Photo Opp: The Premier comes to Niagara West
The following are photos provided by MPP Sam Oosterhof for Niagara West of this week’s visit by Ontario Premier Doug Ford to the Niagara West riding.
Business
As COVID-19 took out businesses, Nolaa Granolaa opened
Opening a new store is never easy, especially during a worldwide pandemic, but COVID-19 didn’t stop Melissa Woodworth from opening Nolaa Granolaa in Grimsby. At a time when as many as four businesses have shuttered on Grimsby’s main drag, Woodworth opened her ketogenic food store simply because an opportunity presented itself. She shares an industrial … Read more
Commercial rent assistance extended for August
The Canadian Government has extended its program to assist small businesses with rent for the month of August.
Lincoln’s AgriTech hackathon is going virtual
The AgriTech Hackathon, which encourages the development of high-tech solutions to farm and eco-tourism problems, is going virtual this year.
Your Itinerary for ‘The Big Spend’
This article was originally published on LinkedIn.com Republished with permission from the author. by Bonni Titgemeyer Here in Canada, there is a national campaign asking residents to boost local economies by making purchases at small businesses. It is called “The Big Spend” and it takes place on Saturday, July 25, 2020. If you have the means … Read more
Grimsby builds downtown pedestrian walkway, sidewalk patios expand
A patio expansion plan is underway as the town of Grimsby implements barriers on its downtown strip to enable sidewalk dining.
Grimsby furniture consignment store Found has closed
Found, a 5-year-old Main Street business that sells consignment furniture, has closed. The co-owners cite COVID-19 among other business challenges that force the business to shutter.
Happy Baby Store Closing in Grimsby
The Happy Baby store on Grimsby’s main drag is closing after five years of doing business.
Sassafras Coastal Kitchen brings southern cuisine to Beamsville
Beamsville can expect some southern flare in its food scene with the opening of Sassafras Coastal Kitchen & Bar.