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An 83 year old man is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car in St. Catharines.

The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario has appointed Jen Lawson to a three year term on the board.

Niagara Region Public Health reported 24 new COVID-19 cases, and no new deaths today.

For the third year in a row, Niagara Health has been named one of the Top Employers in Hamilton-Niagara.

The Niagara Region has hired a new Director of Economic Development.

UPDATE: Additional charges have been laid in a Welland robbery investigation.

There will be no Santa Claus Parade in Thorold this year.

The Canada Games Council has adjusted the age requirements for the upcoming games in Niagara.

Early Childhood Education Students at Niagara College have launched a free online preschool.

Two employees at the new Costco in Niagara Falls have allegedly tested positive for COVID-19.

The Niagara Catholic District School Board says that there are now nine cases of COVID-19 after an outbreak was declared at the school on November 19th.

Officials with the City of Welland are asking residents to provide their thoughts on the current number of city councilors and wards.

Brock University's Lifespan Institute is seeking local parents for their Parent Advisory Committee.

The Lincoln County Humane Society is seeking donations for their holiday drive.

The Province is asking everyone to not make any in person plans for the holidays this year.

The City of Niagara Falls is looking for volunteers for two new advisory committees.

Niagara Public Health says that there are 17 new COVID-19 cases in the region today, as well as two more deaths.

A self contained, self cleaning washroom could be on the horizon for the Garden City.

Port Colborne City Council has given the green light to an Operating Budget for 2021.

Niagara Centre MPP Jeff Burch says frontline health care workers should be compensated if they're exposed to COVID-19 while on the job.

The DSBN says that a second person at Prince Philip French Immersion School has tested positive for COVID-19.

The City has announced the purchase of three fully electric vehicles in order to reduce their carbon footprint.

The NRP says that fraudsters are illegally obtaining credit cards, and are using them to purchase a large amount of goods over the phone and email.

The R.I.D.E check took place last night on Niagara River Parkway in Queen Victoria Park.

The Town of Pelham has called off the annual Christmas Market event, in accordance with Public Health guidelines.

Niagara Public Health is reporting 24 new cases of COVID-19 today, and no new deaths.

The City has cancelled the Santa Claus Parade, but there will be plenty of other festivities for families to enjoy this year.

The St. Catharines Firefighters Combat Team is looking to raise some money for Pathstone this holiday season.

Niagara-on-the-Lake Lord Mayor Betty Disero would like shoppers to keep their masks on while they're at the outlet mall even if they're outside.

No one is currently battling COVID-19 at Millennium Trail Manor in Niagara Falls.

Six people have now tested positive for COVID-19 at St. Martin Catholic Elementary School in Smithville.

The City of Port Colborne has listed six vacant building lots for sale.

The Welland Mitten Tree 2020 campaign is underway.

If you're a dog owner between the ages of 17-25, Brock University wants to hear from you!

Fort Erie Transit is bringing back the East Green Line for the holiday season.

A staff member from the Central Branch of the St. Catharines Public Library has tested positive for COVID-19.

Niagara Region Public Health is reporting nineteen new cases of COVID-19 today, and no new deaths.

The DSBN has announced that one person at Eden High School has tested positive for COVID-19.

The NRP stopped about 650 drivers during R.I.D.E programs in St. Catharines and Thorold.

The NRP is looking for witnesses following a single-vehicle crash on the Niagara River Parkway.

Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati is looking forward to next year.

The number of COVID-19 cases in Niagara shot up over the weekend.

Another two people have tested positive for COVID-19 at St. Martin Catholic Elementary in Smithville.

Students from the Niagara College Teaching Brewery took home three awards at the recent Ontario Brewing Awards.

Niagara Region Public Health is reminding people to limit their close contacts.

Premier Ford announced today Toronto and Peel will move into lockdown on Monday.

Prime Minister Trudeau announced new measures for small businesses and hinted towards another lockdown.

Niagara Public Health is reporting 25 new COVD-19 cases and no new deaths today.

Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati says Niagara's new dining restrictions have good intentions but there are too many negative ramifications.

Officers are investigating after a driver hit a tree on the Niagara River Parkway and fled the scene on foot.

You'll have to wait another month if you're looking to cross the border in Niagara.

Marnie Cluckie will be the new Chief Administrative Officer for Niagara-on-the-Lake.

A positive case of COVID-19 has been reported at the Niagara College Welland Campus.

Niagara is one step closer to hiring it's next Chief Administrative Officer.

A COVID-19 outbreak has been declared at St. Martin Catholic Elementary School in Smithville.

Charges have been laid in connection to a drug bust in Niagara Falls.

Residents of St. Catharines are being invited to a public information session on the future of transportation in the city.

Small business owners in Niagara can receive assistance through a grant being offered by the Province.

You should not be calling 911 if you catch someone holding a party or not wearing their mask.

Lincoln residents can have their say on what should be prioritized in the 2021 budget.

NRP have laid charges against two people in connection with shoplifting incidents in St. Catharines.

Niagara Health is reporting 20 new cases of the virus and zero new deaths today.

Niagara Regional Council does not approve of the new dining room restriction.

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Niagara.

The DSBN is reporting a new case of COVID-19 at a school in Niagara Falls.

Health Minister Christine Elliott says Niagara's Acting Medical Officer of Health is working to protect the people of Niagara.

NRP officers have made two arrests in an ongoing drug investigation.

Niagara Region, the City of Niagara Falls and Niagara Regional Housing are teaming up on a project to address homelessness.

The Budget Review Committee is considering several proposals that could affect infrastructure in Welland.

No one has more culture than St. Catharines!

One Niagara MPP is asking Premier Doug Ford to provide funding for Niagara bars and restaurants.

The Premier says they will be announcing new measures in hot spot regions in the coming days.

Niagara Public Health is reporting two more COVID -19 related deaths.

Residents in the Extended Care Unit will no longer be allowed visitation.

Education Minister states an extended winter holiday is not necessary at this time.

They're calling on the Niagara Region to declare a state of emergency for mental health, homelessness and addiction.

Niagara Falls City Council has approved the Queen Street BIA's budget for next year.

The Region has hired Kroll Consulting Canada to conduct a third party investigation related to the whistleblower policy.

Niagara Falls City Council has given green light to a $48.1-million capital budget for next year.

A Stevensville man has one-million reasons to smile after winning big with Lotto 6/49.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Health Minister Christine Elliott are defending 10 person cap at restaurants.

The NRP have laid charges stemming from a Welland arson investigation.

Holiday revelers will soon get a chance to celebrate Christmas safely.

Ontario is looking at possibly closing schools for an extended winter break.

Citizens can provide their input on the proposed changes.

The City of St. Catharines is encouraging residents to donate a gift for a deserving child this Christmas.

Niagara Public Health has released the latest COVID-19 numbers.

Twelve downtown business owners have written letters to Niagara Falls City Council against the levy the Queen Street BIA is proposing for next year.

The Town of Lincoln is reporting a positive case of COVID-19 at the Jordan Arena.

We have three new school related cases of COVID-19 and they're all within the Niagara Catholic District School Board.

People in Niagara-on-the-Lake will be able to participate in the NRT OnDemand Service.

A Lotto 6/49 ticket worth $63,872.40 remains unclaimed.

The Rodman Hall art collection will stay in the community.

The City of Niagara Falls is asking residents to provide their thoughts on cannabis cultivation, processing and production.

Nominations are now open for the Welland Winter Lights.

The City of Welland is making adjustments in order to comply with Niagara's Orange "Restrict" level.

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

Over 700 vehicles got to drive by Santa Claus on Queen Street in Niagara Falls.

You will want to avoid the Thorold Tunnel over the next couple of days.

The wind warning has been called off but a flood warning remains in effect for Lake Erie.

Niagara has reached the Orange-Restrict level of the province's COVID-19 framework.

Niagara Catholic is reporting two new cases of COVID-19.

Two people had to be airlifted to hospital following a serious crash on the Niagara River Parkway.

The NRP is investigating after a detached garage went up in flames in Fort Erie.

The NRP is investigating what is believed to be a targeted shooting incident in the Garden City.

Police have identified the body that was found in St. Catharines.

Ontario has updated the COVID-19 Framework with new stricter thresholds.

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

A handful of owners have written to the City against a proposed levy increase to the Queen Street BIA's budget.

The Niagara Poverty Reduction Network awarded the St. Catharines company after they met living wage standards.

Niagara Health Foundation is kicking off its 2020 Celebration of Lights campaign with several tree lighting ceremonies.

Those with COVID-19 will be able to access high quality care without leaving the comfort of their own home.

Families in Niagara Falls hoping to kickstart the holiday fun can do so this weekend at the Winter Festival of Lights.

UPDATE: One man has been arrested but another is still wanted following a St. Catharines robbery.

Construction is officially underway for the new Henley Rowing Centre in St. Catharines.

The Lincoln County Humane Society is going to put a $30,000 grant from PetSmart Charities Canada to good use.

St. Catharines City Council has given the green light to a new Community Improvement Plan.

People in Niagara Falls can now do Christmas shopping at Costco.

The holiday season is about to begin in Niagara Falls!

UPDATE: The NRP has laid more charges against the 41-year-old woman and the 43-year-old man.

UPDATE: Police have charged a 19-year-old Welland man with accessory after the fact.

Niagara Falls will change colour every 15 minutes tonight to honour the class of 2020.