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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.

Arts: With grandson off to Julliard, NOTL family seeks help with tuition

Dancer Ryan Sherk one of just 20 students selected for prestigious program   Dance phenom Ryan Sherk has one tenacious grandmother in his corner. Ryan, 18, has...

Part 1: Missing in Action: The first Victoria Cross, Lance Corp. Fred Fisher

  In both world wars, there were men killed in action or who died in service who had a connection with Niagara-on-the-Lake but for various...

All eyes were on the pies at NOTL’s Cherry Festival

Getting one of the famous homemade cherry pies at Niagara-on-the-Lake's annual Cherry Festival requires precise planning — and setting an early alarm. Niagara Falls resident...

Case of oak wilt found on Niagara College’s NOTL campus

Oak wilt, the invasive tree fungus that infects and kills oak trees has been found on Niagara College’s Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake. It is...

Sports: Three Thunderhawks teams reach semis at Oshawa tourney

Three young Niagara Thunderhawks lacrosse teams competed in a weekend tournament in Oshawa and all three made it to the semifinals in their division. The...

String of early-morning break-ins leaves NOTL business owners shaken up

Business owners in Niagara-on-the-Lake are on high alert after a series of break-ins early last Wednesday morning. Four small businesses were among those hit during...

NOTL residents give Craig’s Cookies a home on Queen Street

The first thing you notice when you enter this building on Queen Street is the sweet smell of freshly baked cookies. "I just love that...

Sports: Golfers celebrate Canada Day in red and white

Members of the Friday evening Couples League at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club turned out in their red-and-white finery last week to celebrate Canada Day. Winners...

Growing Together: Tips for summer planting, watering and mowing

Here are a few quick tips to keep your gardening flourishing over the summer months. Planting in the summer As I am writing this, we are...

Sports: U9 Thunderhawks compete in Midland lacrosse tourney

The Niagara Thunderhawks U9 minor lacrosse team competed in their first tournament of the season last week in Midland. While the results on the floor...

She wanted to ‘be on the helping side’

New NOTL firefighter set on career path by experience at fatal accident   Some memories flicker like a dying candle, but for Tayler Rodrigue, there's one...

Oak wilt poses a huge threat to NOTL’s oak trees

A fungus known to infect and kill oak trees could have devastating effects in Niagara-on-the-Lake if it spreads.  Holmes Hooke is one of the founders...

Heavy rains damage NOTL cherry crop but pump up peaches

Heavy rains have damaged this season's cherry crop, but there is a silver lining.  “There's an old saying that all the old-time farmers say —...

Simcoe Park, sweet surprises and beyond: Canada Day in NOTL

Whichever way you chose to celebrate, Niagara-on-the-Lake was the place to be for Canada’s 156th birthday celebration.  The highlight for many of Saturday afternoon was...

UPDATE: Body found in Twelve Mile Creek after NOTL man disappeared

A body has been found in Twelve Mile Creek, a short distance downriver from where Niagara-on-the-Lake native Liam Neumann disappeared. The body was discovered Saturday...

First World War re-enactment at Fort George highlights lesser-known NOTL history

Longtime historical re-enactor Craig Williams says reenactment is all about painting an accurate picture of life in the past – the good and the...

Legion’s first literary awards judged by NOTL author

Oxford University graduate, published author and former English teacher Colin Brezicki brought his expertise to judge the Legion's first annual literary contest for seniors. During...

Keeping it Green: Going slow and steady keeps nesting turtles safe on roads

  Turtles in Niagara are braving roads in search of sites to lay eggs. Thoughtful driving and small acts of compassion make a monumental difference...

New milestone reached in restoration of Fort Mississauga

Nestled amid the grounds of the Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club, where the Niagara River washes into Lake Ontario, is a fire- and bomb-proof fortification with...

Motorcycle squads ride to keep residential school history out of shadows

Hailed by smoke bombs and the rhythmic beat of leather-skinned hand drums, motorcycle riders from across southern Ontario rolled into Niagara Sunday afternoon in...

NOTL’s well water smells like ‘rotten eggs,’ rural residents want change

Rural residents in Niagara-on-the-Lake are fed up with their water service. Juan Neumann, a grape grower who lives on East and West Line, wants the...

Bake sale brings Pride to NOTL amid acts of hate

For Mel Thivierge, Sunday’s Pride bake sale was about supporting an important cause without being the centre of attention. “I thought I could lend extra...

Top of her class: St. Davids boxer is fighting her way to the Paris 2024 Olympics. Next stop, Pan Am qualifiers

St. Davids boxer dominates competition in pursuit of Olympic dream   St. Davids boxer Mckenzie Wright is dominating Canadian amateur boxing in her weight class as...

‘Boujee Natives’ bring down the house at St. Catharines arts centre

The walls and floors were vibrating when Indigenous hip-hop duo, Snotty Nose Rez Kids, took the stage at the  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre in...

Sound of drums welcomes summer solstice

A glowing sunset, lots of laughter and dozens of sailboats made last Wednesday’s "Drumming Down the Sun," a celebration of summer's arrival, a magical...

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