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!"

Christine Jessop doc drives brother’s push for better victim services

September 29, 2025 at 3:56 AM

A new documentary on Christine Jessop’s 1984 abduction has left her brother Ken Jessop pushing for better victim services in Niagara, where he says families...

Completion of the Crystal Beach Paver Project a stone’s throw away

September 28, 2025 at 6:45 AM

Shovels will finally hit the ground in front of the Crystal Beach sign this October after long delays. The paver stone project, launched by the...

McDermott ‘humbled’ by community response following hospital stay

September 27, 2025 at 6:24 AM

Ward 1 Councillor George McDermott is recovering from a serious lung infection after being rushed to Greater Niagara General Hospital earlier this week. McDermott said...

New Stevensville dog park planned to open by end of fall 2025

September 27, 2025 at 6:04 AM

A new off-leash dog park is coming to the Stevensville Mini Park on West Main Street. The Town of Fort Erie says the project is...

Legion dinner brings local veterans together with Canada’s oldest man

September 26, 2025 at 3:29 AM

Fort Erie’s Royal Canadian Legion branch was filled with stories of service and survival on Wednesday as veterans gathered for its annual appreciation dinner, joined...

Cyclists to cross Peace Bridge in October for CanAm Freedom Ride

September 25, 2025 at 3:19 AM

Cyclists from Buffalo and Fort Erie will cross the Peace Bridge together on October 4 to celebrate cross-border friendship and remember the freedom seekers who...

Fort Erie shop builds community pride while supporting food bank

September 25, 2025 at 3:11 AM

A new shop is giving back to Fort Erie through donations that support local families. Sarah Grugios, owner of Superior Apparel and Swag Shop, started...

Stevensville slo-pitch tournament to support children’s hospital

September 24, 2025 at 3:52 AM

United Empire Loyalist Park on Ott Road in Stevensville will host 11 slo-pitch teams this weekend as a fundraiser that began after a local child’s...

Suicide awareness event unites providers at Native Friendship Centre

September 23, 2025 at 3:56 AM

Mental health and addiction service providers gathered at the Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre (FENFC) on Saturday for the first annual “We Gotta Talk” event...

Arts, Beats & Eats takes over Jarvis Street for second year

September 22, 2025 at 4:31 AM

Bridgeburg is back and better than ever after Jarvis Street filled with thousands looking for food, music and community spirit. The Bridgeburg BIA hosted its...