Local News
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City of Niagara Falls Urging Residents to Report Suspected Illegal Vacation Rental Units
City launches new online tool for residents who wish to report suspected illegal vacation rental units
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Province to Stop Distributing Free COVID Tests at Pharmacies and Grocery Stores
The Ministry of Health says the program will wind down at the end of this month
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17 Tickets Issued During Commercial Vehicle Safety Blitz
Over 150 vehicles inspected
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Nightly Fireworks Show Cancelled for Weekend
The show is being paused due to the impact of wildfires
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Weekend Go Transit Services Impacted by Infrastructure Work
Metrolinx is advising GO Transit customers to give themselves extra time when heading out this weekend
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Police Searching for Missing Pelham Man
Thirty year old Sterling Demers hasn't been seen since June 1st
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Slight Increase in Canada's Unemployment Rate
Statistics Canada says unemployment rose from five percent in April to 5.2 percent last month
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St. Catharines Preparing Pools for Summer Season
Program registration opens up next week
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Niagara Region Plans for Permanent Shelters
The plan is to convert its current seasonal shelters in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls
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Local MPP Addressing Intimate Partner Violence
Province passes a motion relating to Clare's Law
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Former Leafs GM to be Honoured by Brock University
Kyle Dubas to receive honorary doctorate from Brock University
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Niagara Falls Fireworks Cancelled For Second Night
Nightly fireworks show paused tonight because of the effects of wildfires
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Canada Day Celebrations Returning to Firemen's Park
Live music, children's activities and more will be included in the Firemen's Park Canada Day celebration
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New Niagara EMS Chief Appointed
Acting Chief Rick Ferron appointed as permanent EMS Chief
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Gates Wants Emergency Funding to Niagara Health
MPP is worried changes could impact the health of residents
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Outdoor Fire Bans in Parts of Niagara
Municipalities issue total fire bans
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DSBN Cancelling Outdoor Activities for Tomorrow
Students will be kept inside during recess
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Niagara Falls Fireworks Cancelled Tonight
Niagara Parks says the nightly fireworks show is being paused tonight due to the impact of wildfires
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Town of Fort Erie Holds Special Council Meeting Over Urgent Care Changes
The Town is urging Niagara Health to reverse decision to cut overnight hours at the urgent care centre
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Niagara Falls to Mark "Trailer Park Boys Day"
"Ricky" and "Julian" from "Trailer Park Boys" excited for Comic Con this weekend
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Air Quality in Niagara Listed as "High Risk"
According to the province's Air Quality Health Index, Niagara's air quality is at a level 7, which is considered high risk
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MPP Burch Pushing for WSIB Changes for Firefighters
The Niagara Centre MPP has legislation to improved cancer coverage for firefighters
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Speed Cameras Coming to Community Safety Zones in Niagara
The Automated Speed Enforcement Program will launch in September
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Ontarians Asked Not to Have Campfires
Premier Doug Ford is asking residents not to light up campfires, as 52 wildfires continue to burn
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Fort Erie Man Facing Assault, Drug Charges
Suspect arrested at gun point
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NPCA Closes Wainfleet Bog Conservation Area Due to Fire Risk
The NPCA says the area is unsafe due to dry weather conditions and the risk of fire
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Bank of Canada Increases Key Interest Rate
Rate now sits at 4.75 percent
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City of Niagara Falls Marking Seniors Month
Niagara Falls is celebrating Seniors Month with live entertainment, free zumba and more
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$1 Million Maxmillions Ticket Sold in Welland
Several winning tickets for last night's Lotto Max draw were sold in Ontario
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St. Catharines City Staff to Study MDC
City council voted for further look into Municipal Development Corporation, to help with land development
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UPDATE: Flammable Liquid Spill Forces Major Closure on the QEW
Service roads also affected
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Six People Facing Impaired Driving Charges
Niagara Regional Police releases latest list of impaired driving offenders
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Thorold Community Market to Open Tomorrow
The market will take place every Wednesday until August 30th
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Police Addressing Misinformation About Person in Niagara River
Police say Go Fund Me campaigns have been created without the family's consent after a person went missing in the Niagara River
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Ford Calling for Correctional Services Commissioner to be Fired
Premier wants action following transfer of killer Paul Bernardo
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Province to Increase Chaplain Services in Jails
Local MPP says this will help reintegrate offenders into society
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Special Air Quality Statement Continues for Niagara
Environment Canada says the region may experience deteriorated air quality this week, due to smoke from forest fires
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Niagara Regional Police Investigating Bomb Threat at Welland Hospital
Threatening message found on a bathroom mirror yesterday
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Housing Units Possible for Queen Elizabeth Centre
St. Catharines city council votes to further explore the idea
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UPDATE: Bernardo Transfer Under Review
After widespread criticism, Corrections Canada says it's decision to move killer Paul Bernardo from a maximum to a medium security security prison is under review
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Grimsby Man Charged After Brawl on "Beach Day"
A 16 year old was hospitalized after a fight at Sunset Beach
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Niagara Regional Police Marking Crossing Guard Appreciation Week
The police service is reminding drivers and cyclists to be mindful of crossing guards
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MPP Burch Asking Province to Help Restore Overnight Urgent Care Service in Port Colborne
MPP Burch fighting back in response to service changes at urgent care centres in Port Colborne and Fort Erie
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American Driver Caught with Cannabis, $600K at Rainbow Bridge Border Crossing
Driver arrested for trying to enter Canada with 181 kg of cannabis and over $600,000 USD.
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Welland Man Facing Weapon, Assault Charges
Man pulls out a knife after verbal argument gets heated
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Police Increasing Focus on Stunt Drivers
Sometimes OPP tweet drivers clocked at over 200kms, but not so much in Niagara
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Councillor Wants More Indigenous Acknowledgement
Niagara Falls mayor adds people don't pay attention, and that needs to change
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City of St. Catharines Opens Nominations for 2023 Trillium Awards
City of St. Catharines looking to reward businesses and residents with gardens that stand out
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Air Quality Statement in Effect
Environment Canada is forecasting air pollution today and tomorrow due to forest fires
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Killer Paul Bernardo Moved to Medium Security Prison
Paul Bernardo is getting transferred from a maximum security prison to a medium security facility
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Province Accuses Marineland of Not Providing Adequate Water Source to Bear Cubs
Marineland is facing charges for not complying with orders relating to the care of three young black bears
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MP Baldinelli Asking Feds to Implement Blue Seal Program
The program calls for a national testing standard for doctors and nurses trained in other countries
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Nominations Open for St. Catharines Arts Awards
Nominations close on August 1st
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Tim Hortons Brings Back Walnut Crunch, Cherry Stick for National Donut Day
The walnut crunch and cherry stick donuts are available at Tim Hortons, as the chain marks National Donut Day
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Canada to Become First Country to Put Warning Labels on Individual Cigarettes
Health Canada says warning labels will be printed directly on cigarettes in hopes of encouraging smokers to quit
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Two Suspects Wanted by NRP Arrested in Kitchener
Five suspects arrested after a robbery at a business in Kitchener
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Thorold Hosting Community Wide Food Drive
Donations will go benefit Community Care
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Province Lowering Minimum Age to be a Lifeguard
Fifteen-year-olds in Ontario can now work as a lifeguard or swimming instructor
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Over $40,000 Worth of Collector's Items Taken From Lincoln Home
Stolen goods include sports collector cards, collector coins and alcohol
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Charges Laid After Attempted Drug Sale
Police lay weapon charges after suspect tries to sell drugs
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Tempers Flair Between Councillor and IC
Thorold councillor challenges Integrity Commissioner over disinformation accusations
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Free Community Concert Series Coming to Port Colborne
Free concerts will take place June 10th - September 22nd
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Police Investigating Armed Robbery in Thorold
Victim assaulted after armed suspects stole his wallet
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Cuts to Urgent Care Overnight Hours Sparks More Anger
MPs and MPPs are asking the provincial and federal governments to step in
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Police Seeking Break and Enter Suspect
Over $20,000 worth of goods taken from six homes in Lincoln
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Environment Canada Issues Special Air Quality Statement for Niagara
A special air quality statement is in effect due to the possibility of deteriorating air quality
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Nominations Open for 2023 Trillium Awards
The awards honour excellence in landscape design, maintenance and beautification in Niagara Falls
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Police Investigating After Pride Flag, Canadian Flag Damaged in Beamsville
Five suspects remain on the loose
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Pedestrian Hospitalized After Crash in Niagara Falls
Morrison Street is closed between Stanley Avenue and Portage Road, as police investigate a collision involving a pedestrian
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Niagara Falls Woman Charged With Arson
Police say a house on Bridge Street set on fire over the weekend
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Select Ontario Workplaces Now Required to Carry Naloxone Kits
Starting today, high-risk workplaces in Ontario will now be required to have at least one naloxone kit on site.
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Area Politicians Concerned About Urgent Care Cutbacks
Niagara Health reducing hours in Fort Erie and Port Colborne
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Nelles Beach in Grimsby Deemed Unsafe for Swimming
Safety issues found at Nelles Beach
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Two Fort Erie Men Arrested in Connection to Child Pornography Investigation
One suspect charges with possessing and accessing child pornography, second suspect accused of being an accessory after the fact
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Niagara Health Cutting Hours at Fort Erie and Port Colborne Urgent Care Centres
Hospital system says staffing shortages are making it harder to keep Emergency Departments open
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Province Charges Marineland Over Care of Black Bears
The park is accused of disobeying an order related to the treatment of black bears
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Liquor Complaint Leads to Drug Charges Against Teenager
Police seize 26 grams of suspected fentanyl
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Seventeen People Busted for Impaired Driving in Niagara
Niagara Regional Police releases latest list of impaired driving offenders
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Ontario Gas Prices to Drop at Midnight
The price of gas is expected to drop five cents a litre at midnight
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Statistics Canada Says Economy Grew by Over Three Percent in First Quarter
The Canadian economy grew by 3.1 percent during the first quarter of the year
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Grimsby Man Charged After Oakville Break and Enter
Over $8,000 worth of goods taken from home
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Police Searching for Person in Niagara River
Niagara police say they were called yesterday afternoon
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Ontario Liberal MPP Pitches Healthcare Plan in St. Catharines
Don Valley East MPP makes healthcare announcement in St. Catharines
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Traffic Stop in St. Catharines Leads to Drug, Weapon Charges
Weapons and drugs seized during traffic stop
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St. Catharines Passes Property Tax Increase
St. Catharines residents will soon see a 10.51% jump in tax bills
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Niagara College Media Students Win at National Competition
Students take home silver and bronze for Game Art, Graphic Design
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Portage Road Listed As Niagara's Worst Road
CAA releases the results of its annual Worst Roads Campaign
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City of Thorold Opening New Community Market
Grand opening will be on June 7th
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Niagara Murder Rate Dips Last Month
Police say there weren't any, but there was an attempt
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Teens Arrested After Welland Collision
A 35-year old man also arrested, all charged with weapons offences
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OPP Officer, School Bus Driver Killed in Collision
Detective Constable Steven Tourangeau has become the sixth OPP officer killed on duty over the last year
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Niagara Falls Man Wins $63,000
David Giesbrecht is taking home $63,048.40, thanks to Lotto 6/49
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St. Catharines Man Charged in Connection to Stabbing
Victim stabbed in the hand
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Trailer Park Boys in NF to Raise Mental Health Awareness
On June 9th, Niagara Falls Comic Con team up with Trailer Park Boys, to help focus on PTSD
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Niagara Regional Police Officer Charged with Assault
Off-duty police officer facing charges after altercation
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Canadian Charities Urging Premiers to Enact Measures to Reduce Smoking
As World No Tobacco Day approaches, three charities are calling on Canada's premiers to fight back against smoking
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Welland Firefighter to be Laid to Rest Tomorrow
King Street to be temporarily closed between Seventh Street and Third Street
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St. Catharines Man Arrested After Crash in Marathon, Ontario
St. Catharines man facing several charges after two vehicle collision in Marathon
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Niagara Police Create Anti-fraud Checklist
Police say fraud is one of the fastest growing crimes, and encourage you to talk to family, friends, especially those most vulnerable
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SIU Investigating Man's Death in Stoney Creek
The man died after shots fired between himself and police at a home Saturday night
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Motorcyclist Fined for Laying Rubber in Intersection
Niagara police officer praised by passing motorists for ticketing motorcycle rider
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Progress Made on New Hospital
Niagara West MPP says it'll have double the current hospital's operating room capacity.
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Update: Police Arrest Attempted Murder Suspects
Pair arrested with the assistance of Brantford police
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NOTL Gives Back Returning This Holiday Season
Drive-thru event will collect non-perishable food items and gently used clothing.
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It's Plaid Friday in Niagara
As part of the #ProjectPlaid Campaign, Pathstone Mental Health is asking you to wear plaid.
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Niagara Falls Soup Kitchen Holding Fill the Bus Fundraiser
Donations of non-perishable food items, grocery gift cards and more accepted.
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Balls Falls Holiday Trail Opening Today
Visitors can check out the 1.5 kilometre illuminated trail until January 9th.
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NRP Offering $50,000 Reward in Fort Erie Murder Investigtion
Families of the two victims make a video appeal for information