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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.

Election 2022: Teamwork makes the dream work, candidates agree

"Collaborate" was the word in the seats if not on the street at a candidate Meet & Greet session last Tuesday. The four candidates at...

Campaign Walkabout: Parking, traffic, representation are issues in Glendale

Journalists from The Lake Report accompanied Niagara-on-the-Lake’s mayoral candidates as they spent time campaigning and knocking on doors. The stories were published in the...

Niagara Nursery School: Part 2: From NOTL to a much wider world

In part 1 of our series last week, The Lake Report provided a glimpse into the early days of what was to become the...

Queenston Heights steps back in time for historic re-enactment

210th anniversary of key battle from the War of 1812   Blowing winds didn't deter the soldiers who marched from Fort George to Queenston over the...

Secret recording claims Disero knew about husband’s complaint

Lord Mayor Betty Disero is vehemently denying statements in a secret recording that allege she was aware of a bylaw complaint lodged by her...

The Monuments Men: Part 21: Until war do us part

  Sometimes marriages became victims of the separation caused by fighting overseas This year marks the 100th anniversary of Niagara-on-the-Lake's iconic clock tower cenotaph. In recognition of the cenotaph's...

Election 2022: Council candidates speak to competing interests of tourists and residents

The question of the night at FocusNOTL’s second meet and greet session for council candidates was whether the town serves the residents or tourists.  Four...

St. Davids neighbours concerned about series of vehicle break-ins and thefts

Kristen Rose has lived in St. Davids all her life. Growing up, locking her doors wasn't something she had to worry about. Now, she is one...

The Monuments Men: Part 20: The Yates family’s sacrifice: Two sons lost

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Niagara-on-the-Lake's iconic clock tower cenotaph. In recognition of the cenotaph's century of service through two world wars and beyond, NOTL...

Caring Coyotes become Ferocious Foxes for a day

Life was a highway at Crossroads Public School last Thursday as students ran circles around their teachers and their playground in support of Terry...

NOTL restaurants serve up hundreds of Thanksgiving meals

Sometimes the idea of cooking an entire Thanksgiving meal can be daunting. Whether patrons were hoping to avoid the hassle or simply try something...

Campaign Walkabout: Goettler finds support for stances on traffic and tourism

Journalists from The Lake Report are accompanying Niagara-on-the-Lake's mayoral candidates as they spend time campaigning and knocking on doors. The stories are published in...

Driver in pedestrian fatality thought he’d hit a deer, court told

A charge against a Niagara-on-the-Lake driver involved in a fatal late-night collision with a pedestrian could hinge on the court's interpretation of a single...

Niagara Nursery School: Part 1: Half a century of community child care in NOTL

To help mark the 50th anniversary of the Niagara Nursery School and Child Care Centre, The Lake Report scoured the scant early records of the...

Tennis Singles Champions Crowned

SONJA SCHINDELER   Winners were crowned Saturday in the men’s and women’s singles tournament at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Tennis Club. Mark Waier defeated Sebastian Miele to win the men’s...

Election ’22: Traffic, development, tourism highlight chamber election debate

Traffic congestion, affordable housing, short-term rentals, heritage protection and tourism management were the hot topics at a Chamber of Commerce-sponsored candidates debate last week. With...

Repair Café brings new life to household items

Niagara-on-the-Lake resident Esther Battista stopped by the library last week in hopes of getting some advice on where to find a repair person to...

One tree at a time: Free saplings support climate fight

Roland Adams wants everyone to have a free tree – until he runs out, at least. The Gage Street resident is one of a few...

Indigenous motorcycle club’s Unity Ride ends in Niagara-on-the-Lake

The Sovereign Motorcycle Club was at Queenston Memorial Park Saturday afternoon at the end of a long ride from Ohsweken on the Six Nations...

St. Davids teacher faces discipline for using offensive handout

The District School Board of Niagara is in the hot seat after a kindergarten teacher from St. Davids Public School shared a racist handout...

Horoscope: Influence of Venus means we can all feel at ease

Thursday, Sept. 29: Venus enters one of the signs she rules, Libra. (Venus also rules Taurus). When Venus is happy, there is a background of...

Sports: Sun shines on Grape & Wine tennis tourney

Editor's note: This item is corrected from the original story submission. Due to an error in the reporting, the first- and second-place finishers were...

NOTL steps up for Newark Neighbours food drive

Shelves that were nearly bare are now brimming as Thanksgiving approaches   Residents of Niagara-on-the-Lake really stepped up on Saturday for the Newark Neighbours Porch Pick-up...

The Monuments Men: Part 19: Flight training accident claimed life of young pilot

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Niagara-on-the-Lake's iconic clock tower cenotaph. In recognition of the cenotaph's century of service through two world wars and beyond, NOTL...

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