundation and the Rotary Club of Niagara-on-the-Lake have teamed up to help fund a $65,000 coral reef...

St. Davids speed enforcement camera coming in April

Drivers travelling along York Road near St. Davids Public School may have noticed what appears to be one of Niagara Region’s new speed cameras. They...

Icewine festival kicks off at outlet mall

Below-freezing temperatures didn’t put a damper on this year’s icewine kick-off. The Outlet Collection at Niagara’s Curbside space hosted one of the first weekend events...

Niagara rally shows support for release of Israeli hostages

Sunday marked 100 days since about 240 hostages were taken from Israel to Gaza during the Oct. 7 attacks by Hamas, launching the Israel-Hamas...

Public to get look at report on controversial King Street proposal

The public will finally get a chance to see a recommendation report from town staff concerning a controversial development proposed for land on King...

Zalepa following legal advice in declaring conflict on Rand

Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa says his decision to declare a conflict of interest over the development of the Rand Estate was not taken lightly. Development...

Tawny Ridge project one step from town approval

Tawny Ridge project one step from town approval A major development proposal for St. Davids is close to receiving final council approval but neighbours remain...

Temperature turnaround makes pickings great for icewine grapes

With warmer-than-average December temperatures in the books, it seemed like the conditions needed to pick grapes for icewine might never arrive. “There’s no snow, no...

Town and SORE issue statements on Rand Estate development

The town of Niagara-on-the-Lake released the following statement about decisions that have been made by staff and council in closed meetings about subdivision plans...

Council reverses course: No heritage trail access to Rand subdivision

After an immense public outcry, Niagara-on-the-Lake council has withdrawn an offer that would have let developer use part of the Upper Canada Heritage Trail...

Conflict complaint prompts probe by integrity commissioner

A Niagara-on-the-Lake councillor is being investigated by the town's integrity commissioner after someone complained she failed to declare a conflict of interest.  “A fellow business...

Chautauqua getting lower speed limits after three years of lobbying

After three years of pushing, residents may be able to walk the streets of Chautauqua a little more safely.  Council voted to decrease speed limits...

Over 500 respond to NOTL seniors housing survey, so far

Project closes on Sunday but there's still time to fill it out   More than 500 people have responded to a survey that aims to find...

NOTL council reverses decision to let developer build access road across heritage trail land

Following a loud public outcry, Niagara-on-the-Lake council has voted to reverse a decision granting Solmar Development Corp. a right-of-way easement over the Upper Canada...

NOTL restaurants make OpenTable’s top healthy restaurants list

Two Niagara-on-the-Lake restaurants have made it on OpenTable's new list of the top restaurants in Canada where diners can eat healthy while still enjoying...

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