Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger tests positive for COVID-19
Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger says he tested positive for COVID-19 yesterday.
Parts of the Prairies brace for major winter storm
A storm Environment Canada has said has the potential to be the ``worst blizzard in decades'' is taking aim at parts of the Prairies, with winter storm warnings in place for much of southern Manitoba and parts of southeastern Saskatchewan.
Thorold fire still under investigation
Officials say the fire broke out just before 3:30 p.m. in a building on Beaverdams Road.
Bank of Canada expected to raise interest rates this morning
Many economists are expecting it to rise 50 basis points to one percent when it is announced this morning.
Gilbert Gottfried, standup comic and actor, dies at 67
Gilbert Gottfried, the actor and legendary standup comic known for his raw, scorched voice and crude jokes, has died.
Emergency crews battle fire on Beaverdams Road in Thorold
The fire appears to be in the main building of 406 Auto Parts at 1665 Beaverdams Road.
Fort Erie Race Track getting set for 125th season of racing
With seven weeks until opening day, the backstretch has now opened and teams along with horses are back on site.
Niagara College happy to add college degree programs
Colleges and Universities Minister Jill Dunlop announced the plan to allow public colleges to start developing three and four-year degree programs that will prepare graduates for jobs in identified fields like the auto sector.
Liberals announce platform promises aimed at women, including pay transparency
The Ontario Liberals are announcing that they would establish $10-a-day before and after school care, provide a parental leave top up and bring back pay transparency legislation in a slate of election platform items aimed at women.
NDP promises $25 minimum wage for early childhood educators in Ontario
The NDP is promising to implement a minimum wage of $25 an hour for registered early childhood educators if the party forms government.
Financial watchdog says Ontario on track to balance budget by 2023-24
Ontario's financial watchdog says the province is on track to balance the budget by 2023-24 and run a $7.1 billion surplus three years later.
Easter egg hunts are back in Niagara this weekend
After a few years off, many communities in Niagara are bringing back in-person Easter egg hunts.
5 shot, unexploded devices found at NYC train station
Five people were shot Tuesday morning at a subway station in Brooklyn, New York, law enforcement sources said.
'My entire rib cage aches from coughing': Lincoln Mayor tests positive for COVID urges vaccination
Another Mayor in Niagara has tested positive for COVID-19.
St. Catharines City Council recommends Mike Britton serve on Niagara Council
St. Catharines City Council has recommended Mike Britton fill the Niagara Region Council seat left empty after George Darte's resignation.
55-year-old man stabbed in St. Catharines overnight
Police are investigating a stabbing in St. Catharines overnight that left a man with serious injuries.
St. Catharines residents parking at Lakeside and Sunset beaches can get a $15 digital pass
St. Catharines City council focused on how beaches should operate this year at last night's meeting.
Two information sessions today for residents interested in becoming a police officer in Niagara
Niagara Regional Police will be hosting information sessions for residents interested in becoming a police officer.
Mayor: More than 10,000 civilians dead in Ukraine port city
The mayor of the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol says more than 10,000 civilians have died in the Russian siege of his city and the full death toll could surpass twice that number.
As provinces ask people to manage COVID risks, experts say the public has less data
At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, retired teacher Lois Armstrong said local health officials where she lives in Kingston, Ont., provided daily updates about outbreaks, cases and deaths in the community.
Ontario will not reinstate mask mandate despite 6th wave of COVID that won't peak for weeks
Ontario's top doctor says the province won't be reinstating its mask mandate despite a sixth wave of COVID-19 that won't peak for several more weeks.
Ontario expanding college degree options in attempt to address workforce shortages
The province says three-year applied degree programs will allow for college programs that would train skilled workers in technology jobs, as well as workers to build electric and infrastructure like roads and transit.
Food industry adjusting to large outbreak of avian flu in Canada, around the world
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada says the food industry is making adjustments to maintain supplies of poultry and eggs in the face of a large outbreak of avian flu in Canada and around the world.
Controlled burn a success at Malcolmson Eco-Park
A controlled burn took place today to promote the growth of grasses that naturally belong in the area.
Niagara Falls man charged after attempted abduction at cheer competition
NRP say it happened this weekend at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre where they were holding the Canadian Cheer All-Star National Championships.
Ontario expanding PCR testing and antiviral eligibility
The Ontario government is making antiviral treatments and PCR testing for COVID-19 more widely available as the province grapples with an increase in infections and hospitalizations.
Prince Charles and Camilla set to return to Canada in May for 3-day royal tour
The royal couple will travel to Newfoundland and Labrador, the Northwest Territories and the Ottawa region.
Ontario is The province is reporting 1.090 COVID-19 hospitalizations, 184 in the ICU
The number of people with COVID-19 in Ontario hospitals is above one-thousand again, after dipping below that threshold over the weekend.
Niagara has another 'living wage' employer
The Niagara SPCA and Humane Society is Niagara’s Latest Certified Living Wage Employer.
Ontario's top doctor to provide COVID-19 update for first time since early March
Ontario's top doctor is set to provide an update today on COVID-19 and access to antiviral treatment in the province.
Ontario teachers' union demands Ford government bring back mask mandate
One teachers' union in Ontario is calling on the government to bring back mask mandates.
Ukrainian defenders dig in as Russia boosts firepower
Ukrainian forces are digging in while Russia's military lines up more firepower, tapping an experienced general to command the war.
Elon Musk no longer joining Twitter's board of directors
Tesla CEO Elon Musk won't be joining Twitter's board of directors as previously announced.
Funeral held for Boris Brott in Hamilton Sunday
A funeral was held in Hamilton Sunday for Boris Brott, one of Canada's most prominent conductors.
Niagara reports 270 new COVID cases over weekend, 36 being treated in hospital
270 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Niagara over the weekend.
18-year-old man stabbed in Welland Friday night
Police are investigating a stabbing in Welland that left an 18-year-old man with serious injuries.
Tourist attraction in Niagara Falls reopens today after Friday's deadly shootinng
A tourist attraction in Niagara Falls will reopen today following a deadly shooting on Friday.
Ontario residents encouraged to request mail-in ballots for June election with COVID on the rise
Elections Ontario is encouraging residents to request mail-in ballots for the June 2nd election, or take advantage of advance polling.
Pictures of truck believed to be involved in deadly shooting in Niagara Falls released
Images of the truck suspected to be involved in a deadly shooting in the Clifton Hill tourist area of Niagara Falls have been released.
194 new COVID cases reported in Niagara, 36 being treated in hospital
It's another day of higher than average COVID-19 cases being reported in Niagara.
Vendors impacted by Hernder Winery fire will be selling goods at market Saturday in St. Catharines
The Mom Market is hosting a one-day event in St. Catharines tomorrow for vendors, impacted by the Hernder Winery fire, to sell their goods.