Archaeological work at pumping station site providing ‘insights into the history of the area’
Some discoveries have been made during an archaeological dig at the site of a soon-to-be-overhauled sewage pumping station in Fort Erie, but details are limited...
Man driving stolen vehicle apprehended at the Peace Bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers arrested a man driving a stolen vehicle at the Peace Bridge border crossing between Fort Erie and Buffalo,...
Niagara Parks replacing sections of breakwall, planning for shoreline protection
Niagara Parks is continuing to replace broken sections of the breakwall in Fort Erie, a project started in 2020. Work resumed in 2023 with a...
Origin of human remains found at Niagara Parkway property a mystery
The owners of property near the Niagara River in Fort Erie were given clearance by the province in 2022 to move ahead with a potential...
CBP tests facial biometric technology for inbound vehicles at Peace Bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has launched facial biometric testing in selected vehicle lanes for travellers entering the United States from Canada at the...
Fort Erie Legion mural had to be ‘maintained for future generations’
Local artist Tom Prow says he always does research before taking on a mural project. And that’s what he did when he was approached by...
Josiah’s Journey tells story ‘about the infinite possibilities of humanity’
Josiah Henson’s story is one about perseverance and overcoming unimaginable obstacles. On October 28, 1830, he landed in Fort Erie after escaping 41 years as...
Public outreach project for official plan review a success
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...
Weapons seized on American side of Peace Bridge
A number of firearms passed through Fort Erie before they were seized by border officials in Buffalo. On Saturday, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP)...
Returning to Canada on Civic Holiday? What to know before crossing the border
As the Civic Holiday long weekend concludes today, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is offering tips for travellers crossing the Peace Bridge and other...



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