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Once again, on Saturday, Oct. 19, Doors Open Niagara-on-the-Lake is inviting locals and visitors to celebrate the many heritage treasures that this historical town has to offer.

David Puglisi, 28, is the latest golfer to accomplish the feat this year, thanks to a perfect shot with his trusty 6-iron.

Dozens of Seniors for Climate groups met up in their communities across Canada on Tuesday for Seniors Day for Climate Action, including a spirited group of locals at Simcoe Park in NOTL.

Local food bank Newark Neighbours was short on volunteers this Saturday for its annual Porch Pickup drive, used to create Thanksgiving hampers for those in need in NOTL.

In the third installment of The Brock Chronicles, Andrew Laliberte shares how Sir Isaac Brock's death in the Battle of Queenston Heights inspired an outpouring of grief — and commemorations both in Upper Canada and back home in Britain.

“It can be beastly hot, it can be terribly cold, it can be rough, it can be wet. Being physically ready for that and a willingness to learn are the criteria,” says volunteer Doug Mepham.

This year's competition saw artists Jeannie Manning and Lynne Gaetz win for their works, "Into Our Woods," and "Turbulent Silence," respectively.

"I think we do a lot of dressing up of how tolerant we are of others. We feel good giving to charity. But inclusion is a whole different art," writes Jodey Porter.

Third-generation grower Jeff Duc comes from "a rich history of grape growers," says the chair of the Grape Growers of Ontario.

Based on a Yuan dynasty drama by Guan Hanqing, "Snow in Midsummer" is the story of a young widow accused and executed for a murder she did not commit.

The marathon can be completed as a five-kilometre, 10-kilometre or 25-kilometre bike, run or walk, and will commence at 9 a.m. on Sept. 22.

Grover is good at pulling on heartstrings — the irony is, his are failing. Angel's Rest Dog Rescue and Sanctuary in St. Davids is turning to the public for help saving the life of the four-year-old Westie cross.

If you want to enjoy a day of fun and adventure with your furry friend — as well as support the restoration of a historical part of Niagara-on-the-Lake for all to enjoy — the Paws on the Trail dog walk this fall is the place to be.

The biennial polo match will be held this year on Sept. 14 at the historic Commons. In 2022, it attracted about 2,000 spectators and every year it is held, it offers as much of a glimpse into history as it does the chance to fundraise and bring the community together.