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Rumble strips on "problematic" stretch of Lakeshore Road not safe for cyclists
The rumble strips don't leave room to safely move over when being passed by traffic, says cyclist who rides along that stretch of Lakeshore Road regularly. The region responded to concern raised by Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa Saturday, saying there is a plan to address safety for cyclists.
Trisha Romance - the stories behind some of her iconic paintings
The renowned artist sketched out images from her memory after experiencing magical moments which she turned into well-known representations of her family's life in NOTL. The artist will be given the key to the town at a presentation Sunday, Sept. 15 at the Court House at 2 p.m. Read the stories behind her paintings here.
Nick Ruller is stepping down from role as councillor
The first-term councillor has accepted the position of fire chief in Brampton, and his resignation, announced this week, was effective immediately. The town has some options of how to proceed. Read the details here.
Mary Street apartment project receives crucial approvals
William St. resident Richard Ellis questioned council's 'two sets of rules', one for homeowners the other for developers, but was assured that's not the case. At a recent committee of the whole planning meeting, councillors voted for the project to move forward, with changes to the project as it was proposed last year.
Oban Inn celebrates 200 years
This is a story of epic proportions involving one of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s greatest heroines, a devastating fire, the supernatural, and a property on Front street in NOTL that has gone through several owners in 200 years and survives as an inn.
Reports of ghostly inhabitants continue at the Oban Inn
Cpt. Duncan Milloy is the resident ghost in the Oban Inn, with the legend stating that he originally haunted his son William because he didn’t like the way William was running the inn when he took it over from his father. Read about the history of ghosts at the inn here.
Solemn Sept. 11 ceremony honours the fallen
NOTL remembered the horrific 9/11 events in the U.S. 23 years ago with a memorial service in Queen's Royal Park, organized by the town and the Chamber of Commerce.
Townhouses, apartment building planned for Virgil a concern to neighbours
A development behind Cornerstone Church on property now zoned for residences could include 14 townhouses and 24 apartments, but requires Official Plan and zoning bylaw amendments to allow for the size of the project proposed, which concerns residents. Read the details here.
Successful fundraiser drawing 270 supporters felt more like a family gathering
The success of the fundraiser celebrating the 40th anniversary of the impactful work initiated by Jack Wall in Haiti felt like "we knocked it out of the park," said Betsy Wall, who took over the organization for her father. Read about the evening here.
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