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Opinion: Thirteen years later, my flag from Parliament Hill has arrived

"As a local photographer who often documents the heritage and beauty of Niagara-on-the-Lake, receiving this flag feels like a full-circle moment," writes Dave van de Laar.

Explore these 13 NOTL destinations during Doors Open on Oct. 18

Local sites will free admission to guests to come inside and hear from knowledgeable guides about the living and built heritage of these places.

Niagara-on-the-Lake council endorses human trafficking code of conduct

Niagara-on-the-Lake council has endorsed a motion supporting a regional code of conduct to combat human trafficking, which says that hospitality workers should be trained to recognize the signs of human trafficking, among other recommendations.

Late horticulture society member Joanne Young honoured with tree planting

On a sunny afternoon along Lakeshore Road, friends of Joanne Young gathered to honour her memory with a heartfelt tree planting ceremony.

Dr. Brown: Exceptional, yet dangerous: the human story so far

"Unfortunately, for all our cleverness, and growing control over nature, humans have failed to develop equivalent wisdom," writes Dr. William Brown.

The Lake Report honoured with 13 national awards

Since it began entering provincial and national competitions in 2020, The Lake Report has won a total of 144 awards, more than any other community news publication in the country.

Local woman brings Narcotics Anonymous meetings to NOTL after recovery journey

Rachel S. first attended a Narcotics Anonymous meeting in 2023, where she introduced herself by saying, “I’m Rachel and I’m an addict.” It was the first time she had ever admitted it — even to herself.

Power surge: Hydro boxes get a Canadian makeover in art contest

Now in its seventh year, the program has transformed 20 hydro boxes in Niagara-on-the-Lake into public art, with three more to be unveiled later this year.

NOTL Museum to explore the ‘good, bad and ugly’ of collecting

The Sept. 18 presentation will examine how museums around the world built their collections over the past century — and the ethical dilemmas many now face as a result.

Brock’s Monument restoration begins this month – with $1.1M federal funding

Access to Brock’s Monument will be closed starting this month for major masonry repairs, backed by a $1.1-million federal investment. Work is expected to...

Shaw artists and local talent to share the stage Sept. 15

The Autumn in the Air concert, now in its third year, will open its doors at 6 p.m., mixing classical selections with unexpected performances.

Artist Nancy Wardle shows off her talent in real time at Queenston Pottery

Nancy Wardle will be at the Queenston Pottery in Niagara-on-the-Lake until Sept. 1 as part of the shop's visiting artist program, showing visitors the ins and outs of her craft.

Arch-i-text: A few wins for heritage preservation and good development in our town

"Sometimes the negative 'press of events' can lead us to believe that there are no 'wins’ to celebrate. But, au contraire, there are," writes Brian Marshall.

Open-air burn ban lifted in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Citing recent rain and favourable weather conditions in the forecast, Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire & Emergency Services has lifted the open-air burn ban after it was enacted on Aug. 11.

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