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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.

Hundreds hits the streets for NOTL’s Terry Fox Run

The 45th annual Terry Fox Run set off from Simcoe Park in Old Town on Sept. 14, with teams of local business, cancer survivors and families joining a community push to finish what Terry Fox started.

‘She just made you smile’: NOTL mourns gardener, teacher and columnist Joanne Young

Friends and fellow gardeners are remembering Joanne Young for her vast knowledge in all things horticulture and her lighthearted teaching style. She was 56.

PHOTOS: Porch is the place to be as musicians play for their neighbours

There's no shortage of artistic and creative spirit in Niagara-on-the-Lake, and this past weekend, it was spilling out from porches across town.

Murder most foul haunts Navy Hall for Shaw Guild’s mystery dinner game

The game was afoot at the Navy Hall at the end of the summer for the Shaw Guild's fundraiser, "Murder Mystery at the Hall."

Shaw Festival’s Spiegeltent to close at end of September

The end is near for the Shaw Festival’s Spiegeltent in Niagara-on-the-Lake, with its final show scheduled for Sept. 28. After that, it'll be returning to its original home in Belgium.

Young NOTL golfers perform well in U15 Canadian championships

Two young Niagara-on-the-Lake golfers, Kaige Zhu and Eli Perng, turned in strong performances at the Canadian under-15 championships in British Columbia this week.

PHOTOS: NOTL Soccer Club wraps up its season with energy and enthusiasm

Niagara-on-the-Lake's young soccer players laced up their cleats and took to the field at the Virgil Sports Park for their final games of the season last weekend.

By kids, for kids: Art contest brings young creatives off devices, into community

The student-run Nature, Play and Mind Club is encouraging fellow young people to ditch their devices and enjoy what the outside world has to offer.

New Royal George Theatre renderings show plans to obscure Queen Street fly tower

In response to a question about the fly tower — a point of controversy due to its proposed height and impact on the heritage landscape — Jennings said the updated design make it less visible on Queen Street.

Hot, dry summer leaves Niagara peach yield smaller, but sweeter

Harvest starts in mid-July and runs into September, with every peach hand-picked, using ladders and harnesses when needed, then transported, packed and sold.

NOTL committee OKs merger of Glencairn Hall land and developer Marotta’s next-door property

The committee of adjustment has given its thumbs up to plans to bring together a portion of the Glencairn Hall property with a plot of land next door.

Politics left at the border as Niagara-on-the-Lake welcomes ‘our U.S. neighbours’

While the political climate has made some Canadians reluctant to head south of the border, it hasn’t stopped several Americans from crossing north, a few making Niagara-on-the-Lake a key stop.

PHOTOS: NOTL Tennis Club tourneys kick off with men’s doubles

The first rounds of the men's doubles tournament were held on Monday, with the men's and ladies doubles semi-finals and finals set for this Saturday, starting off at 10 a.m.

Restoration underway for five of NOTL’s 1800s boundary stones

To date, 19 of the original 37 stones have been located. These originally marked four distinct reserves: Simcoe Park, Queen’s Royal Park, the Commons and the present-day NOTL Golf Club.

PHOTOS: From fifes to firepower, Fort George ends summer with a bang

One demonstration, the perfect volley, attracted the largest crowd. Its firing includes a line of soldiers shooting their muskets at the same time to create one loud and simultaneous shot.

Demolition of Glencairn Hall’s remnants well underway

Crews are dismantling what's left of the historic Glencairn Hall, with much of what survived April's fire torn down as of Monday.

PHOTOS: Life through rosé-coloured glasses at Shades of Summer party

Whether it was fuchsia, coral, blush or rouge, partygoers at this year's Shades of Summer were all seeing life through rose-coloured glasses — or, rosé-coloured glasses.

Wellness hub pitched for old NOTL hospital site to ‘service the community,’ says developer

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s old hospital site might become a one-stop hub for everything from condos and a pool to high-tech health services.

StopGap ramps revive debate between heritage and accessibility

The new StopGap ramp program has long-standing questions about the conflict between NOTL's heritage aesthetic on its main street and making the town more accessible being reconsidered.

Residents show resistance to proposed cell tower near Nelson Park

A crowd of residents had some less-than-positive feedback to share at a public meeting for Signum Wireless' plans to install an 18-metre tall cell tower at Nelson Park.

PHOTO GALLERY: Joy and heartbreak as NOTL golf champions crowned

After two days of intense play in blistering heat and humidity, the marquee competitions for the men’s and women’s overall championships came down to the wire — and then some for the gents.

Hundreds of hot rods roll up for Kinsmen’s 25th car show

Despite the heat, over 1,500 visitors drove in for the event, where 381 vintage rides were on display for the crowds to explore.

Province waters down drought fears with $41M for Niagara irrigation

While those involved don't know what the town’s share of the $41 million will be, the funding will allow long-planned upgrades to its user-paid municipal irrigation system to go ahead, said Coun. Erwin Wiens.

A peachy keen celebration: NOTL’s peach festivals bring flavour and fun together

The Peach Pit in Simcoe Park was the place to be for live music, kids’ activities and a calmer environment to enjoy peach treats in. The shopping took place on Queen Street, where dozens of vendors showed off their peachy products.

Broken chandeliers and splintered doors: Heritage committee takes stock of Glencairn Hall’s collected remains

The town has salvaged a few key pieces of the Glencairn Hall property for their heritage significance and wants to use them in a commemorative display to honour the building's legacy.

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