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.

Fort Erie council notebook: 2023 building numbers are in

May 19, 2024 at 5:35 AM

Following a post COVID-19 spike, it appears building activity in Fort Erie is returning to pre-pandemic norms. In a report to the council-in-committee meeting of...

New rules would give the municipality authority to enact driving bans

May 17, 2024 at 4:52 AM

When the next major winter storm strikes, or any other major emergency that could affect driving, the Town of Fort Erie may have the ability...

Public engagement levels for official plan review worry some councillors

May 16, 2024 at 5:18 AM

While working on the City of Vaughan’s comprehensive zoning bylaw, Robert Rappolt recalled a meeting where three people showed up. In a city of that...

‘A lost opportunity’: Revamped Garrison Road development gets approval despite misgivings

May 15, 2024 at 4:45 AM

It took changes from an earlier version, a couple amendments from Fort Erie’s mayor, and some town politicians accepting the property wasn’t going to be...

Potential status change signifies improving conditions along Niagara River

May 11, 2024 at 5:21 AM

From Fort Erie to Niagara-on-the-Lake, the Niagara River is a special place for Natalie Green. Green, the manager of climate change and special programs for...

Siltech eyes first half of 2025 for Fort Erie facility opening

May 8, 2024 at 4:35 AM

As they get ready to start putting up the walls around what will become the newest Siltech facility, the company is also beginning to consider...

Fort Erie’s response to ‘Cutting Red Tape’ is a mixed bag

April 26, 2024 at 6:16 AM

As the province continues its attempts to tackle the housing shortage, town staff responded to changes brought on by a recent piece of proposed legislation...

Mayor tasks town to tackle tidiness on trails and in parks

April 25, 2024 at 4:20 AM

A stroll through a recently revamped green space like Douglas Park is supposed to be calming and a reminder of the beauty of nature. Unfortunately,...

CNP working on infrastructure and customer service upgrades in Fort Erie

April 24, 2024 at 4:41 AM

Increased communication and reduced outages are the goals for Canadian Niagara Power (CNP). In a presentation to Fort Erie council, Jeff Hoover and John Sander...