Opinion

The Turner Report: When the rules just don’t matter

"Our leadership gave the final green light to a modern complex that will forever, irrevocably, irreversibly change our landmark street. Not since 1847 when the Courthouse was built has anyone done this," writes Garth Turner.

Shaw review: A thoughtful ‘Heartbreak House’ that never fully catches fire

"'Heartbreak House' is a profound examination of generational change, of dreams and ambitions shattered by war, of industry and government overturning social programs in favour of exploitation," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Arch-i-text: What will it take to ensure heritage properties are protected?

"What do we want our legislative bodies — municipal and provincial — to do to underwrite our shared wish relative to protecting Ontario’s heritage?" writes Brian Marshall.

Dr. Brown: The surprising link between dementia and epilepsy

"Do some patients with mid-to-late-stage dementia have abnormal electrical activity in their brains that contributes to their cognitive decline?" writes Dr. William Brown.

Ross’s Ramblings: This summer’s forest fires recall fires of the past

"Hats off to our first responders. These brave people go toward the fires to save lives and limit damage. Most people flee fires," writes Ross Robinson.

Clarification

After last week’s top story about council’s possible forced designation of three properties on Prideaux Street, there was some confusion about whether local resident...

Editorial: Lots of work ahead for wellness committee

NOTL’s Wellness Committee has a large feat ahead of it and the members are facing it head-on with their attempt to gather authentic input from the community....

Letter: What happened to the scientific method?

Dear Editor: In the last two issues of The Lake Report, I read two dissenting articles regarding our prime minister. As a public figure, elected...

Letter: Trudeau only sorry because he got caught

Dear editor: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau must be judged by his own standards. He has called others racist, homophobic, Islamophobic etc., without proof. He would not take it easy if it was...

Op-ed: The case for good management

Brian Marshall In the Sept. 16 meeting of town council, Coun. Clare Cameron made an impassioned statement concerning the importance of protecting our town’s heritage assets...

Letter: Thanks to the community for support of Terry Fox Run

Dear Editor: Terry Fox brought out the best in us — compassion, togetherness and generosity. This was evident as we gathered together on Sept. 15 at Simcoe...

Letter: Weve all had it with these ignorant protests

Dear editor: I am 100 per cent in agreement with Richard Harley’s Sept. 12 editorial, “Enough is enough,” regarding ongoing protests by a Niagara anti-horse carriage group. I have...

Letter: More books about history of flying in NOTL

Dear editor: Re: Larry Milberry’s letter, “Excellent story on history of flying in NOTL,” The Lake Report, Sept. 12. As the youngest son of Fred Pattison, who...

Letter: Police need to stop horse protesters intimidation tactics

The following letter was sent to Lord Mayor Betty Disero, Laura Sentineal (owner of Sentineal Horse Carriages), MPP Wayne Gates, Eduardo Lafforgue (president, NOTL...

Letter: Restricting cannabis growing makes no sense

Dear editor: I am writing in regarding plans to extend the Niagara-on-the-Lake interim control bylaw for cannabis for another year. Marijuana is grown for medicinal and recreational use. Grapes in...

Letter: NOTLers loved the Snowbirds and Lake Reports coverage

Dear editor: I have always been a fan of the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. As the treasurer of the Niagara Historical Society & Museum, I knew we...

Editorial: Keep NOTL Palliative Care in mind

It’s sometimes a tough decision when you’re putting on a fundraiser. Selecting which charity to donate to can be overwhelming, especially when there are...

Golden Plunger: NOTL Community Centre

Betty and Jane Plunger Patrol Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre 14 Anderson Lane The NOTL Community Centre is one of our favourite bathroom venues. It has it all. It's completely...

EDITORIAL: Enough is enough

NOTL’s not-so-friendly neighbourhood protesters decided to attack the country’s veterans again this weekend, protesting outside a pig roast fundraiser at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 124. It now...

Letter: Trudeau critique was full of propaganda

Dear editor: George Warkentin’s letter to the editor, “Not a fan of Justin Trudeau,” (Sept. 5), was full of propaganda against the prime minister and included a combination...

Letter: Special report on lake erosion highlights importance of shoreline lands

Dear editor: We at Harmony Residents Group wish to congratulate The Lake Report for its special report, “Falling Into the Lake,” (Aug. 29). Not only did your...

Letter: Excellent story on history of flying in NOTL

Dear editor: Congratulations to Denise Ascenzo for her excellent report, ("90 years of flying in NOTL," The Lake Report, Sept. 5), about the history of aviation in Niagara-on-the-Lake. It...

Letter: Town, region letting us down of road and cycling infrastructure

Dear editor: There have been many useful and interesting letters of late about cycling in our town. I am encouraged that the level of discourse...

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