June 5, 2025 The mood was upbeat and the enthusiasm was contagious as the Farmworker Hub celebrated its fourth year of operation with an Open House on Wednesday night. Members of Quest Community Health, Bridges Niagara and Bikes for Farmworkers…
Read MoreMarch 25, 2025 The first of the balmy breezes have arrived and music is in the air with the early arrivals of the red winged blackbirds and the first of the migrating songbirds. For many Niagara residents there is also…
Read MoreFrustration and a sense of helplessness seems to be predominant emotions cresting on the unending wave of news from the south of us. The scale of this societal shift tempts us to think that we are too small…
Read MoreThe announcement was met with a mixture of surprise and joy in the winter of 1944. Henry and Anna Neufeld gathered the family in their tiny farmhouse and shared the news with their nine children – another baby was on the…
Read MoreReflecting back on 2024 a shining achievement rises above the collective memories in our corner of Niagara-on-the-Lake. It’s the story of a family who achieved an unforgettable milestone despite major challenges. Darek and Christine Lauber and their five children…
Read MoreJune 30, 2024 The weather forecast on Saturday, June 29 was less than promising with heavy rain and high wind warnings. Amazingly, the clouds parted and sun broke through just as people began to arrive at the Virgil arena for…
Read MoreNOTL Local , June 11, 2024 It was later than usual to take my dog for a walk one August night but cooler temperatures drew me out to enjoy the cricket choir and star studded skies. It was close to 11pm…
Read MoreMay 8, 2024 This week marks a milestone anniversary in which we honour the life and legacy of Jeleel Stewart. Despite decades of being written out of our history, we remember those who have paid the ultimate price for the…
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