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Land tribunal sides with town on refusal of Crystal Beach housing plan

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Land tribunal sides with town on refusal of Crystal Beach housing plan

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Ontario Land Tribunal dismisses appeal of denial of zoning bylaw amendment for waterfront cottage property.

Niagara-on-the-Lake residents launch petition opposed to library CEO firing

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Niagara-on-the-Lake residents launch petition opposed to library CEO firing

9 hrs ago
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Amid growing need, Autism Dog Services continues to help families

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Amid growing need, Autism Dog Services continues to help families

4 hrs ago
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Things to do in Niagara this weekend

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Things to do in Niagara this weekend

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Fort Erie homes proposed for heritage designation

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Fort Erie homes proposed for heritage designation

15 hrs ago
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Lincoln BlossomFest ready to bloom on Saturday

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Lincoln BlossomFest ready to bloom on Saturday

May 1, 2024
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4 Niagara restaurants make OpenTable’s top 100 brunch restaurants list, released ahead of Mother’s Day

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4 Niagara restaurants make OpenTable’s top 100 brunch restaurants list, released ahead of Mother’s Day

May 1, 2024
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‘We certainly understand and share the community’s concern,’ Niagara police say a week after woman found dead at home in Smithville

Crime

‘We certainly understand and share the community’s concern,’ Niagara police say a week after woman found dead at home in Smithville

59 mins ago
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Manitoba driver among 6 charged with impaired operation by Niagara police in a week

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Manitoba driver among 6 charged with impaired operation by Niagara police in a week

3 hrs ago
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Man arrested in St. Catharines with loaded handgun with hollow-point bullets, drugs: NRP

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Man arrested in St. Catharines with loaded handgun with hollow-point bullets, drugs: NRP

6 hrs ago
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Police seize $15,000 worth of drugs and other items during arrest in St. Catharines: NRP

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Police seize $15,000 worth of drugs and other items during arrest in St. Catharines: NRP

May 1, 2024
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Things to do in Niagara this weekend (May 3-5)

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Things to do in Niagara this weekend (May 3-5)

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‘Sea of Thieves’ for PlayStation 5, ‘Endless Ocean: Luminous’ and ‘MotoGP 24’ among new video game releases this week (April 29-May 5)

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‘Sea of Thieves’ for PlayStation 5, ‘Endless Ocean: Luminous’ and ‘MotoGP 24’ among new video game releases this week (April 29-May 5)

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What's popular on Netflix this week? 'Rebel Moon Part II: The Scargiver' and 'Baby Reindeer' headline this week's lists

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What’s popular on Netflix this week? ‘Rebel Moon Part II: The Scargiver’ and ‘Baby Reindeer’ headline this week’s lists

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Toronto Star bestsellers for May 1, 2024

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Toronto Star bestsellers for May 1, 2024

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Opinion

Monday's highway carnage is yet more proof that police chases are never worth the risk

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Monday’s highway carnage is yet more proof that police chases are never worth the risk

6 hrs ago

The dangers were obvious, at least to some officers. “Someone’s going to get hurt,” an unidentified OPP officer commented over the radio.

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ASK THE MONEY LADY: Should I skip the pre-nup to save on legal fees?

10 hrs ago

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Reading got a little more wonderful with a new collection at Niagara Falls Public Library

May 1, 2024

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After a tragedy on the 401, the question is: Why the chase?

May 1, 2024

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Specialized dementia beds are smart investments in public safety

Apr 30, 2024

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Life

My friend's husband had an affair. Things got extremely messy — her daughter calls the other woman 'the witch.' The other woman just texted me and asked me to help her! Should I? Ask Lisi

Relationships

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My friend’s husband had an affair. Things got extremely messy — her daughter calls the other woman ‘the witch.’ The other woman just texted me and asked me to help her! Should I? Ask Lisi

9 hrs ago

And Lisi advises a letter writer concerned about a social faux pas to apologize and then move on.

Amid growing need, Autism Dog Services continues to help families

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Amid growing need, Autism Dog Services continues to help families

4 hrs ago

ASK THE MONEY LADY: Should I skip the pre-nup to save on legal fees?

Personal Finance

Opinion

ASK THE MONEY LADY: Should I skip the pre-nup to save on legal fees?

10 hrs ago

My daughter is getting married. My ex isn't ponying up a dime and refuses to walk our child down the aisle. But now his sister is insisting that his name should be on the invite. No, right? Ask Lisi

Relationships

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My daughter is getting married. My ex isn’t ponying up a dime and refuses to walk our child down the aisle. But now his sister is insisting that his name should be on the invite. No, right? Ask Lisi

May 1, 2024

OUR NIAGARA: Snapping turtles enjoy the spring air

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OUR NIAGARA: Snapping turtles enjoy the spring air

May 1, 2024

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A new doc explores the rise, fall and rebirth of troubled fashion genius John Galliano

Mar 14, 2024

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The shock of higher mortgage payments could be just around the corner

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The shock of higher mortgage payments could be just around the corner

Feb 7, 2024

Housing and real estate made headlines in 2023. Here's what to watch for in 2024

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ICYMI: Real estate showstoppers selling for millions in Ontario in 2023

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Washer fluid level sensor in my truck has failed again. What's going on?

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Washer fluid level sensor in my truck has failed again. What’s going on?

Apr 6, 2024

Fun to drive, dull interior, zany steering. What is up with this Toyota?

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Fun to drive, dull interior, zany steering. What is up with this Toyota?

Apr 6, 2024

Is there such a thing as too much luxury in a truck?

Autos

Is there such a thing as too much luxury in a truck?

Mar 30, 2024

When it comes to moving people and their stuff, minivans rule. But does this one drive well?

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When it comes to moving people and their stuff, minivans rule. But does this one drive well?

Mar 30, 2024