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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.

$150K boost pushes Pleasant Manor’s next big build forward

Pleasant Manor’s next transformation just got a six-figure push from the community: Two donations totalling $150,000 were presented Friday afternoon for Radiant Care’s planned intergenerational community hub and fitness and wellness centre in Virgil.

NOTLers sing their way to centre stage at Carnegie Hall

Daryl Novak and Laura Lynn Harry joined a handful of other Chorus Niagara singers last week to perform at the legendary concert hall as part of a special U.S. Memorial Day program.

SORE says new Rand Estate plan ‘flies in the face’ of Ontario Land Tribunal ruling

Lyle Hall, member of Save Our Rand Estate, says this project proposed for the historic Rand Estate lands in Old Town is "a classic wolf in sheep's clothing."

Virgil Stampede bets on families: Changing ride lineup helps create calmer atmosphere, organizers say

The Stampede celebrated its 59th year this past weekend, and an organizer says focusing on families and adding more children's rides has eliminated most security problems the carnival had in the past.

Caregivers in NOTL say they’re facing gaps, inconsistency in support services

Caregivers in NOTL say services meant to offer them reprieve while helping their elderly and sick loved ones are failing to provide the consistent care and stress relief they need.

Fort Mississauga lives again: Visitors flock to reopening of War of 1812 historic site

A thunderstorm did not stop people from turning out on Saturday for the opening of the military fort in Niagara-on-the-Lake that has overlooked the waters of the Niagara River for 210 years.

Sports: Tanner earns Holmwood Trophy with net score of 74

Gayle Tanner had the hot hand Tuesday, winning the Holmwood Trophy during competition in the Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club’s 18-hole women’s league.

NOTL Lawn Bowling Club rolls into 149th season with big plans for 150

What may be Canada's oldest lawn bowling club is heading into its 150th year with one problem: not enough people know this timeless sport exists.

Animal group celebrates second year as kitten season pushes shelter limits

Kitten season is here in Niagara, meaning animal shelters are beginning to experience an influx of newborn kittens coming in — some more than they can handle.

Green thumbs snap up perennials at Horticultural Society plant sale

An hour before the annual plant sale opened Saturday, shoppers were already queueing outside — by 9 a.m. the line stretched the length of the building, and two minutes later, every hellebore was gone.

PHOTO GALLERY: Walking on the wild side at NOTL’s spring flower festival

Flora and fauna were in perfect harmony this past weekend in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The return of the In Bloom Festival saw many wildlife-themed floral installations pop up across town from Friday to Monday.

PHOTO GALLERY: Canada goose family takes in Old Town scenery

With nesting season here for our region's wildlife, locals can expect to see many younglings with their parents out in nature, or wandering the streets — including here in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

From boundary backlash to a fresh start at Crossroads

After a controversial school boundary change left some families angry and anxious about what came next, students from the St. Davids school visited Crossroads to meet the community waiting for them in September.

Sports: Players spring into action at NOTL Golf Club

The club’s nine- and 18-hole women’s leagues were out on the course on Tuesday for their annual opening scramble, kicking off the start of the season.

RiverBrink makes accessibility upgrades, thanks to $92K from province

The art museum's installed a new accessible ramp on one side of the building, updated its exterior stairs on another side and added handrails to the stairs, allowing users with mobility challenges to safely enter the building.

Red Roof Retreat hits new fundraising record at latest pasta dinner

Red Roof Retreat is now $300,000 shy of hitting its multi-million-dollar goal to build a new facility, after selling out its annual pasta dinner, held Sunday evening.

Sports: NOTL hockey players, coaches and volunteers honoured at annual awards

With another successful season in the books, the NOTL Minor Hockey Association honoured some of its coaches, players and volunteers last week.

Kinsmen Club celebrates an egg-cellent turnout at annual Easter event

It took just minutes for 8,000 chocolate eggs to vanish — scooped up by a sea of excited children who fanned out across the Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre in a spring tradition nearly 50 years in the making.

Sports: Memorable performances for Wolves in provincial tourneys

Two rep hockey teams that competed in last weekend’s provincial championships encountered high-calibre opposition while turning in exciting performances.

NOTL pitches 150-space parking lot for old hospital site

The town is studying a project to add 150 parking spaces to the spot, which could bring in up to $1.9 million a year, instead of opening the land to outside ideas — for now.

Red Roof founder talks ‘humbling’ experience receiving medal from the Governor General

It was a surreal moment for Steffanie Bjorgan, to be surrounded by, as she described it, "some of Canada's best and brightest people," all gathered inside the country's most famous home.

‘Get a head start on life’: Gen Z vendors offer handmade goods at Ravine Spring Market

One of the co-founders of Little Hearts Market acknowledged that the buy-local surge since COVID has fluctuated with inflation, but believes customers still make the effort when they can.

NOTL stars alongside Ethiopia and Antarctica in globetrotter’s book of travel photography

Some of Niagara-on-the-Lake's most recognizable landmarks will be featured alongside people and places from all around the globe in a Niagara-based photographer's upcoming book.

Stormwater concerns raised as councillors vote to lift hold on St. Davids subdivision

The development, located north of Chestnut Avenue and south of Warner Road, would include 20 single-detached homes, 24 on-street townhouses and a block reserved for future development.

Green, Guinness and good cheer: NOTL marks St. Patrick’s Day

Niagara-on-the-Lake residents and visitors packed pubs, donned green and embraced Irish traditions Tuesday as St. Patrick’s Day celebrations brought music, food and festivities across town.

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