Separatism is stronger in Alberta than Quebec
Quebec has been eclipsed by Alberta in the strength of its separatist sentiment. Now a higher percentage of Albertans want the question of leaving…
Local
‘I bleed Niagara Falls’: Diodati reflects on 16 years as mayor
After four terms, Jim Diodati leaves office with major projects shaping the city’s future and a promise to keep serving his hometown.
Provincial
Ontario deficit climbs to $16.9 billion as balanced budget pushed back
Fall economic statement outlines business tax relief and industrial support, alongside changes to residential electricity rebates.
Sports
The wait is over: Brewers capture first World Series championship
Milwaukee defeats Tampa Bay 4-1 in Game 5, ending decades of frustration and the championship dreams of Canadian catcher Liam Hicks.
Sports
St. Catharines Sports Hall of Fame set to welcome five new members
The five newest members of the St. Catharines Sports Hall of Fame will be officially enshrined Thursday night at Meridian Centre. The Hall of…
Opinion
Do Canadians, and Carney, understand what’s at stake in the U.S. midterms?
Trying to explain to people the difference between President Donald Trump’s behaviour and his policies resembles trying to describe a vaccination shot to a…
Mayoral candidates best suited to protect their towns in pending Niagara governance reform discussions
For years, the provincial government has questioned whether Niagara's two-tier municipal structure remains efficient and affordable. The debate has intensified as taxpayers have faced…
Anger is not a municipal election platform
Across Niagara, municipal election campaigns are entering their final days, and a familiar pattern is emerging. New candidates are promising change, demanding transparency and…
The appalling new normal
We have recently passed the third anniversary of the horror of Oct. 7, and the news is not good. As we have seen in…
Canada’s odd couple is impacting municipal races in Ontario
The bromance between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Doug Ford caught many Canadians off guard in early 2025 when Carney first won the…
Local · Municipal Election
Siscoe secures second term as Insinna defeats Redekop in Fort Erie
Voters in St. Catharines and Fort Erie chose different paths in Monday’s municipal election, returning Mayor Mat Siscoe to office in the Garden City…
National
Canadians’ living standards and the country’s prosperity are worsening
Recently released economic data and fiscal reports point to an unequivocal conclusion: Canada is in decline. Having suffered though “Canada’s Lost Decade” under former…
National
Leak of EU membership agreement spells danger for Canada
The 21st Canada-EU Summit is scheduled to take place next week on October 29 and 30 in Montreal. Prime Minister Mark Carney will host…
Local
Salit Steel closing Niagara Falls site after 120 years in the city
Company cites steel tariffs and a construction slowdown in decision to close Stanley Avenue facility, while maintaining operations elsewhere in Niagara.
Technology
AI found a flaw that could have let hackers into most of the websites you use
Most people have never heard of PHP. But if you've read a blog, shopped online or checked a government website this week, there's a…
Provincial · Election 2006
BC election could be a photo finish
BC voters will head to the polls on Saturday, October 24th, to decide who may lead the province into the 2030s. Premier David Eby…
Sports
Niagara IceDogs set to honour Hamilton brothers in first franchise retiring jersey ceremony
One brother is still playing in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the New Jersey Devils, while the other is in his first season…
Sports
Cast your vote today: Sports Niagara launches Champion Awards
Sport Niagara has launched a Champion Awards to celebrate sporting excellence across Niagara. Nominations are now open to recognize outstanding athletes, teams, coaches, sport…