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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.

Sports: Team of the Week: NOTL Wolves U18s win regional Silver Stick title

In hockey, it's often said that defence wins championships. The Niagara-on-the-Lake U18 Wolves got team defence in spades on the weekend – and plenty of...

Grace United’s Christmas Market returns Saturday

John Sayers Special to The Lake Report The Christmas Market at Grace United Church is this Saturday, Nov. 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and...

Woman sought after incident at Cornerstone in Virgil

Terry Flynn was helping out at the Niagara Lions Club Christmas tree lot at Cornerstone Community Church’s town campus on Niagara stone Road when...

Growing Together: Getting your evergreens ready for winter

There are many gardening chores to be done before winter sets in, and hopefully you have been checking some of those jobs off your...

Claus for a cause: Elf and Santa Run benefits youth collective

A program that provides a safe space for youth in Niagara-on-the-Lake will be the beneficiary of Niagara's charitable holiday spirit, as a slew of...

‘I thought moving to a small town would be safer,’ NOTL man says after tires slashed

Yousaf Shaikh hopped in his car, ready to pick up his son from work. That’s when he noticed something was wrong. It was about 9:30...

@theMuseum: NOTL’s house of history is bursting at the seams

This is the first of an ongoing series of stories about the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum as it embarks on a multi-million-dollar fundraising campaign for an...

Artist’s work for Christmas parade fundraiser is on the button

There’s one particular decoration that helps Gail Kerr get into the spirit of the Christmas season. “I love my nutcracker,” Kerr said. “I painted him...

Leaky sewers a symptom of low infrastructure spending, mayor says

The town is dealing with an all-too-common problem in Garrison Village: leaky sewage pipes. The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority is reporting continually high levels of...

Photo essay – Falling for NOTL: Spectacular views from high above

Niagara-on-the-Lake photographer John DeLorenzi captured spectacular scenes around town on a beautiful fall day last week, including some rare bird's-eye drone views of the...

BREAKING NEWS – UPDATE: Rainbow Bridge still closed, other crossings reopen after vehicle explodes at border

The FBI has concluded that a fatal fiery vehicle crash Wednesday on the U.S. side of the Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls was not...

Wartime history comes ‘full circle’ for NOTL’s Gregg family

A letter written more than 100 years ago has brought two families together once again. Bill McKinley of Oakville was leafing through a folder full...

Sports: NOTL’s Devlin finishes her 11th New York Marathon

There's no stopping Niagara-on-the-Lake's marathon woman. Margot Devlin just completed her 11th New York City Marathon on Nov. 5. The NOTL senior, who is quick to...

NOTL getting ready to welcome Santa Claus

You better not pout – Santa Claus is coming to (Old) Town next month. The jolly old elf will be the featured attraction as Niagara-on-the-Lake...

NOTL dog owners can now license Fido online

A new partnership between the town and an online pet licensing platform means making your furry friend legal has become easier for residents of...

Arch-i-text: Dispelling some myths about heritage designation

I don’t believe it is an overstatement to say that, for the first time in the history of Ontario, we have a government that...

State of the Shaw: Audience slow to return to pre-COVID levels

Tim Jennings remains an optimist. It's a must when you're overseeing operations of the Shaw Festival, a major regional economic driver and the country's second-largest live...

Dylan and Maya to lead annual Candlelight Stroll

Youth is at the forefront for this year’s Candlelight Stroll.  Twelve-year-old Maya Webster and 13-year-old Dylan Dietsch will each be in carriages to lead the...

Opening up about death – over a cup of coffee

About 25 people came out to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre on Friday night to sip warm beverages and talk about death. It was the NOTL...

A day of remembrance in NOTL: And Nov. 11 photo gallery

Large crowd turns out to pay their respects in Old Town   They came to remember on Saturday — hundreds of people, young, old, veterans and...

Christmas Tractor Parade back and bigger for 2023

If all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, could the same be said for farmers? Not if Dorothy Soo-Wiens has anything to...

Town’s fire alarm safety program proving popular

A new fire prevention program being offered by Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire & Emergency Services has already drawn interest from the community, the administrator of the...

Events to fuel your holiday spirit in Niagara-on-the-Lake

From farm gear and Santa parades to stepping back in time, there are plenty of ways to get into the spirit of the holidays...

PHOTO GALLERY: Hundreds turn out for NOTL’s two Remembrance Day ceremonies

Niagara-on-the-Lake remembered Canada's fallen during two Saturday ceremonies only hours apart.  Starting at 10:45 a.m., hundreds packed Queen Street at the clock tower cenotaph for...

Letter: Old photos are reminder of NOTL’s historic past

Dear editor: Further to the Nov. 2 photo accompanying the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum's featured Exploring History photo "‘Solid Comfort’ at Niagara Camp," here are two postcards...

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