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.

Editorial: Some new ideas, big and small

One of the great joys of working in journalism is that often, it’s not really work at all. Oh, it’s long hours, constant deadlines...

Letter to the editor: Why do we need a new pool and hot tub bylaw?

SUBMITTED BY MIKE HENRY, NOTL.OPINION Dear editor: It seems like our new town council is fixated on passing new bylaws and is struggling to agree on how to...

Letter to the editor: Sailing club has some concerns

SUBMITTED BY JOHN THOMPSON, NOTL SAILING CLUB.OPINION Your recent article regarding high water levels at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Sailing Club starts off with an accurate headline which...

Letter to the editor: Wright is wrong about corporate branding for NOTL attractions

SUBMITTED BY LARRY MANTLE, NOTL.OPINION Dear editor: I am writing in defence of capitalism and common sense regarding the letter from J. Richard Wright (“Corporate branding a bad...

Letter: In honour of D-Day: No More

While watching news coverage of the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Harry Hearth penned this short poem in honour of D-Day...

Letter to the editor: Lets return to civil debate, not name-calling

SUBMITTED BY RICK CULLIS, NOTL.OPINION Dear editor: Last week’s issue of The Lake Report contained an op-ed that I’d like to take issue with.  David Israelson’s...

Letter to the editor: In support of on-site rental owners

SUBMITTED BY WILLIAM COCHRANE SR., NOTL.OPINION Dear editor: Re: “Town urged to crack down on short-term rentals,” The Lake Report, June 6:   In support of the argument...

Letter to the editor: Disparaging comments cheapen debate

SUBMITTED BY LORRAINE HORTON, NOTL.OPINION Dear editor: It is not my intent to comment on the issues raised by David Israelson in his article about the...

Letter to the editor: Rentals do not have to be owner-occupied

SUBMITTED BY JASON CLEMENTS, NOTL.OPINION Dear editor: Re: “Town urged to crack down on short-term rentals,” The Lake Report, June 6:   As the owner of Niagara Holiday...

Letter to the editor: Corporate branding a bad idea for NOTL attractions

SUBMITTED BY J. RICHARD WRIGHT, NOTL.OPINION Dear editor: I just read a letter from reader Glenn Young (NOTL could reap millions by working with corporate brands)...

Editorial: Public information: Just the facts, please

We all make mistakes, keep secrets. Sometimes we overreact, are tentative and cautious, worried about doing the right thing. That can be understandable. But in this modern...

Letter to the editor: Why developer says he cancelled affordable housing project

SUBMITTED BY RAINER HUMMEL, HUMMEL PROPERTIES INC.OPINION Dear editor: Providing any kind of rental housing, regardless of price, is extremely difficult to accomplish. It’s the reason...

Letter to the editor: NOTL could reap millions by working with corporate brands

SUBMITTED BY GLENN YOUNG, NOTL.OPINION Dear editor: I read The Lake Report’s editorial last week, The good – no bad, no ugly. Although I agree with the yea’s you...

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