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Aug 27, 2021
Jackfish ready to bring an improved fan experience in 2024
The Welland Jackfish kick off their 2024 season tomorrow, and once again plan on being fans-first. President and Director of Fun Ryan Harrison says there were a couple of big projects over the winter that'll make the experience better for anybody attending. The regular-season schedule is a total of 42 games with 21 of ...
11h ago
Environment Canada says this summer will be good for outdoor lovers
With a dreary and wet spring underway, we wanted to know what the experts predict for summer. So we turned to Senior Climatologist for Environment and Climate Change Canada David Phillips. Here's what he has to say about summer in Ontario, just in time for the long weekend. Of course, he notes that things can change, a...
15h ago
Outdoor Pickleball courts returning in NOTL after two-year pause
After two years, outdoor Pickleball courts at Virgil Sportspark will reopen. In 2022, the Town faced a legal challenge regarding its Noise By-law due to concerns about noise levels from the outdoor pickleball courts. The Town's defense was unsuccessful, and in June of that year, a Provincial Court judge temporarily pau...
15h ago
NRPS hosting open house at Pen Centre
Niagara Regional Police are holding an open house at the Pen Centre today starting at 1:00pm, to celebrate Police Week 2024. This event offers the public a chance to view and interact with various police vehicles and equipment, and engage with officers from both the uniform front line and specialty units such as K9, Ma...
15h ago
Ontario planning to introduce lifetime license suspensions for impaired driving causing death
Ontario is preparing to unveil new legislation aimed at imposing harsher penalties on individuals convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria announced that the government will introduce stringent measures, including lifetime license suspensions, to enhance ro...
15h ago
Welland taking steps to revitalize downtown
Welland City Council has approved hiring a consultant to update the Downtown Health and Wellness Cluster Community Improvement Plan as part of the 2024 capital budget. The firm J.L. Richards & Associates has been selected to undertake the work. Leading the project from within the City of Welland are Grant Munday, d...
15h ago
Niagara Falls preparing for Seniors Month in June
While still a few weeks away, Niagara Falls is gearing up to celebrate Seniors Month in June with a series of free events and activities. Organized by the Seniors Advisory Committee, the month-long celebration aims to enrich the lives of older adults and promote community connections. Seniors can enjoy a range of activ...
May 15, 2024
Gates doubles down on need for caregiver benefits
Following the Ford governments' rejection of a motion for a caregiver benefit in Ontario, MPP Wayne Gates, NDP Official Opposition critic for Long-Term Care, is doubling down on his commitment to the cause. Gates introduced the motion on May 9, which had support support from advocacy groups such as the Canadian Cancer ...
May 15, 2024
Niagara College's Kimberley Cathline wins Influential Women in Agriculture award
Kimberley Cathline, Research Program Manager at the Horticultural & Environmental Sciences Innovation Centre at Niagara College, has been named one of the seven Influential Women in Canadian Agriculture for 2024. This prestigious recognition celebrates her dedication to advancing agricultural research and fostering...
May 15, 2024