Nine new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Niagara Region
A mini surge in COVID-19 infections in the Niagara Region is logged as 9 cases are reported in a single day Tuesday.
Beamsville / Lincoln
Lincoln moves town hall proceedings online
The Town of Lincoln have moved city meetings to virtually hosted meetings and adapted how residents can interact with town council.
Live-work housing development completed in Beamsville
Centerville, a live-work townhome development, has been completed in Beamsville. It’s part of the Lincoln Square project initiated in 2012.
Return to school in September will be voluntary
With Niagara Region entering Stage 3 of the reopening, parents are looking ahead to September. The province has said that the return to school in the fall of 2020-21 will be voluntary and based on parent choice. “For parents who …
Niagara Region can enter Stage 3 on Friday, announces Premier Ford
The Niagara Region – including the communities of Grimsby, Lincoln and West Lincoln – will enter Stage 3 of the Ontario governments reopening plan, said Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Monday. Ford made the official announcement at Queen’s Park at …
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Cherry barbecue sauce recipe for Bench cherry pickers
Cherry picking is a popular attraction for area residents. But if you live in The Bench you might have too many cherries in your fridge right now. Try this easy-to-make cherry barbecue sauce recipe.
Big Spend initiative launched to help small local businesses
A project called The Big Spend wants you to help revive the local and greater Canadian economy with the power of your pocketbook.
What’s on in The Bench: July 17-19
What’s on for the weekend of July 17-19 2020. Things to do in Beamsville, Grimsby, Smithville and Area.
Niagara Health reporting no COVID-19 patients
Niagara Health is reporting that there are no patients in its Niagara Region hospitals being treated for COVID-19. That’s a first since March 12, when the regional health system admitted its first COVID-19 patient into its system. In a Twitter …
Best summer patios in Beamsville, Grimsby, Smithville and area
Looking for fantastic food, wine, local brews on a picturesque and/or lively, but social distanced, patio? We have the top picks for The Bench communities of Beamsville, Vineland, Jordan Station and Grimsby.