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Today last chance to save on fertilizer

Today last chance to save on fertilizer

Discount prices for fertilizer will continue today at the charity fundraiser in the Rexall parking lot of the Pine Plaza from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
New comprehensive zoning bylaw creates concerns

New comprehensive zoning bylaw creates concerns

Conforming to the new Thorold Official Plan is creating uncertainty for some developers and land owners
CANADA: Here is what you need to know about the carbon tax

CANADA: Here is what you need to know about the carbon tax

Carbon taxes on fossil fuels such as gasoline help lower greenhouse gas emissions
BEYOND LOCAL: Should vaccination be a choice?

BEYOND LOCAL: Should vaccination be a choice?

Most Canadians support the idea of mandatory vaccination, but unintended consequences could worsen the under-vaccination problem
Highlights from April 2 council meeting

Highlights from April 2 council meeting

At its latest meeting, council tackled topics ranging from who should benefit from bus shelters to banning noisy religious services in city parks.
Brock University ready to welcome thousands to annual Open House

Brock University ready to welcome thousands to annual Open House

Open house scheduled at Brock University tomorrow, Sunday April 7.
BEYOND LOCAL: How 'academic buoyancy' can help students overcome setbacks

BEYOND LOCAL: How 'academic buoyancy' can help students overcome setbacks

Commitment, co-ordination and control are part of academic buoyancy
Action plan outlined for housing and homelessness in Niagara

Action plan outlined for housing and homelessness in Niagara

Age-Friendly Niagara has been working with the Niagara Region to review their housing and homelessness action plan.
BEYOND LOCAL: Napping at work might might actually make you a better employee

BEYOND LOCAL: Napping at work might might actually make you a better employee

Many companies, such as Ben & Jerry’s, Zappos and Nike, allow employees to nap at work
Fog advisory issued for Niagara region

Fog advisory issued for Niagara region

Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in certain areas