Region approves 9.6 per cent budget increase

Niagara Regional council has approved its 2025 budget with a 9.6 per cent increase to the levy impacting local taxpayers. For the average home in Niagara, the increase equates to about $191 on the regional tax bill. Read the details here.

Dyck family 'overwhelmed' by community's love and support

Close to 200 people show up on family's driveway and front lawn to sing carols and bring Christmas joy to the family of 15-year-old Megan Dyck. To read about the outpouring of love and support for the Virgil family click here.

Silver Bells and Silver Screens showcases talents of library's Adrianna Polito

The 33-year-old library service associate wows a sold-out crowd of 65 with a mix of music from Hollywood's golden era and holiday classics in the library atrium. Read about the performance here.

Christmas stockings overflowing with goodies delivered to seniors

Every resident in long-term care in NOTL will receive a stocking lovingly filled with gifts Christmas morning, thanks to Joan King. Read about this tradition here.

One door closes, Pleasant Manor opens another for local seniors

As Upper Canada Lodge closes, some local residents find rooms at Pleasant Manor. There will be more long-term care rooms in what promises to be a beautiful setting when its new home opens in the fall of 2025. Read about the new home here.

UPDATE: Shaw Festival CEO Tim Jennings has the keys in his hand

The festival is taking over Upper Canada Lodge, and will use it as an artists' village and education centre. Read the details here.