New COVID-19 infection at Port Colborne catholic school
A Port Colborne catholic school is the latest school to report a COVID-19 infection.
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‘Stellar’ grape crop in Niagara this year will produce highly prized wine
While 2020 may have caused misery on many fronts this year, wine lovers will be pleased to know the grape crop in Niagara is about to produce one of the best years for wine in recent history. “It’s a stellar crop, meaning the quality is through the roof,” said Debbie Zimmerman, President of the Ontario … Read more
Ontario providing $1B to support infrastructure projects across the province
The Ontario government is spending $1.05 billion to support projects in long-term care, education, and municipalities which Premier Doug Ford called a critical component to long-term economic recovery.
Fall curbside branch collection starts Monday
Fall branch collection for Niagara Region starts on Monday, Nov. 2 and continues through to Nov. 27.
Canada surpasses 10K COVID-19 deaths as Ontario reports 834 new cases; One new death in Niagara
As Canada reports its 10,001st COVID-19 death today, Ontario is reporting 834 new COVID-19 cases today. Niagara Region reports 12 new cases today, and the first new death since Oct. 19.
Grimsby Santa Claus parade cancelled for 2020
Grimsby has officially cancelled its annual Santa Claus Parade due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, a replacement event is planned.
Halloween 2020 less spooky with safety protocols and trick-or-treating alternatives
With Niagara currently in Stage 3, trick-or-treating is permitted this Saturday evening, but with restrictions. So if COVID-19 has spooked your family from its traditional door-knocking costumed adventures, here are some guidelines and alternative activities.
Ontario reports 827 new cases, with 300 in hospital, a first since June
Ontario reports 827 new COVID-19 cases today, a slight decrease from yesterday’s report of 851 cases. Hospitalized cases were reported above 300 for the first time since June. Niagara Region reports seven, a slight increase from yesterday’s report of four.
Virtual trick or treating offers safer Halloween fun
It’s not just ghosts and ghouls that make Halloween so terrifying in 2020. The second wave of COVID-19 is making trick or treating scary too. Luckily, one local business is offering virtual candy to kids this year.