809 new cases of COVID-19 in Ontario; 16 in Niagara
Ontario's Ministry of Health has confirmed 809 new cases of COVID-19.
St. Catharines residents urged to follow COVID procedures as hard-hit areas face new restrictions
"...we're not going to be like Peel, Toronto, and Ottawa. We're going to be able to maintain our economy, we're going to be able to protect our long term care homes and health care system."
Major wine event postponed until 2022
The Triggs International Premium Vinifera Lecture Series scheduled for this coming August has been postponed.
Ford addresses new restrictions and rise in COVID-19 cases
A grave Premier Doug Ford addressed Ontario residents, warning of the impacts of COVID-19 if the spread of the virus is not slowed.
Police still searching for missing Chippawa senior
Officials believe Louis Anderson left his home on foot at 4:30 a.m. yesterday.
Ontario's COVID-19 hotspots are stepping down to a modified Stage Two for 28 days
Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. David Williams says indoor dining, personal services like hair salons, and gyms, in Toronto, Ottawa, and Peel must shut down for at least 28 days.
Canada revamps rent-relief program for businesses, expand loan program
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government will provide direct help to businesses to help them offset the cost of rent.
For the third day in a row, Niagara has nine new cases of COVID-19
For the third day in a row, Niagara Region Public Health have confirmed nine new cases of COVID-19.
BREAKING | 939 new cases of COVID-19 in Ontario
Ontario's Ministry of Health is reporting 939 new cases of COVID-19.
BREAKING | Canada adds 378,000 jobs in September, accelerating growth from August
Statistics Canada says the country added 378,00 jobs in September as Canadians adapted to back-to-school routines and bringing employment to with 720,000 of pre-pandemic levels.
Brock and McMaster researchers create new at home testing device
Researchers at Brock and McMaster University getting kudos for developing a prototype for a hand held device that can help indicate whether someone has a biomarker for a specific type of cancer.
Brock's fall grad ceremonies will be virtual
Brock University students will once again be able to celebrate Convocation from the comfort and safety of their own homes around the world.
Port Colborne High's Broken Spoke program donates 60 bikes to Haiti
A shipment of newly refurbished bikes is on the way to Haiti thanks to some Port Colborne High school students.
Are new COVID-19 restrictions on the horizon as case numbers soar
With Ontario reporting another 797 new cases of COVID-19 yesterday, the question is what is the Ford government planning to do to bring those numbers down?
At least 11 cases of COVID-19 linked to Hamilton spin centre
At least 11 cases of COVID-19 are being linked to a a fitness facility in Hamilton.
The Nature Conservancy talks turkey!
The Nature Conservancy of Canada providing us with some tantalizing tidbits of information about that bird you are about to sit down and eat this Thanskgiving.
10 Niagara residents facing long list of charges in massive illegal cannabis bust
So far police have charged 15 people from Niagara, the GTA, and BC with 135 offences under Project Woolwich.
Changes to Marriage Act to recognize Indigenous customs and traditions
The province has made some changes to the Marriage Act that will now allow Indigenous officiants to perform marriage ceremonies according to their customs and traditions.
Province names new Education Health Advisor
The province has created a new role to help schools weather the COVID-19 storm.
Montessori school principal in Oakville, Ont., charged with child pornography
The principal of a Montessori child-care facility in Oakville, Ont., is facing child-pornography charges.
UPDATE| Missing child found
Police have found a 12 year old girl from Wainfleet.
Time to get 'green' Niagara...garbage collection changes coming in 10 days
There will be no change to Niagara's usual garbage pickup over the Thanksgiving weekend, but there will be a big change in just a few weeks.
Toronto hospital network says info of about 150 patients allegedly stolen
A Toronto hospital network says about 150 patients have been affected by a data breach in which their medical records were allegedly used in an extortion attempt involving a third-party provider.
Nine new cases of COVID-19 in Niagara
Niagara Region Public Health have reported nine new cases of COVID-19.
Police search for missing 84 year old Chippawa man
Louis Anderson was last seen in the Main Street and Sophia Ave area at 2 a.m.
OPP report 209 fatal collisions this year ahead of Thanksgiving blitz
The OPP are reporting 244 people have died in fatal collisions this year as they prepare for the annual Thanksgiving driving blitz.
BREAKING | Ontario reports 797 new cases of COVID-19
Ontario's Ministry of Health is reporting 797 new cases of COVID-19.
Province moving to help festivals and events
The province has announced it is investing $9 million through the new Reconnect Festival and Event Program to support municipalities and event organizers during COVID-19.
Ontario MPP trying to bring twice yearly time switch to an end
Would you like to see an end to the switch from Daylight Saving Time to Standard Time?
You're going to have to pay more to Netflix and chill
Prepare to pay more for Netflix.
A fly takes centre stage in U.S. Vice-Presidential debate
COVID-19 and a fly dominated the first and only U.S. vice-presidential debate.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Premier Doug Ford to make announcement in Oakville
Ontario's Economic Development Minister Vic Fedeli and the federal Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry Navdeep Bains will also join them for this morning's announcement at 11:30.
Today is Day of Action on Long Term Care
Today members of the Ontario Health Coalition will demonstrate across the province in " A Day of Action on Long Term Care."
SIU clears Niagara Falls officers in incident involving intoxicated woman
The province's Special Investigations Unit has cleared officers in Niagara Falls in connection with a June incident that saw a woman trip and fall.
Grimsby man facing two counts of assaulting an officer after standoff
A Grimsby man is facing two counts of assaulting an officer after a standoff yesterday.
Anonymous donor helps support Brock U student mental health fund
An anonymous donor is helping boost mental health supports for Brock University students.
Spooky finds in Canadian homes
Just in time for Halloween, the ghouls at JUSTJUNK have released a list of the spookiest items they have removed from Canadian basements and attics.
The Forty Public House offering Thanksgiving dinner to those in need
A restaurant in Grimsby will be helping those in need celebrate Thanksgiving this year.
Gord Downie fans invited to be part of 'Gord's Legacy' at the FirstOntario PAC
Tragically Hip fans are invited to be part of a free virtual concert experience and show off their vocal talents.
Brock University asks students to avoid leaving Niagara for Thanksgiving and fall break
If students are leaving the region, they are being reminded to limit travel and contact with others when they return.