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Kris Dube, Local Journalism Initiative reporter

Kris Dube is an experienced multimedia reporter with extensive experience in Niagara. He covers civic issues in Niagara-on-the-Lake under the Local Journalism Initiative, which is funded by the Government of Canada

Recent Work by Kris Dube,

Residents ask town to have integrity commissioner look into head librarian's termination

Residents ask town to have integrity commissioner look into head librarian's termination

A delegate who spoke to local politicians and staff at town hall this week called for library neutrality in book selections, even if they are 'offensive.'
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Council Briefs: Backyard pool bylaw, heritage designation and infrastructure investments

Council Briefs: Backyard pool bylaw, heritage designation and infrastructure investments

Reports say town needs to update pool bylaw to make them safer, put more money into infrastructure repairs, and also asks the province to delay heritage designation deadline.
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New Port Colborne EV battery facility announced

New Port Colborne EV battery facility announced

Japanese company to invest $1.6 billion in project
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NOTL takes next step in hiring CAO

NOTL takes next step in hiring CAO

The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has taken one early step in the process of finding its next head staffer.
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NOTL planning meeting derailed by angry resident

NOTL planning meeting derailed by angry resident

Residents attending a recent planning meeting are in opposition to two proposals under discussion. Both were approved to move forward, although there will be more opportunities for discussion.
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Rand hearing talks trees and impact of farming on residential neighbours

Rand hearing talks trees and impact of farming on residential neighbours

A pathway should be part of the division between the subdivision and nearby vineyards, says an agricultural expert.
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Virgil neighbours concerned about townhouse development

Virgil neighbours concerned about townhouse development

Residents object to increased density, loss of privacy and safety issues.
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Demolition of heritage attributes discussed at Rand tribunal

Demolition of heritage attributes discussed at Rand tribunal

A former NOTL heritage planner was questioned about demolition of some heritage assets, some of which she agreed could go and others she recommended keeping.
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NOTL waterfront access in the works with opening of Melville Street dock

NOTL waterfront access in the works with opening of Melville Street dock

The town is looking at opening up the dock to the public and making it safe for launching small watercraft.
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Developer wants town support for a provincial Minister's Zoning Order

Developer wants town support for a provincial Minister's Zoning Order

If approved, the order can fast-track the proposed residential development through the town's rezoning planning process.
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