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Niagara-on-the-Lake voters at last advance poll before Oct. 26 talk development, planning, patios

Early voting gave some Niagara-on-the-Lake residents peace of mind, while others saw it as an opportunity to make their voices heard ahead of election day.

History familiar and new on display at Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake

Sixteen historic and cultural spots in offered free admission for visitors to come in and explore. For some, it was a walk down memory lanes. For others, it was a chance to get to know their community better.

Sports: NOTL phenoms reflect on a season of progress on links

At barely 14, NOTL's Kaige Zhu and Eli Perng already competed in tournaments far more intense and demanding than most recreational golfers will ever experience. But they're just getting started.

Sports: Men’s league ends with a bang — and one big boom

Joe Interisano supplied the bang, thanks to a hole-in-one, and young gun Jared Mines brought the boom, winning the open division of the long-drive contest with a blast that measured some 325 yards.

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.

‘Steeling’ the show: Classic cars a hit at Niagara Motors

Pete Zeppetella rolled into the Niagara Motors third-annual car show in Virgil on July 6 in a 71-year-old, half-finished, custom-made pickup and stole the show.

PHOTO GALLERY: Celebrating summer at the farmworkers picnic

There were good vibes in the air on Saturday at Centennial Sports Park in Virgil, as local farmworkers and their friends gathered for the Jamaican workers social event, a new initiative hosted by the Jamaican Liaison Service.

PHOTO GALLERY: Canada Day fun and celebrations all across NOTL

Niagara-on-the-Lake was the place to be this Canada Day weekend, with the streets of Old Town filled to the brim for all the holiday festivities. 

Sports: Golfers mark Canada Day in fine style

Niagara-on-the Lake golfers were resplendent in red and white to celebrate Canada Day. On Tuesday, 52 members of the NOTL Golf Club’s nine and 18-hole women’s leagues held a four-player scramble.

New Queen and Mississagua gateway well worth it, Zalepa says

Guests entering the heritage district of Niagara-on-the-Lake will be greeted by a new sign as a they enter the intersection of Queen and Mississagua streets: a five-foot-tall brick gateway that says "Niagara-on-the-Lake Heritage District."

Horticultural society showcases seven gardens on annual tour

The NOTL Horticultural Society's 30th annual Gardener's Garden Tour is this Saturday, July 6, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Great weather and spectacular colour await as you explore seven exquisite gardens showcasing the talents of area gardeners.

The Turner Report: Old is cool in NOTL and a prized flag rises again

It was raining, so we drove. But forget about parking. The streets of Old Town were jammed. Dorothy and I ended up walking through the wet and the dark halfway back from where we started.

Sports: NOTL Soccer Teams of the Week for July 4

The U9-10 Irish Design and Timbits Red teams Photography by DAVE VAN DE LAAR

Natural beauty worth capturing: artists painting at rose garden

Sometimes it's not enough to stop and smell the roses — you've got to do something to pay tribute to the beauty of nature.

NOTL hosts paddleboarding races for Ontario series

Paddleboarders were off to the races on Saturday, paddles breaking the water of the Niagara River in a quest to be the best.

How Fort George made soldiers battle-ready for the Great War

For a period of time in the late 1800s and into the early 1900s, the government of Canada turned the fort into an installation called Camp Niagara.

Pride Potluck in Simcoe Park attracts steady flow of new friends

Not heavy rain nor extreme heat could prevent Soliel Chauncey and friends, new and old, from having the time of their lives on Sunday at Simcoe Park.

Sports: NOTL Soccer Teams of the Week for June 27

The NOTL Realty U9-10 and Timbits Grey teams are The Lake Report's two soccer teams of the week for June 27.

Joyous NOTL planning 3rd annual Summer Potluck

Mariah Reese Special to The Lake Report Joyous NOTL is hosting its third annual Summer Potluck on Saturday, July 27. This year's celebration, at McFarland House, on...

Arts: Shaw Guild’s pressed flowers displays are inspired by ‘The Secret Garden’

Susan MacDonald Special to The Lake Report Imagine artwork made of pressed flowers that’s unveiled at the opening of the Shaw’s production of "The Secret Garden"...

Letter: Parliament Oak hotel approval could lead to 7-storey buildings throughout Old Town

Dear editor: Most people don’t understand that if the old Parliament Oak school site is rezoned commercial, allowing a building height of 19 metres, then...

Sports: NOTL Soccer Teams of the Week for June 20

We not only have the Copa America and Euro Cup playing out over the next month, but soccer is back on the pitch in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

National Indigenous Peoples Day in NOTL was all about friendship and togetherness

The Niagara Regional Native Centre celebrated National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21 with an open-door approach where visitors were expected to simply enjoy a...

Strawberry Festival is a big and tasty hit once again

Strawberries make people happy. While that may or may not be clinically true, the Strawberry Festival at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Niagara-on-the-Lake on June...

NOTL youth, 12, organizes Pride Potluck at Simcoe Park this Sunday

With no official events in town, Soleil Chauncey creates a safe place for Pride Month celebration   Soleil Chauncey is going to fill a void in...

Butterfly release honours lost loved ones

From open palms dozens of Painted Lady butterflies flew outside the Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre on Saturday, symbolizing both the grief and love of those...

Strawberry Social draws huge crowd to community centre

The town-sponsored Strawberry Social at the NOTL Community Centre is an annual celebration of the senior population.  Held on Wednesday, this year's edition came all...

Master gardeners provide expertise during Shaw Garden Tour

The Shaw Guild’s annual Garden Tour is a way for guests to take in some of the gardens in town— and gain some new...

NOTL under severe heat warning this week

Environment Canada says if there is a place to be during the heat wave sweeping across southern Ontario this week, Niagara-on-the-Lake is among the...

Arch-i-text: The four faces of Regency-era properties

Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to speak in various venues about heritage architecture. During these talks, one of the things I’ve consistently noted...

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