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OPP says drivers should expect delays on several highway tomorrow through Saturday, due to a trucking convoy heading to the nation's capital.

School sees an 11.2 percent increase in applications from Ontario secondary school students this year.

Environment Canada calling for up to 5 cm of snow today in North Niagara.

Downtown Niagara Falls BIA getting $240,000 for putting on last year's Christmas Market and Santa Claus Parade.

Niagara Regional Police release latest impaired driving stats.

Niagara's COVID-19 death toll now at 470.

Child-care operators and staff urging the province to help make child-care settings safer as the pandemic continues.

Study shows public health nurse-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy can lead to less anxiety and postpartum depression in new mothers.

Investigators say 51 year old Karl Neff of Port Colborne hasn't been seen since January 3rd.

NDP Leader Andrea Horwath says the province needs to resume scheduled procedures, and give hospitals the staff and money necessary to conduct them.

Officials confirm 4,016 patients with COVID-19 in hospital, including 608 in ICUs.

City council approves 2022 budget

First, second and booster shots available

New list from rates.ca

A First Nation in British Columbia is reporting the discovery of 93 potential burial sites at a former residential school.

Niagara Regional Police are on the hunt for a suspect believed to be involved in three robberies.

Premier Ford made comments to a Kenora radio station today, saying the province is close to striking a child-care deal with the federal government.

Convoy will head to Ottawa for mass weekend protest against vaccine mandates

Lincoln council votes in favour of single transportation service for entire region.

Lincoln County Humane Society raising funds by selling Krispy Kreme donuts.

Niagara Impact Awards help recognize local residents, businesses and organizations working hard to improve community.

New online services will provide apprentices with a one stop shop for paying fees, scheduling classes and exams and more.

Steven Del Duca says Ontario government needs to change the definition of fully vaccinated to three doses, as well as make vaccine certificates mandatory to LCBOs, cannabis shops and non-essential retail.

Residents can support their favourite local restaurant and have a chance to win prizes.

There are 3,718 active cases, with the highest numbers coming from St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.

Nine Ontario police services to receive funds through the Ontario Closed Circuit Television Grant.

There are 4,008 hospital patients with the virus, 55 percent of which were admitted for COVID-19.

Police are asking the public for information after two vehicles collided yesterday near Linwell and Lakeport Roads in St. Catharines.

New data only reports schools with absences over 30 percent

Dr. Mustafa Hirji admits some go above and beyond provincial recommendations

Over 200 staff and physicians off the job and self isolating due to the virus

See a murder put it on the map

Chippawa Park impacted by last week's storm

Heavy snow in the forecast for tomorrow morning

Data published earlier today suggests 337 schools hit the 30 percent absentee mark as of Friday.

Officers say a man pointed a weapon at an employee and took off with several items.

Police say Eden High School evacuated due to a threat.

Investigators says a man used a fake name to seek out individuals looking for an apartment to rent.

There are 158 Niagara Health patients battling COVID-19, including 24 in the ICU.

Nunavut signs $10-a-day child care agreement with the federal government, making Ontario the only jurisdiction not to do the same.

Online tool launched to connect project team with local businesses able to supply services and materials for project.

Ford spoke at this morning's ROMA conference, touching on issues relating to hospital capacity, the housing crisis and broadband internet.

Health officials confirm 3,861 patients hospitalized with COVID-19, though the number is expected to be higher.

But only when the rate reaches 30 percent

QB's Allen and Mahomes deliver what many are calling playoff instant classic

Anyone 5 plus can get a shot

Protest targets new vaccine mandate for truckers entering Canada

Previous tickets sold to the game have been cancelled because of new attendance restrictions

April Jeffs replaces the late Sandie Bellows

Essential workers who are not American citizens or permanent residents will soon need to prove vaccination status when crossing the border.

It is a bad day for celebrity deaths, first Meatloaf and now Louie Anderson.

First, second, pediatric and booster shots available.

Businesses could see an additional four percent in electricity savings compared to last year.

Buffalo Bills to face off against Kansas City Chiefs in divisional round game on Sunday.

Virtual cupcake decorating contest is being held to raise funds for SPCA chapters across the country.

Centre will be open seven days a week.

Proceeds will go towards upgrades and beautification of centre.

Pair stranded on abandoned ship.

Niagara's COVID-19 death toll hits 462.

Anyone ticketed for parking on the street during this week's storm can pay off the $75 fine by supporting a local restaurant.

Officials confirm over 4,000 people hospitalized with COVID-19 in Ontario.

High School students in class today

"From his heart to your souls…don’t ever stop rocking!"

Indoor dining, gyms, cinemas, arenas, concert venues, casinos and theatres are just some of the businesses that can re-open at 50 percent capacity starting January 31.

Local MPPs respond after Niagara's Chief Medical Officer receives letter from Ontario's top doctor.

Town officials say a couple of road closures will be in effect tomorrow and Saturday for snow removal.

Welland's short-term rental licensing policy will take effect January 31st.

Clean air technology leader looking to bring business to Fort Erie.

Niagara's death toll hits 461.

Official Opposition Leader Andrea Horwath wants more paid sick days, testing and an expanded vaccine certificate program to include places like LCBO's and cannabis shops.

Ontario government providing funds to support local transit services, as well as upping Gas Tax allocations for seven municipalities.

Over 4,000 people are in the hospital with COVID-19, 577 in the ICU and the Province confirmed another 75 deaths yesterday.

Announcement set for 11:30 this morning

Warming centres open in Niagara Falls as weather office calls for windchill around minus 16 today.

Growing list of delayed buses this morning

Walk ins welcome at Niagara Falls Convention Centre clinic

OLG makes third quarter payment

Starting today, Fort Erie residents can book free taxi trips to the Port Colborne Urgent Care Centre.

Parents asked to ensure kids are not playing in the snow along roadways.

Two former paramedics convicted of failing to provide the necessities of life to a dying teenager have filed an appeal.

UPDATE: Several media outlets are reporting Ford will announce that restaurants can open to 50 percent capacity on January 31. 

Company tweeting out that users in Ontario may be experiencing phone service interruptions.

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We spoke to Kim Jory, a fitness manager and personal trainer at Goodlife's Bunting and Carleton location in St. Catharines.

The Town of Pelham has become the ninth municipality to vote in favour of consolidated transit in Niagara.

Weather office warning highways, roads, parking lots and walkways may get slippery.

The $45 million will used to help streamline and accelerate housing applications, so more homes can get built. 

Niagara Regional Police release latest impaired driving stats.

Niagara's COVID-19 death toll now sits at 458.

Health Minister Christine Elliott says we are starting to see a "Glimmer of Hope" with signs of Omicron stabilization and that the virus is expected to peak this month.

Clinic will be accessible by referral only for symptomatic patients or suspected or confirmed COVID-19 cases.

Health officials confirm 4,132 hospital patients with COVID-19, including 589 in ICUs.

The City of Niagara Falls is reminding you to avoid parking on the street as clean up efforts continue after this week's storm.

This comes as Toronto's top doctor

NSTS making the call

Pathstone Mental Health Services resume today

Council takes no action on report on "refreshment trucks"

But city of St. Catharines warning of another weather system heading our way

Residents are asked to keep green bin and blue/grey box materials until next week.

Storm clean up continues but many side streets and sidewalks still unpassable

Local MPP points to blizzard as a reason to re-open the urgent care centre in Fort Erie.

The federal government is investing in a project that will create 42 new affordable homes in Welland.

City officials say crews have cleared about 95 percent of roads on their first pass.

Premier tells Ottawa media that good news on loosening pandemic restrictions is on the way.

Robin McPherson will represent the St. Patrick's Ward.

About $41,000 in gold, silver, platinum coins and bars, as well as cash taken.

There are 157 people battling COVID-19 in hospital locally.

Two paramedics found guilty in the 2017 shooting death of a Brock University student have been sentenced.

No appointment needed for first, second or booster shots.

Businesses forced to close or reduce capacity can apply for rebate of 50 to 100 percent of their property tax and energy costs.

Officials confirm 4,183 hospital patients with the virus, including 580 in ICUs.

Niagara public health vaccine clinic in Niagara Falls to open at noon

Port Dalhousie residents create makeshift gurney

Price break runs through February 7th

Environment Canada says the snow is expected to taper off later this evening.

The significant snowfall has forced the suspension of transit services in Niagara. 

Companies say getting rid of mandatory testing requirement for people arriving into Canada would free up more PCR tests for schools and healthcare.

Today's weather has forced the closure of Niagara Health's COVID-19 Assessment Centres in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.

In order to prevent carbon monoxide from entering your home, you need to clear off your outdoor vents.

Health Canada has authorized Pfizer's COVID-19 antiviral treatment for adults with mild to moderate COVID-19 infections, so long as they are at risk of serious illness.

Today's vaccination clinic at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre has been cancelled.

Due to today's weather, waste collection in Niagara is being pushed back one day this week.

Niagara now has 5,850 active COVID-19 cases.

The province is reporting 578 ICU patients

Environment Canada extends warning to include Niagara Falls, Welland and Fort Erie

No school today- widespread closures pouring in from across the region

Peak snowfall rates of 5 to 8 cm per hour possible early this morning

Operations Crews will begin winter control operations at midnight

Students set to return to in class learning tomorrow

No parking on city streets starting at 9 pm

Anyone with an appointment tomorrow take note

Ice Cream trucks have not been allowed to operate on city property and streets since 2001

Over 20,000 new infections reported this weekend

We are also encouraged to take the #BettyWhiteChallenge in her honour

-20 C windchill in today's forecast

Buffalo advances to Divisional round

Tennis star boards plane for Dubai

Warming centres open up as frigid temperatures expected for Niagara today

Significant snowfall possible tomorrow night into Monday

Netflix increases price of standard Canadian plan by $1.50 and $2.00 for premium plan, though basic plans will stay at $9.99.

Phillips says he is looking forward to returning to the private sector.

Ownership of the Walker Family YMCA in St. Catharines is about to change.

Visitor restrictions have been in place at Niagara Health since December 28th.

Some of Welland's outdoor skating rinks are ready to welcome residents!

Suspect took off with an undisclosed amount of cannabis.

Excitement is building for Bills fans!

Niagara's top doctor will be answering questions from the public about the state of the pandemic.

New modelling suggests spike in hospitalizations fueled by Omicron variant.

Niagara's COVID-19 death toll hits 454.

Starting Monday, Niagara Catholic kindergarten children will need to mask up.

ICU numbers remain over 500 as the province reports more than 10,000 new COVID-19 infections.

Booking begins at 8:00 this morning

Ontario Chamber of Commerce wants answers for its members

Police say alcohol/drugs and driving on frozen waterways top causes of snowmobile fatalities.

Pilot project extended

Royal LePage has released its latest House Price Survey

Recruitment is underway

DSBN says when kids head back to class next week, kindergarten students will be required to wear masks.

Prince Andrew will no longer be known as "His Royal Highness."

Crime Stoppers of Niagara is asking the public for tips that may help find a St. Catharines woman who disappeared on New Year's Eve.

Niagara's COVID-19 death toll now at 452.

City says numerous residents have reported frozen plumbing, and many more properties could be affected this winter.

First, second and booster doses available.

One year after the first COVID-19 vaccines were administered in Niagara, Public Health says getting jabbed remains best defense against the virus.

Over $13 million is being invested to boost production of COVID-19 test kits in Thorold.

ICU numbers are currently at 500, and 3,630 people are battling COVID-19 in hospitals across the province.

Ford government confirming parents will no longer be notified of each case of COVID in child's school

Niagara's MOH suggests a reward for those who get the shot

OPP bust driver clocked ripping over 100 km/h

Drive-thru event will collect non-perishable food items and gently used clothing.

As part of the #ProjectPlaid Campaign, Pathstone Mental Health is asking you to wear plaid.

Donations of non-perishable food items, grocery gift cards and more accepted.

Visitors can check out the 1.5 kilometre illuminated trail until January 9th.

Families of the two victims make a video appeal for information