Ontario two years behind goal of 15,000 new LTC beds by 2024, fiscal watchdog says
Ontario's fiscal watchdog says the province will not meet its goal of creating 15,000 new long-term care beds by 2024.
40 new COVID infections reported in Niagara today
40 new COVID-19 infections have been reported in Niagara today.
Ontario records second day with fewer than 1,100 new COVID-19 cases.
Provincial officials confirm 1,095 new cases today, along with 23 new deaths linked to the virus.
Two Niagara Falls residents win $250,000 in Instant Crossword Deluxe
Michael Rocco and Louise Gavigan bought their ticket at the Busy Bee Food Mart on Victoria Avenue in Niagara Falls.
Wanted man arrested following Niagara Falls stabbing
Niagara Regional Police officers arrested 20 year old Noah Taylor in St. Catharines without incident after issuing a warrant for his arrest.
Ontario's top doctor wants schools to resume in-person before first step of reopening plan
Dr. David Williams says most public health units have said they're in favour of schools reopening soon.
Rainbow flag to fly at Niagara Catholic's high schools and headquarters this year
In a tight vote, trustees agreed to fly the flag for one week next month after OUTniagara sent a letter co-signed by several other community organizations.
Niagara Region to plant 7,400 tree seedlings at Decew Falls Water Treatment Plant
The Region is pairing up with Land Care Niagara to plant the trees with a goal of increasing vegetative cover across the region as part of Niagara's Official Plan Climate Change work program.
SIU looking into fatal St. Catharines crash
A Niagara Regional Police officer was travelling westbound on Welland Street around 10 a.m. yesterday morning when he noticed a man without a helmet riding the mini-motorcycle in the opposite direction.
Fort Erie's roadside beaches were busy over the weekend, but crowds were controlled at Bay Beach
The first long weekend in Niagara had some Fort Erie residents upset as people flooded the beaches to cool off.
Driver of motorcycle dead and SIU called in after St. Catharines crash
The driver of a motorcycle involved in a crash in St. Catharines has died.
Niagara Catholic Board issues statement following prayer read to students last week
The Niagara Catholic School Board has issued a statement after a prayer asking God to protect the people of Israel was read last week.
Heat in Niagara smashes 1978 record and will move out of region tomorrow
Niagara residents are dealing with yet another hot, steamy day.
Ontario reports first blood clot death in AstraZeneca vax recipient
Ontario is reporting its first death associated with a rare blood clotting disorder linked to the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine.
'Schitt's Creek' coffee-table book 'Best Wishes, Warm Regards' due this fall
``Schitt's Creek'' is coming to a coffee table near you.
Thorold Tunnel evening and overnight closures start tonight
A heads up if you are planning on travelling the Thorold Tunnel over the next few nights.
Ontarians report issues with 2nd AstraZeneca dose bookings as expiry date looms
The first cohort of Ontarians who received the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine in March reported booking headaches and a lack of clarity as they sought to schedule their second jabs on Tuesday.
27 new COVID-19 cases reported in Niagara today marking lowest number since March 25th
27 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Niagara, marking the lowest daily case count since March 25th.
Ontario reports fewer than 2,500 new COVID-19 cases over two days
Today's statistics include 1,039 new cases, the lowest number since early March, but the positivity rate remains around 6.4 percent as nearly 16,900 tests were completed.
Moderna seeking vaccine approval for use in children 12 and older
The drugmaker says a study of 3,700 children in the 12-to-17-year-old age group found its mRNA vaccine was both safe and effective.
Family gifted one year of free travel on 407 after baby born on side of highway
"We're celebrating the amazing birth of baby Nova Campbell who came into the world on the side of the Highway 407 ETR by giving her parents a year of free travel & a gift certificate to offset the cost of car seats for her and her siblings!"
One driver arrested, two others receive licence suspensions at Niagara RIDE checks
Police set up the checkpoints in Port Colborne and St. Catharines on Saturday, stopping approximately 660 vehicles.
Half of Niagara's residents have received first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine
The latest stats from Niagara Region Public Health show 50.4 percent of residents have gotten the shot, though only 3.4 percent have completed the full vaccination process including both shots.
Niagara Falls man charged after reports of a robbery at gas station
NRP officers were told a man entered the gas station, attempted to steal several items, and threatened the clerk with a knife when he was confronted before fleeing.
Niagara prepares for hot, humid day
A special weather statement is in effect as meteorologists expect the temperature to raise to 31 degrees today, feeling more like the mid- to late-30s with the humidity.
25 yr old wanted in connection to armed robbery in Niagara Falls
Niagara Police have issued an arrest warrant for a 25 yr old man wanted in connection with an armed robbery in Niagara Falls.
BREAKING | Ontario residents 12+ can start booking COVID vaccine on Sunday May 23, 2021
Ontario residents 12+ can start booking their vaccine on Sunday.
Outdoor visits at Ontario's long-term care homes allowed as of Saturday May 22nd, 2021
It will be a nice change for people visiting their loved ones in Ontario's long-term care homes.
UPDATE | Splash pads in Ontario allowed to reopen Saturday
Splash pads will be allowed to open this long holiday weekend after all.
Port Colborne to open boat launch tomorrow, but beaches are only for city residents this weekend
Port Colborne is out with a reminder that local beaches are for city residents only right now.
More vaccine appointments available in Niagara
More vaccination dates have been added in Niagara for residents 18+.
Ban on incoming flights from India and Pakistan into Canada extended for another month
Transport Canada is extending the ban on incoming flights from India and Pakistan for another month.
Niagara's top doctor receives COVID-19 vaccine in Pelham today
Niagara's top doctor received his COVID-19 vaccine today in Pelham.
Niagara reports two new COVID-19 deaths for second day in a row
For the second day in a row, two additional COVID-19 deaths have been reported in Niagara.
20 yr old man wanted for stabbing in Niagara Falls overnight that left man with serious injuries
Niagara Police have issued an arrest warrant for a 20 year old man following a stabbing in Niagara Falls.
Golf courses open, but splash pads closed for May 24th weekend
It's going to be a far more subdued Victoria Day weekend than many had hoped for.
Ontario reports fewer than 2,000 new COVID-19 cases
Provincial health officials announced 1,890 new cases and 27 new deaths in today's update.
Plans for racing to return to Fort Erie Racetrack June 15th
Originally June 1st had been set as the start of this year's racing season, but the date was postponed due to the extended province-wide lockdown.
Ontario moves ahead with second doses of AstraZeneca vaccine
Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. David Willaims confirmed doses will be offered to people who already received a first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine.
1.4 million Pfizer doses to be delivered ahead of schedule, but concerns surround Moderna delivery
Provincial leaders are counting on COVID-19 vaccine availability continuing to increase and more people getting a shot as economies prepare to gradually re-open.
Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health to provide update on AstraZeneca vaccines
Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. David Williams and Provincial Outbreak Response Coordinator Dr. Dirk Huyer will provide the update at 10 a.m.