Applications now open for businesses to apply for $1K PPE grant
Main street businesses can now apply for a grant of up to $1,000 to help cover the cost of personal protection equipment. Photo: Canva.com.
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Ontario reports 1,417 new COVID-19 cases, 32 more deaths; Niagara reports 16, two new deaths
Ontario reported 1,417 new COVID-19 cases today, an increase from yesterday’s report of 1,249. The Niagara Region reported 16 new cases today, a ten case decrease from yesterday’s report of 26.
Regional Chair says Council is seeking solutions to help Niagara restaurants in crisis over medical officer’s order
Niagara Regional Chair Jim Bradley issued a statement this afternoon on the controversial medical order issued by the Region’s acting medical officer that has restaurant owners and workers fearing for their business and jobs.
Bradley issues cryptic message on investigation triggered by whistleblower
Niagara Region Chair Jim Bradley issued a statement late Tuesday night with regard to “an ongoing whistleblower investigation” that may be related to a controversial bio-solids contract. The statement was issued unusually late Tuesday night, significantly beyond business hours, at …
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Ontario investing over $37M to expand mental health services in the justice system
The Ontario government is investing $37 million to expand mental health services in the justice system by expanding mobile crisis teams, hiring additional staff, and creating tailored programs for First Nations communities.
Staff member at Jordan Arena tests positive for COVID-19
The Town of Lincoln reported yesterday that a part-time staff member at Jordan Arena tested positive for COVID-19.
Three new COVID-19 infections affecting four Niagara Catholic elementary schools in St. Catharines and Thorold
An individual at two St. Catharines elementary schools has tested positive for COVID-19. Another individual has tested positive, affecting elementary schools in St. Catharines and in Thorold.
New COVID-19 cases drop in Ontario with 1,249 reported today, hospitalized cases up by 29; Niagara reports 26
Ontario reported 1,249 new COVID-19 cases today, a decrease from yesterday’s report of 1,487. The Niagara Region reported 26 new COVID-19 cases today, an increase from yesterday’s report of 21.
Pet Adoption of the Week – Nelly, Neko, and Sasha
Pet Adoption of the Week – Nelly, Neko, and Sasha.
Grimsby restaurateur forms Niagara hospitality alliance and calls for resignation of Hirji over new COVID restaurant rules
The owner of Grimsby’s The Forty Public House and a Niagara restaurant alliance he has formed is calling for the repeal of an order targeting Niagara hospitality businesses. Mark Wood is also demanding the resignation of and an apology from …