McDermott ‘humbled’ by community response following hospital stay
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...
‘Meaningful progress’ in talks on Douglas Memorial’s future: Lewis
The postponement of a motion Ward 5 Councillor Tom Lewis said he had “no joy” in moving forward with back in June is a possible...
Redekop highlights growth, business support at mayor’s breakfast
Fort Erie Mayor Wayne Redekop told a gathering of South Niagara leaders Tuesday that his community is seeing rapid growth and continuing to attract new...
New South Niagara Hospital hits two-year construction mark
It will stand 12 storeys tall and cover a footprint of close to 250,000 square feet. Construction of the South Niagara Hospital has reached the...
Regular Meteors anthem singer stays positive despite health challenges
Nolan Soucie lives in Welland, but his heart is in Fort Erie when it comes to his favourite Jr. B hockey team. He’s been singing...
Niagara Health revises urgent care schedule amid public outcry
Niagara Health has announced a partial reversal of previously planned summer closures at the Douglas Memorial urgent care centre, a decision that sparked public outcry...
Town officials continue pitching ideas to Niagara Health
Fort Erie officials continue to pitch ideas as to how the Douglas Memorial site can remain a part of the community. On Tuesday, Mayor Wayne...
Douglas Memorial team awarded top honour at Niagara Health awards
A dedicated group of healthcare workers from Niagara Health’s Fort Erie site has been honoured with an award of excellence for their outstanding collaboration and...
Council ties hospital funds to reinstitution of urgent care hours
It makes no sense to reduce urgent care centre (UCC) services in Fort Erie at precisely the same time as thousands start arriving in town...
Niagara Health ‘committed to continuing’ dialogue with Fort Erie
“Allergic to criticism.” This was one way Mayor Wayne Redekop described Niagara Health during an interview Monday on Fort Erie Radio’s morning show with Brent...


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