The Newcomers Club is hoping to welcome new members this fall, knowing there are likely many women who have moved to town during the pandemic, and have been unable to get out, meet people and learn about their community. As difficult as it has been for those new to town, it’s also been a challenge for the social club, which usually has many groups and opportunities to meet, … [Read more...] about Newcomers Club hosting Welcome Back event
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Tail Gate Treasures at Pumphouse Saturday
The Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre is known for getting creative, but this Saturday, Sept. 18, they are getting creative with a new fundraising event. The event will run from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and is being touted as one of the two major fundraising events that the Pumphouse organizes on a yearly basis taking the place of the Grand Bazaar that they held in previous … [Read more...] about Tail Gate Treasures at Pumphouse Saturday
Royal Oak prepares for safe reopening
When Royal Oak Community School opens next week for the new school year, it is prepared to do so safely. Head of school Julia Murray says there has been independent thought and discussions about “how to protect our children, who can’t protect themselves.” All staff and any volunteers who come into the school will be fully vaccinated, she says. “It’s one thing we … [Read more...] about Royal Oak prepares for safe reopening
Raccoons thrive in human environment
How’s this for an urban camping experience? After an evening of paddling on the Welland recreation canal in the full moonlight, my girlfriend and I went back to my friend’s place to set up a tent in his backyard. My pal lives in suburban Welland, but has the backyard of a countryside hangout. He and his partner have several raised gardens, a big tree, a rabbit … [Read more...] about Raccoons thrive in human environment
Tune in to virtual meetings to learn about candidates
Update: After The Local had gone to press, the NOTL Chamber of Commerce was able to confirm the date of Sept. 8 for an all-candidates meeting organized with the chambers of Niagara Falls and Fort Erie. With the federal election campaign time so short, and the fact that it’s being held in the midst of pandemic restrictions, it was not initially clear how all-candidates … [Read more...] about Tune in to virtual meetings to learn about candidates
