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NOTL launches inclusive #GetActiveNOTL campaign

Unlike past challenges that relied on digital step-counting apps, this year’s program encourages residents of all ages and abilities to get active on their own terms, with no technology required.

Arch-i-text: Promises, proposals and observations on Wellness Estates

"The scale, massing and, as mentioned earlier, the height of the proposed design are acceptable, particularly given the break-up of the building’s faces into smaller staggered elements," writes Brian Marshall.

Traffic camera beside Crossroads school vandalized

The Niagara Region, which owns the camera, said they are working to get the camera fixed soon. The use of traffic cameras to enforce speeding, including in school zones like this one, has been met with some anger and controversy in town.

Residents debate more restrictions on vacation rentals in town

With debate around Niagara-on-the-Lake’s vacation rental industry showing no signs of cooling down, the town is going to take a closer look at the rules around short-term rentals — including a potential cap on how many rentals should be allowed to operate.

Letter: Loss of patios will make NOTL’s downtown lonely

"Once we have removed the temporary patios, you will see how lonely and small our downtown will seem," writes Jackie Bonic.

Letter: Annual Shred-It fundraiser cancelled this year

"While we understand this may come as a disappointment to many in our community, we remain committed to our mission and are pleased to confirm that the much-loved Healing Cycle Ride will proceed as planned," writes Bonnie Bagnulo, executive director of NOTL Community Palliative Care Service.

Growing Together: Pruning evergreens as we head into summer

"The longevity of a plant is partially determined by how well a plant has been pruned over the years. Most evergreens need pruning yearly to stay within the size and scale of most landscapes," writes Joanne Young.

Exploring History: Fishing in the Niagara River, c. 1930s

People have been fishing Lake Ontario and the Niagara River for as long as humans have inhabited these shores. The river, lake and creeks once had an abundance of fish, which allowed humans to develop an important relationship with our waterfront.

The Turner Report: Tourists first in a town without pity

"Apartment units should be reserved for long-term tenants, not thrown into the online tourist pool. And no place with a pool or a hot tub should be granted a short-term rental licence, since that’s just a recipe for neighbourhood noise, disruption and mayhem," writes Garth Turner.

SPONSORED: From the Treadwell kitchen to your celebration

Since opening Treadwell, Stephen has been inducted as “Chef of the Year” and a fellow into the Ontario Hostelry Institute, as well as being named 2009 “Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year” by the Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year Awards.

Loss of patios will alter NOTL tourism, Irish Harp owner says

Speaking with The Lake Report, Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa said all patios operating under temporary licenses will cease operations in December, and those on municipal lands may not be able to reapply for permanent licenses.

Ross’ Ramblings: Important hockey query after puzzling game seven in Toronto

"My memory tells me it has been 58 years since their last Stanley Cup Parade in 1967. Apparently, that’s the longest winless streak going. But, it would serve no purpose to bring this up again, so I won’t write anything more about it," writes Ross Robinson.

Editorial: The first step on a difficult journey

"Curtailing or controlling some of the objectionable projects that people have protested about — with more such developments coming — will be difficult," writes Kevin MacLean. "Because we're not just fighting developers, we're fighting provincial mandates."

The Turner Report: Chasing the elusive: Leaders who will listen

"Why did citizens have to protest outside town hall last year with signs and slurs just to be heard? And why wasn’t the mayor there the other night when the largest political mob in modern NOTL history packed the community centre, fully 500 days before a vote?" writes Garth Turner.

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