16 people in the running to fill council seat in Welland
There are 16 people vying to become a councillor in Welland.
Welland's Francophone community gets $2M in fed funding for centre
$2M in federal funding will go towards a new Francophone community centre in Welland.
Ontario issues emergency alert on new stay-at-home order to curb COVID-19
Ontarians have received emergency alerts on their cellphones, radios and televisions telling them to stay home.
Ontario reports 3,295 new COVID-19 cases
This is the third consecutive day where the province has reported more than 3,000 cases.
Ontario government plans enhanced cleaning at schools and refresher training over Spring Break
Locally, education staff in Niagara can sign up to get a COVID-19 vaccine over the break.
FACS Niagara available during stay-at-home order as experts worry about potential increase in abuse
Since March of last year the FACS Niagara Family Counselling Centre has seen an 18 percent increase in the number of people asking for support.
Welland welcome new Deputy Fire Chief
Burt Lamoureaux will step into the role after most recently serving as Hamilton's Assistant Deputy Chief.
New Costco Business Centre opening in St. Catharines today
The store on North Service Road is open to all Costco members and still sells grocery items alongside some items unique to the Business Centre model.
Welland looking to hire lifeguards, swim instructors, and Recreation and Culture Ambassadors
The city will offer free recertification and transfer courses to all interested applicants, including Canadian Red Cross Courses for pool lifeguards, standard first aid with CPR Level C, and water safety instructor.
DSBN reports three new COVID-19 cases
Greendale Public School is reporting one new case while Pine Grove Public School has two new cases.
Plans for 'life-and-death' ICU triage decisions not finalized, health minister says
Ontario's health minister says the province has not yet finalized the protocols to deal with who gets life-saving treatment should intensive care units get overrun with COVID-19 patients.
Sudden restrictions pose a significant cost to Niagara businesses: Chamber CEO
The CEO of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce says today's 'stay-at-home' order will come at a high cost for businesses.
Mayor of St. Catharines says stay-at-home order is needed and overdue
The Mayor of St. Catharines says the new 'stay-at-home' order going into effect tomorrow morning is needed.
Tiger Woods was driving almost 90 mph when he crashed SUV near LA
Tiger Woods was driving nearly 90 mph, twice the posted speed limit, on a downhill stretch of road when he lost control of an SUV outside Los Angeles and crashed in a wreck that left the golf superstar seriously injured, authorities said Wednesday.
51 yr old man charged in thefts of catalytic converters in Niagara
Detectives in Niagara has charged a man in a catalytic converter theft investigation.
Ontario plans to bring COVID-19 vaccines to residents 18+ in virus hot spots
Premier Doug Ford is urging Ontarians to 'hunker down' over the next four weeks as the province imposes a stay-at-home order to fight a surge in COVID-19 cases that is threatening to overwhelm hospitals.
BREAKING | Ontario confirms 'stay-at-home' order in place from April 8th - May 6th
After 24hrs of speculation, it has been confirmed that Ontario is going into a 'stay-at-home' order.
Police asking for help locating stolen truck after early morning robbery in Grimsby
Police are asking you to keep an eye out for a stolen truck after an incident in Grimsby this morning.
16-year-old dies in Montreal hospital from COVID-19
A Montreal hospital is confirming the death of a 16-year-old patient from COVID-19.
Pump action shotgun and 650 rounds of ammo discovered at Niagara Falls home
A Niagara Falls man and woman are facing charges after police discovered guns and ammo.
Niagara hoping to add more vaccine dates soon, but reminds residents 55+ of pharmacy option
Niagara Public Health is hoping to add more vaccination dates after all appointments were quickly booked this morning as the age eligibility dropped to 60+.
Ontario teacher unions call for further protections against COVID-19
Ontario's teacher unions are calling for more protection in schools against COVID-19 as a third wave surges across the province.
Niagara reports highest number of daily COVID cases since mid-January
Niagara is reporting the highest number of daily cases of COVID since mid-January.
39 yr old man arrested after car windows smashed in St. Catharines overnight
A 39 yr old man has been arrested after a number of parked cars had their windows smashed in St. Catharines.
Police looking for 53 yr old man missing in Welland
Police are looking for a missing 53 yr old man in Welland.
Ontario reports more than 3,200 new COVID-19 cases
The last time the number of new cases was this high was January 17th when 3,422 new cases were confirmed.
Niagara residents express frustration, disappointment as COVID-19 vaccine clinics quickly fill up
People 60 and older rushed to claim an appointment time this morning as the provincial booking system opened up to the age range.
Ontario marks vaccination record with 104,382 shots administered yesterday
Premier Doug Ford says 104,382 doses were administered yesterday.
Hornblower Niagara Cruises rebrands to Niagara City Cruises
Vice President and General Manager Mory DiMaurizio says they will still offer the same cruise and the same experiences.
Pathstone Mental Health launches campaign to get 'Worry Monsters' into the hands of kids
Pathstone is reporting increased cases of anxiety, especially in kids 10 and under who report thinking more about death and dying, self-harm, and difficulties at home due to the isolation of the pandemic.
New poll shows Canadians divided on future of home prices
The poll by the Angus Reid Institute finds 40 percent of Canadians want prices to continue to increase while 39 percent are hoping for a fall.
COVID-19 vaccination appointments open to 60+ this morning
Anyone trying to book an appointment today online or by phone (1-888-999-6488) is urged to be patient as the website and hotline have struggled to keep up with demand in the past as newly eligible people rush to book an appointment.
Ontario government considering another stay-at-home order
Yesterday Premier Doug Ford hinted that tougher restrictions would be coming after doctors in Toronto, Peel, and Ottawa asked for the stricter measures.
Ontario residents 60+ can start booking their COVID vaccine Wednesday at 8 a.m.
Ontario residents aged 60+ will be able to book their COVID-19 vaccine appointment tomorrow.
One case of COVID-19 at Grimsby school closes five classrooms
One COVID-19 case at a Grimsby school has closed five classrooms to allow students and staff to isolate.
Ford to announce new restrictions tomorrow as COVID cases continue to climb
Premier Doug Ford says that further restrictions designed to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Ontario will be unveiled tomorrow.
Two new COVID cases at schools in Niagara Falls
Two new COVID-19 cases are being reported at schools in Niagara Falls.
Toronto schools will close tomorrow
Students in Toronto won't be returning to the classroom tomorrow.
Ontario looking at more restrictions for retail sector after crowds at malls over Easter weekend
The Ontario government will be considering some new restrictions on the retail sector after malls were packed over the Easter weekend.
BREAKING | Niagara residents 50+ with postal code L2G will be getting COVID vaccine
The Ontario government is moving into Phase Two of its COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan, with a focus on reaching individuals in "hot spot" communities, including an area in Niagara Falls.
73 new COVID cases, 800 active cases, and 16 in hospital in Niagara
73 new COVID-19 cases are being reported in Niagara today.