Stevensville school designation ‘not one to go to the mat for’
While reminding his fellow councillors that protection of Fort Erie’s built history is a part of its strategic plan, Mayor Wayne Redekop admitted one potential...
Development projects will speed up Pettit Road reconstruction timeline
Thanks to some major developments taking place in the area, including one that received draft plan of subdivision approval on Monday night, upgrades to Pettit...
Town ‘not prepared to spend $7M’ on Gibson Centre expansion
A major expansion project for the town’s public works operations has been put on hold as councillors are looking for alternatives ahead of next year’s...
Council approves 8-unit townhouse build for Hibbard Street
Concerns over narrow roads weren’t enough to deny a proposed eight-unit townhouse build on Hibbard Street in Ridgeway. Councillors supported a staff report that recommended...
New rules will allow for recorded votes at committee meetings
Councillors will soon have more flexibility as to when they can request recorded votes. The changes will be coming thanks to a motion by Councillor...
Council approves six units for Rebstock Road development
Despite ongoing concerns about drainage in the area, Fort Erie councillors approved a zoning bylaw amendment for a proposed residential build on Rebstock Road. However,...
Town adopts climate change action plan without emergency declaration
When it comes to climate change, Fort Erie councillors agreed with staff that action needs to be taken, but calling it an emergency locally may...
Resident concerned about pedestrian safety along Thompson Road
A local resident says Fort Erie needs to move faster at creating an active and pedestrian-friendly community, especially on one stretch of road he travels...
Rural road speed limits will mostly remain the same
Speed limits on several rural roads in town will remain as is, after councillors denied a recommendation for speed limit reduction. The recommendations had come...
Councillors struggle with church heritage designation plans
With 175 years of service under their belt, there’s little doubt the congregation of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church has a rich and important history in...



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