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.
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.
Two rep hockey teams that competed in last weekend’s provincial championships encountered high-calibre opposition while turning in exciting performances.
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.
For Rick Mlcak, handmade pottery carries the kind of meaning people can feel as soon as they pick it up: "You have a different sense of connection to the piece than if it’s something you just bought."
Tears fell in Simcoe Park on Wednesday as residents, politicians and family members gathered in Niagara-on-the-Lake to demand freedom for Jimmy Lai — the Hong Kong publisher, democracy advocate and local hotelier now imprisoned for his beliefs.
Niagara-on-the-Lake town council has delayed a decision on the Shaw Festival’s proposed redesign of the Royal George Theatre to allow more consultation with the theatre company — during a meeting that ended with Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa leaving in frustration.
Carvers from across Ontario gathered at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre last weekend for Wonders of Wood, where intricate creations and heartfelt stories revealed how carving continues to inspire creativity, connection and healing across generations.
When it comes to the role that Indigenous peoples had in some of Canada's most significant battles, Crystal Haverstock says many Canadians are only beginning now to grasp the depth of their military service.
On a chilly Friday evening in the heart of St. Davids, a parade of strange characters filled the barrel cellar of the Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery for a night of ghouls, goblins and frights — and a little viticulture.
When Hurricane Melissa tore through Jamaica this week, leaving communities without power and farmworkers unable to reach their families, the Farmworker Hub in Niagara-on-the-Lake moved fast to help.
For sibling owners Jennifer Phelan and Joel Dempsey, who’ve spent nearly 20 years sharing Blue Jays season tickets, baseball isn’t just a pastime — it’s a way of life that’s followed them from behind the bar to behind home plate.
Despite the struggle, tournament organizer and coach James Cadeau says important to deliver a well-run tournament so visiting teams leave with a positive impression of Niagara-on-the-Lake and local players feel proud to represent their community.
Toronto Blue Jays fans filled Niagara-on-the-Lake pubs Friday night as Toronto opened the World Series with an 11-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers, Canada’s first appearance in the championship since 1993. Game 3 is set for tonight at Dodger Stadium, kicking off at 8 p.m.
Crossroads Public School would absorb about 275 students by 2034 — some who currently attend St. Davids and some from future housing developments such as Modero Estates and Niagara-on-the-Green.
Thirteen spots around Niagara-on-the-Lake propped open their doors last Saturday and welcomed in dozens of visitors for an exploration of the town's historic and cultural landmarks.
Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club’s popular Thursday men’s league wrapped up its season with a bang last week with a banquet and prize giveaway — plus an opportunity for some of the talented big dogs to strut their stuff.
A proposal to build five townhouses on York Road in St. Davids drew some concerns during a planning meeting on Tuesday about the size of the project planned and the proximity of its driveways to a busy intersection.
“This is really a piece of history,” said Vincent Mayne from Tree Trust Ontario. “It’s worth stopping by and just recognizing this tree. Slowly drive along the road and enjoy it.”
What began with one resident’s quiet research project has grown into a town-wide effort to rescue Niagara-on-the-Lake’s forgotten military boundary stones and return them to public view.
It was a close call for this year's Niagara Regional Native Centre powwow — the yearly gathering, which saw some organizing troubles, was rescued at the 11th hour by community members who stepped in to save the treasured event.
The sun shone brightly as golfers dressed in period attire, breaking out long skirts, fashionable headgear, tartan regalia and other historic themes to help turn the day into a memorable and remarkable anniversary.
The town administration building and operations building, the NOTL Community Centre and the NOTL Public Library are closed today, Sept. 30, in commemoration of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
