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Here's what's going on in Niagara over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Tomorrow: It is World Autism Day, and municipalities in Niagara are taking note! There are flag raising ceremonies planned in St. ...
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IceDogs Mount Amazing Comeback
Down 5-1 in the third Monday night in Barrie, the IceDogs scored four unanswered before falling late 7-5 in Game Two of the Eastern Conference opening round series. Ted Lehman has the amazing details....
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What's Good in Niagara? U.S. neighbours holding 'Elbows Up' rally in support of Canada
The term 'Elbows Up' is one that's spread like wildfire across Canada in recent weeks, as it's used to show perseverance in the face of tariff talks and 51st state rhetoric from U.S. President Donald ...
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Canadian health researchers converge on Niagara
Canadian health research leaders met in Niagara recently to explore ways to improve the tracking of research in community hospitals, with the goal of accelerating advancements in patient care. Organiz...
Mar 31, 2025

Niagara Falls reminds residents of upcoming Community Curbside Giveaway
The City of Niagara Falls is making final preparations ahead of the annual Community Curbside Giveaway. On April 12th, rain or shine, residents are encouraged to place used items in good condition on ...
Mar 31, 2025

'Elbows Up for Canada' rally to be held in Buffalo this week
A rally in support of Canada will be held in Buffalo this week. 'Elbows Up for Canada' will see a group of American citizens gather at the Shoreline Trail Bridge in Buffalo in response to recent autom...
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APR 12
APR 12

YMCA of Niagara Move For Kids 2025
YMCA Niagara Centre, Niagara West, Port Colborne and Merritton Community Centre
Get ready to Move for Kids with the YMCA of Niagara! April 12th 8 AM to 2 PM, be a part of the movement supporting children and families in our community through YMCA programs. Cycling, swimming, jumping, and bowling—300 hours of movement to make a difference at Port Colborne, Niagara West, and Niagara Centre YMCA's plus Bowling at Merritton Community Centre.Donate, share, or move, April 12th at YMCA Move For Kids--because together, we can do so much more for kids in Niagara.
For More Info: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/moveforkids25/
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APR 18
Easter Egg Hunt
Village of Hope Niagara is partnering with the Lynn Fee Team on April 18th to host our annual Easter Egg Hunt. The event will run from 1pm - 3pm
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APR 26
12th Annual Making More Miracles in Memory of Miranda Bauer
JMs Banquet Hall and Event Center (John Michael's Banquet Hall) 1368 Uppers Lane Thorold ON
$40 per ticket and includes dinner and trivia game. ALL funds go to childhood cancer research at Hospital for Sick Children in memory of Miranda. To date, we have raised $200,000.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 905-357-9194, texting 905-246-2914 or emailing us at jbauer3@bell.net.
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APR 04

PD Day Activity: Build a Robin Nesting Box at Heartland Forest
Heartland Forest Nature Experience, 8215 Heartland Forest road, Niagara Falls, ON, L2H 0L5
Robin Nesting Boxes April 4 from 10:00am to 11:30am Help provide safe homes for robins in your backyard! Robins are facing challenges to find nesting spots due to habitat loss. By crafting these boxes, you’re supporting local wildlife and contributing to a healthier ecosystem. $11.50 per box, one child per box. Please purchase tickets per child, adults accompanying children are free to attend. At the end of the workshop, you can take your robin nesting box home.
Full DetailsAPR 12
APR 12

Down Syndrome Niagara's Annual Trivia Night
Merritton Community Centre - 7 Park Ave St. Catharines, On
Down Syndrome Niagara is hosting its annual Trivia Night Fundraiser on Saturday April 12, 2024 at Merritton Community Centre 7 Park Ave. St. Catharines. Doors open at 6:00pm. Trivia starts at 7:00pm. It is always a fun night of Trivia, as well as a silent auction, raffle prizes, door prizes, cash bar, snacks and pizza intermission provided. Trivia night is one of ONLY two fundraisers held by Down Syndrome Niagara, so come out and show your support. Tickets are $25.00 each or a table of 8 for $160.00. Email downsyndromeniagara@gmail.com for tickets or to donate prizes or sponsor a table.
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APR 20
Easter Bottle Drive in support of Niagara SPCA and Humane Society
Welland Wine Rack, 609 South Pelham Road, Welland
Welland Wine Rack is hosting an Easter Bottle Drive to support the Welland chapter of the Niagara SPCA and Humane Society. From 9-5 on Easter, anyone can stop by and drop off their empties, which will be converted to cash and donated to the SPCA that Monday. ***The store will not be profiting off the bottle drive.***
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