Lab detects first case of West Nile Virus in Niagara in 2025
According to Niagara Region Public Health, a human case of the West Nile Virus has been confirmed in Niagara Falls, the first such case…
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Housing market rebounds in July: Niagara Association of Realtors
According to July housing market statistics from the Niagara Association of Realtors, the Niagara area saw an increase in home sales last month. In…
St. Catharines looking at increasing user fees to offset general tax burden
Consultants for the City of St. Catharines are encouraging Council to look at ways to increase user fees to bring them more in line…
Niagara to See Boost from Ontario’s $1.6 Billion Housing Infrastructure Expansion
Niagara communities stand to benefit as the Ontario government adds $1.6 billion to the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program, bringing the fund’s total to $4…
Fort Erie Council adopts new official plan
The Town of Fort Erie has adopted a new official plan, following years of intense debate and consultation. An official plan for a municipality…
Davies set to open constituency offices, reflects on his political journey
Niagara South’s new Member of Parliament, Fred Davies, is set to officially open his two constituency offices over the next number of days, although…
Rents rise in St. Catharines and Welland, bucking national trend: Report
Rents in St. Catharines and Welland rose in July compared to June, bucking a national trend of rent decreases across the country. At the…
Ontario government commits $94 million to boost Niagara’s water and irrigation infrastructure
The Ontario government is investing nearly $94 million in Niagara Region’s water systems and irrigation networks, aiming to unlock thousands of new homes, bolster…
Niagara Falls Council passes motion calling for heavily discounted Niagara Transit senior fares
Niagara Falls Council is asking Niagara Transit to investigate the possibility of offering heavily discounted transit fares to seniors. Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg had previously…
Futuristic flavours take centre stage at Niagara College’s Project Brew: CyBrewPunk 2099
Beer lovers can take a bold step into the future today, at Niagara College, where the next generation of brewers will showcase their creations…