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Students within the Six Nations of Grand River will continue online schooling for the rest of the year.

Port Colborne drivers who take the Main Street Bridge to work will need to find another route for the next few days.

There are 33 reported variant cases in Niagara.

A favourite event in Buffalo is slated for a comeback this year!

The Governor of New York has released a statement following allegations of sexual harassment.

A cat who was found with severe injuries is now recuperating at a foster home.

The City of Port Colborne has announced some changes taking effect today.

The NRP continue the search for a missing woman from Welland.

In light of the region's move to the red zone of the province's COVID-19 framework, the City of Welland has announced some changes to what's open.

Niagara Public Health is reporting 14 new cases on COVID-19 today.

DSBN reporting three new cases and Niagara Catholic one additional infection.

And it's looking good

High winds in the forecast

Niagara became one of nine regions in the province to change colour just after midnight today.

But with plenty of restrictions

Two Ontario regions are moving back into the grey lockdown category today

The restaurants have been given the green light to stay open past 11 o'clock, at least temporarily.

Star player Siakam out for now

COVID case tally hits new high

The city of Hamilton announcing it will begin vaccinating residents 85 and older starting today.

A familiar face will head the task force designed to help our struggling tourism industry weather the pandemic. 

Residents are invited to weigh in on how facilities should be managed  

As is his custom, Walter Sendzik has made public his annual expense and gift log. 

Kayla Roloson has been found safe.

The City of St. Catharines is re-opening some of its facilities due to the region's upcoming move to the red zone of Ontario's COVID-19 framework.

The province announcing the region will move in the red zone of its COVID framework on Monday.

Good news for fans of the Buffalo Sabres!

Fort Erie residents have another way to share their thoughts on projects in the Town.

There's a couple of bridge closures occurring in the region next week.

A grant from the Canadian Experiences Fund will allow the City of Port Colborne to make improvements to a local attraction.

The provincial government is taking steps to strengthen efforts in Niagara to protect victims, support survivors and hold human trafficking offenders accountable.

The provincial government has announced supports for child care.

More healthcare workers in Niagara are about to get vaccinated.

Niagara Public Health is reporting 21 new cases of COVID-19 today.

The NRP has arrested a man from St. Catharines in connection to an investigation into the sale of fentanyl in Niagara.

A Fort Erie man is facing impaired driving charges after being arrested twice on the same day.

Millions of doses already ordered.

Bust made after police observed a man who was known to them driving a white 2004 Buick.

Niagara's anonymous grocery donor is at it once again!

Police have wrapped up an investigation into the sexual exploitation of children with the arrest of a 67 year old man.

It all depends on vaccine supply.

Announcement set for 10:30 this morning.

Best Buy and Victoria's Secret making cuts

The District School Board of Niagara announcing a new case of COVID at school in Niagara Falls.

Not all of Niagara's municipal leaders support a release sent out by a group of the region's mayors yesterday.

The City of Welland is issuing a reminder to residents that the Main Street Bus Terminal remains available as a warming centre.

Fort Erie residents are being warned about a recent texting scam.

Provincial health officials have provided a COVID-19 modelling update.

A local MPP is continuing to press the provincial government on vaccines diverted from Niagara.

For the sixth year in a row, Niagara College has been named as one of Canada's top ten colleges for research funding.

The provincial government is taking steps to make voting and becoming a candidate easier in a COVID-19 environment.

Niagara Public Health is reporting 12 more cases of COVID-19 today.

The province has announced an investment to increase access to mental health services at Niagara College and Brock University.

Rogers Communications has announced that Pelham and Niagara Falls will soon get 5G service.

The New York State Health Department has released additional guidelines for events such as weddings.

A Lincoln man is facing the charges for allegedly harassing his neighbours.

Gypsy moved to 2023 playbill

If you feel like your butter is harder now than it was in the ``good ol'days,'' you are not alone.

But they caution we must remain vigilant in our fight against COVID

But the question is what about the rest of the population?

The DSBN reporting a case of COVID 19 in an individual at Westlane Secondary School in Niagara Falls.

Accusations include sexual assault

Admiral Art McDonald, has stepped down ahead of an investigation into unspecified allegations.

Have you been wondering why the price of gas has gone up at the pumps? 

The Niagara Catholic District School Board has confirmed a COVID-19 case at a Grimsby School.

Music and sports fans in Buffalo will soon be able to attend more events at stadiums.

A former aide to New York's Governor has released new details about sexual harassment claims she made against him.

The NRP is investigating a suspicious persons report in St. Catharines.

The province of Ontario has announced $115 million towards training students studying to become personal support workers.

People 80 and older will soon be able to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.

Welland residents will soon have another option for working up a sweat at home.

Niagara Public Health is reporting thirteen new cases of COVID-19 today.

Patients within Niagara Health have been getting opportunities to participate in COVID-19 related clinical trials.

No word if the province will include the workers in its vaccine plan.

Another Niagara school reporting a case of COVID-19.

Retired General Rick Hillier will be first up.

Reports of accidents in Niagara

Looking for a job, the two home improvement chains in Niagara are hiring.

NRP says the investigation is closed.

Expect to get a postcard in the mail over the next few weeks.

A day to put on the pink and take a stand against bullying.

Golfer recuperating after surgery.

Residents of St. Catharines will soon be paying a little more for water and wastewater services.

The Ontario government is pledging support to the Greenbelt Foundation.

A Thorold woman is much richer after winning with Instant Cash For Life!

A city spokesperson says that the Mayor of Buffalo will run for re-election.

A Pelham family has launched a Go Fund Me campaign to cover the cost of their toddler's ear surgery.

Niagara Public Health is reporting 23 new COVID-19 cases today.

The City of St. Catharines will apply to be certified as a living wage employer.

The House of Commons will debate a motion today on several changes to Canada's medical assistance in dying bill

You might want to think twice before you run your dishwasher today or throw in a load of laundry before you leave for work.

The anonymous grocery donor strikes again!

We are a step closer to legalized single sports betting in Canada.

It marks Biden's first bilateral meeting as president.

Feeling Footloose? Pretty soon you will be able to dance again in New York State.

The Ford Tories have voted against an NDP sponsored motion that would have given PSW's a $4 an hour pay raise.

Pathstone Mental Health has made some changes to its front line services.

The Niagara Catholic District School board is reportedly investigating its chair for leaving Canada during the provincial lockdown.

A new COVID-19 rehabilitation program has arrived in St. Catharines.

Two Niagara MPPS are at odds over the vaccine shortage in the region.

Niagara Public Health is investigating 6 possible variant cases of COVID-19.

The provincial government has introduced the "Combatting Human Trafficking Act", building on its Anti-Human Trafficking Strategy.

The COVID-19 positivity rate has dropped in Western New York.

Residents of St. Catharines can have their say regarding recreation in the City.

Farmers and producers can now apply to join the St. Catharines Farmers' Market this upcoming spring/summer season.

Niagara Public Health is reporting nine new cases of COVID-19 today.

The NRP is looking for the owner of several stolen items.

Applications for the 2021 Recruit Program will be accepted until April 30th.

Another U.S. driver has been charged with impaired driving by Niagara Regional Police.

NRP asking for our help locating a missing 26 year old man last seen in St. Catharines.

City councillors will be talking water rates at tonight's meeting.

Today the only region making a move is York, which will head into the red.

As well Canada-US. border to remain closed until at least March 21st.

The Ontario SPCA says today is the most delicious way to show your support for animals in need of your help.

It looks like Buffalo won't be going green this year.

When Tony The Tiger uttered those two famous words, "They’re Great", he probably didn't have this in mind.

Police have arrested four suspects following an investigation into the sale of fentanyl and crystal meth.

Saying "yes" to Encore has paid off for a Grimsby woman!

Six Flags in Darien Lake has announced that it will open on May 21st.

The City of Port Colborne has received reports of a potential phone scam.

Motorists who take Highway 20 in Thorold will need to find another route to work on Monday.

The Ontario government is maintaining shutdown measures and the stay at home order for Toronto, Peel and North Bay - Parry Sound.

The province says that adults over 80 may get their first shot soon if their local public health unit has vaccinated the highest priority groups.

The Ontario government is recognizing the efforts of volunteers across the province.

A Go Fund Me campaign has been set up to assist a local teenager who is about to get a kidney transplant.

The federal government has announced changes to some key benefits.

There is a bridge closure in St. Catharines next week.

St. Catharines Fire Services is issuing a reminder to the public to be fire-conscious in the kitchen.

Niagara Public Health is reporting 26 new cases of COVID-19.

Niagara's tourism sector may soon get a boost from the province.

The tech will help protect health care workers and create jobs.

No season ticket sales yet.

Move made under the Reopening Ontario Act

Premier to announce whether he is ending stay at home order in four regions.

Festival organizors across Niagara waiting to hear what the province's Tourism Minister has to say this morning.

Debate on the five Senate amendments is being put off until Tuesday.

NASA's Perseverance Rover has safely landed on Mars!

A local mayor wants the province to provide support to the wine industry in Ontario.

Niagara Public Health is putting forth new measures in an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

The town of Pelham has launched an online portal for residents.

Toronto Blue Jays may be splitting their time between Florida, Buffalo and Toronto this season

Niagara Regional Police have arrested a Lincoln man in connection to a historic sexual assault.

Niagara Public Health has announced three new cases of COVID-19 today.

Ontario's Official Opposition Leader has tabled a bill calling for an inquiry into the province's handling of the pandemic.

Crews are on the scene of a watermain break in Niagara Falls.

With about a year and a half left of his term, a Welland City councilor has resigned.

His obituary advises us, beware of snowflakes!

Reminder: Use the tab at the top of our website for bridge status updates

The body was found last summer.

Fans of the Welland Jackfish have their fingers crossed this year's season can go as planned.

If you're heading up the highway today be prepared for some snowy driving conditions starting midday today.

Andrea Horwath demanding an apology for every woman in Ontario

While the COVID cases keep falling across the province, the two regions asking the government to err on the side of caution.

NASA's Perseverance rover is nearing its date with celestial destiny.

A  St. Catharines man has been charged with firearm related charges after he barricaded himself inside a home yesterday.

Allanburg Bridge off limits today as well.

Summer camps and amusement parks will soon be re-opened in New York State.

A local MPP is asking questions about the vaccine shortage in Niagara

A COVID-19 vaccination clinic is about to open up in Buffalo.

A man from St. Catharines is much richer!

The Liberal Party of Canada has announced the Niagara Falls candidate for the next federal election.

The NRP has confirmed that an arrest has been made in the investigation.

A 22 year old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting in Welland.

Thorold residents can have a say on the future of parks in the city.

A security company is recognizing the efforts of frontline workers with a commemorative coin.

Niagara Public Health reports that there are 14 new cases of COVID-19 today.

Port Cares officials say that one in four Port Colborne residents are at risk of homelessness.

Niagara Health has reopened its COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic at the Seymour Hannah Sports Centre in St. Catharines. 

Dr. Mustafa Hirji grilled during Regional Health Committee Meeting

Looking for a new spot to have a drink?

And it was a much more subdued start to Lent at the Vatican because of the pandemic

Yesterday's storm causing pickup delays in three municipalities.

The DSBN has confirmed that someone at Glynn A Green Public School in Fonthill has tested positive for COVID-19.

The weather has caused some delays in garbage collection in Lincoln, Pelham and Thorold.

The Liberal government has tabled new measures allowing municipalities to ban handguns.

The City of St. Catharines is reminding residents to clear snow off of sidewalks in front of and/or behind their property.

A man is facing several charges after driving on motorcycle during the winter storm.

The Ontario government has made some changes to the Main Street Relief Grant in order to help small businesses purchase personal protective equipment.

Thorold residents are being reminded to remove ice and snow from fire hydrants on their property.

The City of Port Colborne has announced new guidelines in accordance with Niagara's Grey-Lockdown level of the province's COVID-19 framework.

Niagara Public Health is reporting 14 new cases of COVID-19.

No classes today for thousands of students

A winter storm warning is still in effect this morning for the Niagara Region.

The federal government is considering COVID testing for workers, like truck drivers, who regularly cross the border into the U-S. 

Today is the day Niagara heads back into the province’s colour coded framework. 

Motorists who take either the bridge should note it will close today for routine maintenance.