Author: Luke Edwards

Luke Edwards is a longtime Niagara community journalist who has covered a variety of beats, including business, agriculture, the wine industry and politics. When not writing, there's a good chance he can be found at a baseball diamond or curling rink.

Parks and open space master plan a balance between aspirations and affordability

October 9, 2024 at 4:12 AM

While the plan is “aspirational” in nature, Fort Erie’s mayor is cautioning that the goals of the town’s parks and open space master plan could...

Developers pitch 6-storey apartment build on Arthur Street

October 8, 2024 at 5:23 AM

Fort Erie councillors may have found another piece to address their ongoing push for more apartment units. The owners of 1023 Arthur Street are proposing...

Consumer advocates warn of lax homebuilding standards after Fort Erie couple’s ordeal

September 27, 2024 at 5:51 PM

The story of a Fort Erie couple who say they unknowingly bought a new home that had severe deficiencies did not come as a surprise...

Tender awarded for Prospect Point Road North project

September 26, 2024 at 4:02 AM

The lowest bidder for a Prospect Point Road North reconstruction project still came in nearly $900,000 over what had previously been budgeted. Councillors approved a...

Councillors approve additional $300,000 for Lindbergh Drive project

September 25, 2024 at 3:45 AM

The town is dipping into one of its reserve funds to pay for extra costs associated with an infrastructure project on Lindbergh Drive. A staff...

Niagara Health pulls out of Fort Erie’s community health care committee

September 24, 2024 at 5:49 AM

The Town of Fort Erie is requesting to be part of an upcoming Niagara Health board meeting after Niagara Health made the decision to leave...

Public outreach project for official plan review a success

September 12, 2024 at 4:07 AM

While Fort Erie residents were out enjoying the summer fun, they were also helping town staff prepare for a new official plan. A staff memo...

Trainer Harold Ladouceur makes history with victory at Prince of Wales Stakes

September 11, 2024 at 10:33 AM

The horse’s moniker Vitality turned out to be an apt name, not just since it showed some pep to beat a tough field at the...

Washington Road traffic calming measures approved, though directional closure nixed

September 10, 2024 at 4:10 AM

Measures to slow down and reduce traffic along a section of Washington Road appear set to go into place. Councillors, at the September 9 council-in-committee...