Author: Andrew Hawlitzky

Andrew is a Niagara community journalist who has covered everything from local politics to annual festivals and breaking news. He works to make local news a platform where community voices lead the conversation. "If you don't like the news, go out and make some!"

New bandshell at Sugarbowl Park soon open for community events

October 5, 2025 at 6:48 AM

A long-promised bandshell is finally becoming a reality at Fort Erie’s Sugarbowl Park. Approved in 2023, the $275,000 project brings a permanent stage to one...

New owners restore historic King Edward Tavern at Big Texas location

October 4, 2025 at 6:21 AM

A historic Fort Erie landmark is changing hands, with new owners restoring the former Big Texas restaurant to its original name, the King Edward Tavern....

SPCA to hold 12th annual Dog Walk-A-Thon this Sunday

October 3, 2025 at 3:25 AM

Dogs, students and families will gather at Waverly Beach this weekend to support the Fort Erie SPCA’s ongoing mission. The event begins with registration at...

Fort Erie gathers in orange for Truth and Reconciliation Day

October 2, 2025 at 3:33 AM

A sea of orange filled the Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre on Tuesday as residents honoured Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The annual...

Breast cancer awareness talk coming to the library on Thursday

October 1, 2025 at 7:34 PM

Fort Erie teens will hear directly from a national cancer awareness leader when she speaks at the Fort Erie Public Library on Thursday afternoon. Team...

Uncle Sam statue removal for facelift sparks mixed reactions

October 1, 2025 at 6:59 PM

The Uncle Sam statue was lifted from the Delta Bingo and Gaming, formerly Uncle Sam’s Bingo Palace, roof in Fort Erie on Tuesday for repairs,...

The Frugal Dutchman sponsors kids to compete in Pokémon championship

October 1, 2025 at 3:27 AM

Two local kids are preparing to compete in international Pokémon tournaments with support from The Frugal Dutchman. Nine-year-old Poppy Kentie and 10-year-old Anderson Kentie, who...

System outage halts commercial traffic at Peace Bridge

September 30, 2025 at 11:59 AM

Commercial truck traffic into Niagara was halted overnight on Monday after a nationwide Canadian border system failure temporarily shut down crossings at the Peace Bridge,...

Hayride tradition brings families together in Stevensville

September 30, 2025 at 3:04 AM

The free autumn hayride rolled through Stevensville on Saturday, drawing families out to enjoy pleasant seasonal weather. The annual event, organized by The Village Church,...