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Here's what's going on in Niagara over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Tomorrow: The City of Welland is celebrating Earth Day with the Niagara Geopark! This gateway to exploring the fascinating story o...
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What's Good in Niagara? Nutritionist's tips to enjoy Easter chocolate responsibly
With Easter long-weekend done, that now means means sweet treats will be readily available for many. Registered Nutritionist Lianne Phillpson tells us that it's okay to have a sweet tooth too, but she...
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IceDogs Host Rookie Camp
The IceDogs hosted a one day Easter Saturday rookie orientation camp featuring over 25 draft selections from the past two years. Divided into two teams, each squad enjoyed a one hour skills & dri...
Apr 19, 2025
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Welland resident wins $350,000 playing Instant Crossword
A Welland man is celebrating a big lottery win after claiming the $350,000 top prize with INSTANT CROSSWORD EXTREME. Richard Borgatti, who works in healthcare, has been a regular OLG player for the p...
Apr 17, 2025

Police searching for armed robbery suspect in St. Catharines
Police in St. Catharines are investigating an armed robbery. Wednesday just after 5:00pm, police responded to an Avondale on Glenridge Avenue after a man entered the store and pointed a handgun at the...
Apr 17, 2025

Village of Hope Easter Egg Hunt moved to Grimsby's Centennial Park
The Village of Hope Niagara's annual Easter Egg Hunt is back and bigger than ever. To make room for the growing crowd, this year's event has moved to Grimsby's Centennial Park. It takes place on Frida...
Apr 17, 2025