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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.”

Residents hope third time’s a charm for indoor NOTL pool

Fully accessible options in Niagara-on-the-Lake for residents who want to swim during the fall and winter are almost non-existent – unless you fancy a...

Pools are closed but splash pad a great way to beat the heat

With all of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s community pools closed for the season as of Monday, the town urges residents to beat the late summer heat at...

Niagara police out in force as school returns

Niagara Regional Police were out in force for the first day of school. For its 23rd annual Traffic and Safety Awareness Day, police set up...

New pilot program for workers could benefit farmers

But critic fears revised rules might worsen workplace concerns   A new government program for agriculture workers could make life easier for some farmers in Niagara-on-the-Lake. But...

Students celebrate their first day back

A few tears and lots of excitement as kids start a new school year Here today and gone tomorrow.  The first day back to school in...

Unused ordnance could still be problem on old military land

The fate of Niagara-on-the-Lake's decommissioned former wastewater plant on Lakeshore Road is in the hands of the federal government.  In August the Niagara Region's public...

Mystery solved: What causes wet spot at Navy Hall?

Ever wonder what’s going on with that spongy spot over near Navy Hall? After a resident suggested it might be a leaky pipe that could...

Quest for a cure: Young diabetic leads charity walk

Except for the white patch on her arm, there’s nothing to suggest 11-year-old Greta Sobol’s problems are any different from those of other kids...

New varieties bring an early start to Niagara’s peach season

New types of peaches are allowing farmers to start the peach season earlier, get more fruit into more homes faster and give people new...

Grace United Church to celebrate its 200th anniversary with special sermon

This year marks exactly two centuries since construction was completed on the Grace United Church in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since the church's opening, parishioners have been gathering...

NOTL tourism sector bouncing back from COVID doldrums

Despite some bumps in the road, this year's tourist season has exceeded expectations in Niagara-on-the-Lake, industry representatives say. The travel sector was one of the...

New crosswalk for busy Mississagua Street

Another new crosswalk in Niagara-on-the-Lake is steps away from completion. The region is installing the new crossing on Mississagua Street at Anderson Lane near the...

Ghost stories and graveyard strolls at annual Jane’s Walk

A heritage home in Niagara-on-the-Lake may be a little bit haunted, if its resident is to be believed.  Elizabeth Pilzecki, who lives at 507 Butler...

Residents get chance to speak on Queen St. hotel proposal

Residents are finally getting their crack at a three-year-old hotel proposal. The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has just received an application from Van Riesen Hotel Group...

Soccer season wraps up with end-of-year festival

Members of the U14 NOTL soccer team, front row: Mark Baranski and coach J.P. Konik. Middle row: Vanessa Rezza, Angelina La Valle, Matthew Amodeo,...

Sailing Club goes green and reduces litter during Shark Championship

One week, 48 boats and only two bags of garbage. Thanks to Sailor for the Sea's Clean Regatta protocols, this year’s Shark World Championship in...

Butler family gathering connects members of worldwide society

For Carol Butler Ross, the weekend’s assembly of the Butlers of was all about spending time with family – even if they had never...

NOTL chef gives his neighbours a good grilling

For the residents of Tuscany Court, community gatherings have been few and far between this summer. Luckily for them, Jason Parsons, executive chef at Peller...

Dig by the docks reveals ‘menagerie’ of historical artifacts

An archeological dig at the site next to the King George III Inn has turned up a trove of artifacts from over a century...

Town seeks feedback on whether to keep outdoor patios

Outdoor patios became a fixture in town during the pandemic – but, originally, they were only meant to be a temporary solution. Now, the town...

Team Pillsy kickstarts Terry Fox fundraising with hundreds of peach pies

A peach pie sale on Tuesday jumpstarted Joe Pillitteri’s season of fundraising for the Terry Fox Run, bringing in more than $5,000 before September's...

Peaches and ice cream at Farmworker Hub a treat for community

The peach cafe at Cornerstone Community Church is no longer a thing of the past. On Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m., NOTLers lined up...

Literacy-loving residents donate thousands of books to Jamaican schools

A few Niagara-on-the-Lake residents are giving students in Jamaica the gift of reading — one book at a time. Over the coming weeks, more than...

Swimmer conquers the river again

With hands tied and no training, Dylan Rumsey swims for Pathstone   Dylan Rumsey swam 12 kilometres down the Niagara River on Saturday – with his...

Rainbow crosswalk vandalism part of troubling trend, experts say

A small stretch of painted pavement has become the site of a symbolic battle in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The town’s new rainbow crosswalk was targeted by vandals...

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