NRP says 4 were fatal
A staggering number of drug overdoses in the Niagara region revealed by police.
The force says within a 72-hour period this past weekend, it responded 4 suspected fatal overdoses, and 20 suspected non-fatal overdoses.
The NRP adds street drugs could contain other drugs that appear legitimate, but the user may not know that before it's too late.
Police add they are committed to fighting the trafficking of dangerous substances like opioids in the community.
Welland adopts 2026 Budget with 4.01% increase
The city of Welland officially adopted their 2026 budget with a 4.01% tax levy increase. This equates to an approx. $78 increase for the average homeowner.
Port Colborne Man Charged with Child Luring
Police have released the Snapchat names they say he used earlier this year
Social Assistance Recipients Receiving Help
The City of Niagara Falls working on pilot program
Man Faces Multiple Impaired Driving Charges
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Police Looking for Stolen Wine
They say a suspect broke in using an ATV
Airport Working to End Sexual Exploitation
RCMP and Crimestoppers are also partners
Ontario Student Learning Under Review
Student standard testing results improving
Senior Seriously Hurt in Parking Lot
Police say it happened in a St. Catharines parking lot, the senior hit by a vehicle