19 yr old man wanted in Fort Erie shooting
Police have made two arrests following a shooting in Fort Erie.
154 new COVID cases in Niagara, with social gatherings fueling cases
154 new COVID-19 cases are being reported in Niagara today.
Ontario sets another record for new COVID-19 cases, reporting 4,812
Hospitals continue to feel the strain of the pandemic with 23 new hospitalizations today, 42 more people admitted to the ICU, and 38 more people on ventilators.
Port Colborne and BIA enter partnership to run Farmers Market
Through the new partnership, the BIA will run the Friday morning market for the next two seasons with the city providing support, especially when it comes to navigating public health protocols during the pandemic.
NRP charge North York man with sexual assault of woman in her 80s
The investigation began last month after a woman in her 80s said she was assaulted in Lincoln after meeting up with a man she met through Zoosk.
Applications open for next round of St. Catharines CIP funding
Programs include the Tax Increment Finance program, Brownfield Tax Increment Finance Program, Brownfield Tax Assistance Program, and the Façade Improvement Program.
Provincial inspectors to visit construction sites today
The province is sending 200 workplace inspectors and some provincial offences officers to 1,300 construction sites across the province today.
New passport contest highlights Niagara Falls businesses
The Niagara Falls Downtown Business Improvement Area is launching the Eat Local Passport Program with $1,000 in gift cards on the line.
Ontario expected to unveil new COVID-19 restrictions
Government officials have not revealed what measures they may be considering, but it comes as COVID-19 cases across the country surge.
Group of Niagara Health employees win big in Niagara Health Lottery
A dozen Niagara Health workers will be splitting the jackpot from the Niagara Health Lottery
Niagara Region Public Health reports increase in COVID-19 infections linked to social gatherings
Officials say the cases stem things like young adults getting together with friends, families arranging play dates, and gatherings with extended family members and friends.
Niagara's Regional Chair asking residents to 'seriously reconsider' attending anti-lockdown rallies
Bradley says he has heard concerns from the public regarding Bylsma's presence at the rally and is taking the issue seriously. Regional council is set to discuss the matter in the coming days.
Outbreak of COVID declared at Welland hospital
An outbreak of COVID-19 has been declared on the Sixth Floor at Niagara Health's Welland hospital.
Ontario cabinet to discuss new restrictions as cases of COVID-19 hit new high
Premier Doug Ford's cabinet is meeting Thursday to discuss new restrictions necessary to deal with the alarming rise in COVID-19 variant cases that are putting immense pressure on hospitals.
Welland getting two new fire stations
Welland will soon have two new fire halls.
Mayor Bylsma facing fine over anti-lockdown rally
A mayor in Niagara is facing a fine for attending an anti-lockdown rally in St. Catharines this past weekend.
St. Catharines MPP wants action taken against insurance companies 'gouging' during pandemic
The MPP for St. Catharines wants insurance companies to stop 'price gouging' small businesses.
St. Catharines' poetry challenge focuses on community heroes this year
A poetry contest run by the City of St. Catharines is returning this month.
Two men arrested in Grimsby last night after reports of an armed man in Welland
We are finding out more about what happened in Grimsby last night.
Princes William, Harry won't walk side-by-side at funeral
Prince William and Prince Harry won't walk side-by-side as they follow their grandfather's coffin into the church ahead of Prince Philip's funeral on Saturday.
BREAKING | Over 200 new cases of COVID in Niagara along with one new death
Over 200 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Niagara today along with one new death.
30 yr old Niagara man fined $880 for attending anti-mask protest
A 30 year old man from Lincoln has been fined for taking part in a protest in Mississauga.
Ontario sets new record for daily COVID-19 cases with 4,736 reported
Health Minister Christine Elliott attributed 1,188 new cases to Toronto, 983 to Peel, 526 to York, and 215 to Niagara.
Provincial funding aims to help women and young people get into construction and manufacturing
The Ontario government is investing more than $560,000 to offer training and mentorship for up to 60 women and youth as the sectors anticipate a shortage of 31,000 workers over the next 10 years.
Police investigating Fort Erie shooting
A man is in critical condition after a shooting in Fort Erie.
Hamilton Police officer charged with sexual assault after SIU investigation
Constable Ryan Cole has been charged with one count of sexual assault causing bodily harm after a complaint on November 7th, 2020.
St. Catharines Council approves new public washroom
Council has approved a self-contained, automatic self-cleaning unit that could be relocated around the city, but it more robust than other temporary washroom models.
Ontario government considering stricter measures to hold councillors accountable
The government is collecting feedback on the Association of Municipalities recommendations including increased financial penalties, suspension for certain violations, removal from office in some circumstances, and better training for integrity commissioners
Niagara Catholic School Board reporting 19 COVID cases
Niagara Catholic is reporting 19 COVID-19 cases connected to its schools.
Niagara Council looking at its role on Public Health Board following Mayor Bylsma's actions
West Lincoln Mayor Dave Bylsma continues to face repercussions after speaking at a rally in St. Catharines.
Minnesota cop will be charged in shooting of 20 yr old Black motorist
A Minnesota prosecutor says he will charge a white former suburban Minneapolis police officer who fatally shot 20-year-old Black motorist Daunte Wright with second-degree manslaughter.
Police ID 32 year old man shot to death in St. Catharines Monday
Police have released the identity of a 32 yr old man killed in St. Catharines on Monday.
More vaccine clinic dates now available in Niagara
More COVID-19 vaccination clinic dates are now available for booking in Niagara.
BREAKING | 174 new COVID cases in Niagara and one new death
174 new cases of COVID-19 were reported in Niagara today, along with one new death.
Water will be shut off at 6 p.m. in an area of Welland tonight for 6 hours
Water will be shut off in a Welland neighbourhood tonight.
'COVID is everywhere' Niagara Dr. expresses concern with 50 patients now admitted to hospital
"COVID is not only amongst us, it's everywhere."
Juno Awards postpone show date to June 6 amid COVID-19 pandemic
Organizers of the Juno Awards say they've postponed this year's 50th anniversary celebration until June 6 ``out of an abundance of caution in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.''
Blood clots may be linked to AstraZeneca vaccine but still very rare: Health Canada
Health Canada says a new and extremely rare blood clotting syndrome may be linked to Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine but the benefits of the vaccine still far outweigh the risks.
Ontario reports 4,156 new COVID-19 cases
Health Minister Christine Elliott reports 4,156 overall cases including 1,254 in Toronto, 593 in Peel, and 476 in York.
Joint government initiative investing money in Niagara schools to improve COVID-19 protections
The federal and provincial governments will be giving the DSBN $13,041,255 and the Niagara Catholic Board $7,089,000 through the COVID-19 Reliance Infrastructure Stream.
Niagara Health Foundation closer to affording new MRI thanks to generous donation
Barbara Cornelius of St. Catharines and her family have made a one million dollar donation to help buy a third MRI for Niagara Health.