‘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...
Town to review rooftop patio rules in light of OLT appeal
A pending settlement regarding a Rebstock Road development has led Fort Erie’s mayor to request staff look at rooftop patio rules during its review of...
Redekop, Lewis meet with provincial ministers at AMO conference
Local officials met with representatives from eight provincial ministries at the recent Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) conference in Ottawa. Held annually in a different...
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,...
Fort Erie values ‘diversity and inclusion’: Redekop at Pride event
The Fort Erie Pride Festival started six years ago and brought out about 20 people in its inaugural edition. Held back then at the Bell...
Hundreds come out for supper market kickoff on Thursday night
Mike Reles and Amber Halkes are entering their third summer as small business owners in Crystal Beach. The owners of Maplewood Gelato, this is the...
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...
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...
Lewis to call for resignation of Niagara Health president, board of directors
Fort Erie councillors will later this month consider requesting the resignation of Lynn Guerriero and withholding the $3 million the municipality had previously committed for...
Sun shines on Crystal Beach at March of Umbrellas event
There is a “new season approaching” in Crystal Beach and an event held Saturday morning was one to celebrate that. Hosted by non-profit organization Advancing...
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