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<b>BEYOND LOCAL:</b> Our fruits and veggies might be dirtier than we think

BEYOND LOCAL: Our fruits and veggies might be dirtier than we think

But health experts say we have nothing to worry about
Remember when stone replaced wooden locks?

Remember when stone replaced wooden locks?

In this week's history column, we recall when the first wooden Welland Canal locks were replaced with stone; from Thorold Township and Town, 1786-1932, published by John H. Thompson
UPDATE: City launches new website

UPDATE: City launches new website

Update: The City has informed us that launch of the website will be completed tomorrow March 21
Dixon accepts reins as new Fire Chief

Dixon accepts reins as new Fire Chief

Terry Dixon was officially sworn in as Thorold’s new fire chief yesterday
<b>BEYOND LOCAL:</b> Is vaping a threat to public health for youth?

BEYOND LOCAL: Is vaping a threat to public health for youth?

Research suggests that vaping is creating a generation of nicotine-addicted youth, who start with e-cigarettes and move on to smoke tobacco products 
LACAC awards heritage boosters

LACAC awards heritage boosters

Individuals were recognized who have contributed to the city's history
Police ask for help to find missing Niagara Falls youth <b>(Update: located)</b>

Police ask for help to find missing Niagara Falls youth (Update: located)

Jordan Ryan failed to return home from school on Tuesday
Niagara police charge 14 with impaired driving

Niagara police charge 14 with impaired driving

These alleged offences occurred between March 4 and March 17, 2019
<b>CANADA:</b> Garneau closes Canada's skies to Boeing 737 Max 8s over safety concerns

CANADA: Garneau closes Canada's skies to Boeing 737 Max 8s over safety concerns

It is described as a precautionary move
Thorold novice team takes game one in district finals

Thorold novice team takes game one in district finals

Team plays again Wednesday night in Thorold