New confirmed COVID-19 case involving McMaster University employee
McMaster University is confirming another case of COVID-19 in an employee.
Ontario officials implement restrictions at Toronto, Peel, and Ottawa LTC facilities
The Ontario government is taking steps to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in long-term care facilities in some of the hardest hit areas.
Police search for missing Port Colborne man
Police are searching for a missing 81 year old Port Colborne man.
548 new cases of COVID-19 in Ontario
201 of the new cases are in Toronto, 90 in Peel, 62 in Ottawa, and 56 in York Region.
Trump hints he may now be immune from COVID-19
Donald Trump's return to the White House has stirred up a hornet's nest of controversy
Funeral today for former PM John Turner
The recently renovated St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica in Toronto is set to play host today to the state funeral for former Liberal prime minister John Turner.
Mandatory mask bylaw being extended in Garden City
St. Catharines councillors agreeing to extend the city's mask bylaw to include more public spaces.
Day of Action on Long Term Care
The Niagara Health Coalition has a day of action on long term care planned this week in Niagara.
Batten down the hatches
A special weather statement is in effect for Niagara Falls, Welland and the Southern Niagara Region
One person sent to hospital, $500,000 damage after fire at St. Catharines condo building
The Fire Marshal will investigate a St. Catharines fire that sent one person to hospital and caused half a million dollars in damage.
DSBN teacher receives Prime Minister's Award for teaching excellence
A teacher from Niagara has received the Prime Minister's Award for Teaching Excellence.
Trump leaving hospital saying he feels better than 20 yrs ago
The President of the U.S. says he feels better than he did 20 years ago.
Lincoln warning residents of water bill scam
The town of Lincoln warning residents of a recent scam.
Niagara's Associate Medical Officer of Health advice to avoid hotspots gets attention
A tweet from Niagara's Associate Medical Officer of Health telling locals not to travel to COVID hotspots made headlines today.
Ontario will spend $35M more to help schools in COVID hotspots stay open
The Ontario Ford government has announced $35M in additional funding for schools in COVID-19 hotspots to remain open and safe.
BREAKING | New COVID-19 related death in Niagara
Niagara Region Public Health have confirmed eleven new cases of COVID-19, and one new death.
St. Catharines moves forward with tree giveaway and rain barrel sale
The tree giveaway and rain barrel sale will be happening on October 17th, but with some big changes.
615 new cases of COVID-19 in Ontario
Ontario's Ministry of Health is reporting 615 new cases of COVID-19.
Walker Industries donates $1.5 million to Hospice Niagara for new care centres
Walker Industries will be donating $1.5 million to Hospice Niagara to create the new centres in Fort Erie and Welland.
Ontario government pledges $500,000 to train Niagara PSWs
The Ontario government is spending $500,000 to train 92 Niagara residents as personal support workers.
New ad campaign launches today encouraging tourists to visit Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls Tourism launches a new advertising campaign today to remind Canadians they don't need a reason to be together in Niagara Falls; they just need each other.
Outbreak declared again at one of Niagara's hardest hit retirement homes
Lundy Manor was the scene of one of the region's worst outbreaks in the spring, with 18 residents losing their lives after contracting the coronavirus.
Today is World Teacher's Day, a day that holds special significance this year.
The day was created by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization or UNESCO in 1966
NO COVID-19 walk in testing today in Ontario
If you were hoping to walk into a centre and get a COVID test today you are out of luck.
New benefits are available starting today for Canadians impacted by COVID-19
Canadians can start applying for the new benefits which include $500 per week for up to 26 weeks for caregivers where one person has to miss more than half a week of work because they have to care for someone.
St. Catharines Fire Department and Enbridge team up for Fire Prevention Week
The fire department received 420 alarms late last week as part of Project Zero
Niagara SPCA and Humane Society to accept 80 dogs and cats from northern Ontario
The Niagara SPCA and Humane Society will be accepting 80 animals as the weather starts to turn colder.
Police ask residents to check video footage after St. Catharines stabbing
Police continue to search for more information after a stabbing in St. Catharines.
Ontario's Minister of Labour to make announcement in St. Catharines
Ontario's Minister of Labour, Training, and Skills Development is in St. Catharines today for an announcement.
The heavens will delight with a rare sight this Hallows Eve
We'll have a full moon on October 31st, the second one this month, known as a Blue Moon.
Trump takes ride to wave to supporters
Critics say common sense took a back seat when President Donald Trump decided to take a ride yesterday evening to wave to supporters camped out in front of the hospital where he's being treated for COVID-19.
Police looking for video footage as they investigate death of elderly Pelham man
Police believe a 74 year old man, who was killed Friday morning in Pelham, likely interrupted an attempted theft at his home.
Peace Bridge cash tolls set to soar
When the border reopens, expect to pay more to cross the Peace Bridge into Buffalo or back into Fort Erie.
Help Kids Shine in Niagara
The Niagara Children's Centre annual Help Kids Shine Campaign is underway.
Scouts launch virtual Apple Day campaign
Typically you would see Scouts selling apples outside grocery stores starting today, but in light of the pandemic, the annual Apple Day campaign is going virtual.
It's National Fire Prevention Week
The focus this week is on fire safety.
Fog advisory issued for Niagara
If you're heading out, you may want to plan some extra time for the morning commute.
Two more people in the DSBN test positive for COVID-19
The District School Board of Niagara says one person from Eden High School and one person from Park Public School have tested positive for COVID-19.
566 new cases of COVID-19 in Ontario; 16 in Niagara
Ontario's Ministry of Health have confirmed 566 new cases of COVID-19.
653 new cases of COVID-19 in Ontario; ten new cases in Niagara
Ontario's Ministry of Health is reporting 653 new cases of COVID-19.