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Province announces Jim Bradley's replacement as Niagara Region chair
Province announces Jim Bradley's replacement as Niagara Region chair
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing has named Niagara Falls regional Coun. Bob Gale the region's top politician.
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December 18, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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Niagara Health job cuts a ‘sneak attack,’ union charges
SEIU Healthcare members and their supporters visited all five Niagara Health sites Thursday to raise awareness of the hospital system’s intentions to eliminate 98 positions to help reduce its budget d...
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December 18, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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Stolen valour: Niagara man who fabricated military service ‘wanted respect without any of the sacrifice’
The deceit of Canada Border Services Agency employee Grant Grice was discovered when a co-worker, a real veteran, grew suspicious of the man’s stories.
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December 17, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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Provincial regulator looking into Thorold cemetery issues
Bereavement Authority of Ontario has identified “compliance requirements” for Lakeview Cemetery after making an inspection in wake of grievances lodged by Thorold’s Muslim community.
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December 17, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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Trump writes partisan plaques for predecessors in his newly installed Presidential Walk of Fame
WASHINGTON (AP) — Months after President Donald Trump refashioned a West Wing walkway into what he calls the Presidential Walk of Fame, he has added partisan and subjective plaques to
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December 17, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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Community Christmas dinner requests surge by 50% in Welland
The number of people looking forward to a free Christmas dinner in Welland has swelled by 50 per cent.
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December 17, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Return of 2-way traffic in downtown Welland? It could be down the road
A review that could reshape the future of downtown Welland by bringing two-way traffic back to East Main Street after more than four decades has won support of city councillors.
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December 17, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Inspired by giant California cutouts, artist planning tall displays in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Called “Thanks for the Meal,” artist Ron Clavier’s piece will feature three Indigenous women picking fruit and vegetables from the earth.
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December 17, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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Beamsville house fire causes $400K in damage
All five occupants of the two-storey home were evacuated when firefighters arrived.
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December 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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McNally House like going to your grandparents’ house
Being admitted to the hospice gave Jayne North’s family quality time to spend with her — without the need to be caregivers.
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December 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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We have much to lose in creating a ‘Las Vegas of the North’
Premier Doug Ford's development plans for Niagara Falls risk overshadowing its natural beauty with a focus on casinos and nightlife.
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December 17, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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City and Hamilton Conservation Authority formally oppose provincial consolidation plans
The provincial proposal would see 36 conservation authorities consolidated into seven regional bodies.
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December 17, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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‘We’re watching some future NHL superstars’: Fans turn out for Team Canada junior training camp in Niagara Falls
Gale Centre in Niagara Falls continues to host players’ preparations for this month’s tournament in Minnesota.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:53 PM
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In Niagara, we should know not to normalize negativity
In Niagara, we should know not to normalize negativity
Choose kindness and find a path forward in these difficult times, writes Melinda Cheevers.
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December 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Niagara Falls Today: Fans turn out for Team Canada + Niagara advocates call for Jimmy Lai's release
Niagara Falls Today: Fans turn out for Team Canada + Niagara advocates call for Jimmy Lai's release
Here is what's happening in Niagara Falls this morning with your top news, weather and traffic.
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December 17, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Niagara Falls needs more than Doug Ford’s tired shtick right now
More casinos? More hotels? A monorail … seriously? It’s just the same old promises for Niagara Falls tourism from Ontario’s premier.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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Fallout continues in wake of Thorold cemetery issue
Fallout continues in wake of Thorold cemetery issue
The local imam and Niagara's anti-racism group respond to comments made by a city councillor.
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December 17, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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Snowed In comedy tour teeing up dodgeball provincials in Niagara
Snowed In comedy tour teeing up dodgeball provincials in Niagara
Four comics perform at FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre March 23.
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December 17, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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What’s happening to medical equipment from the old West Lincoln Memorial Hospital?
Furniture and equipment from the former West Lincoln Memorial Hospital in Grimsby has been moved to the new hospital, other Hamilton Health Sciences sites, or put in storage.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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Bondi Beach attack leaves Niagara's Jewish community 'very shaken' amid surge in antisemitism
Bondi Beach attack leaves Niagara's Jewish community 'very shaken' amid surge in antisemitism
Uniformed and plain-clothed officers with Niagara Regional Police were at Hanukkah lighting ceremonies in Niagara.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Niagara Falls needs more than Doug Ford's tired shtick right now
Niagara Falls needs more than Doug Ford's tired shtick right now
More casinos? More hotels? A monorail … seriously? It's just the same old promises for Niagara Falls tourism from Ontario's premier.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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Spirit of Christmas alive at The Forty Public House in Grimsby
The restaurant owner is expecting to provide 300 free turkey dinners and toys on Christmas Eve.
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December 16, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Elves rally to fill stockings for older Niagarans spending holidays alone
Elves rally to fill stockings for older Niagarans spending holidays alone
The four-week Stockings of Love campaign runs until Saturday.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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University of Niagara Falls seeks art for convocation ceremonies
University of Niagara Falls seeks art for convocation ceremonies
“We’re looking for a piece that honours the significance of the moment, while representing the forward-thinking spirit of the university.”
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December 16, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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‘She failed miserably’: Executive director who stole from Meals on Wheels Port Colborne nearly left it in ruin
Meals on Wheels Port Colborne was pushed to the brink of collapse after it was discovered the agency’s executive director had swiped more than $85,000 from its coffers, court heard Monday.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:22 PM