Grimsby man on early May Niagara DUI offence list
Ten people, include a man from Grimsby, have been named on the latest Niagara police list of drinking and driving offences for the period of May 3-9.
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Man charged with mischief after unsolicited sex workers sent to Pelham residence
A 29-year-old man has been arrested and charged with mischief after he allegedly sent unsolicited sex workers to a Pelham home.
Income thresholds lowered in Ontario so more seniors can access free dental care
The Ontario government is updating the income eligibility thresholds for the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program and the Seniors Co-Payment Program to allow more of Ontario’s most vulnerable seniors to have access to dental care and affordable prescription medications.
Niagara Police warn of training in Thorold
The Niagara Regional Police Service is warning the public about police training in Thorold that will involve simulated gunshots and the sound of explosions.
Last-minute boost of vaccine supply in Niagara results in new booking spots at local clinics
Extra slots had been added to vaccine clinics, said Niagara Region Public Health Saturday, thanks to a “last-minute boost of vaccines coming to Niagara.”
Multiple charges after man rams cruisers in St. Catharines.
In what appears to be a dramatic arrest, a St. Catharines man faces numerous charges after twice attempting to evade police by ramming two police cruisers.
New proposed agency would streamline the province’s skilled trades system
The Ontario government is introducing new measures to help tradespeople get their certification from one reliable, streamlined destination.
Appointments available at Niagara vaccination clinics as eligibility expands
As eligibility for a COVID-19 vaccine opened up to those age 50+ this morning, the Niagara Region issued a bulletin with vaccine clinics that have available booking slots.
Niagara Children’s Water Festival to run next week
Niagara Region will host the 18th annual Niagara Children’s Water Festival, its second virtual festival starting next week. The event run in partnership with the City of St. Catharines, Ontario Power Generation, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, and Brock University runs May 10-14, 2021. The Niagara Children’s Water Festival is designed for Grade 3 and 4 students … Read more
Region opens vaccine appointments in Wainfleet through the provincial booking portal
Appointments are now available for the Niagara Region Public Health COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Wainfleet on May 9 at the Firefighters’ Community Hall.