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Hold off on your garden planting: NPCA

2 days ago | niagarathisweek.com | Mark Newman

While the return of sunny skies and milder temperatures might feel like gardening weather, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority officials say it’s too early to start digging and planting. “Mid-May and even maybe a bit later because that’s when the soil is going to be nice and saturated, but not too wet,” said Katy Sokoloski, NPCA special programs outreach and engagement assistant.
5 priority issues discussed at Niagara-on-the-Lake Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa’s open house

2 days ago | niagarathisweek.com | Kevin Werner

Agriculture and rural issues were front and centre during Niagara-on-the-Lake Lord Mayor Gary Zalepa’s sixth and final community meeting. Held April 17 at the Virgil fire station, the meeting attracted about 25 people and followed five other open houses across Niagara-on-the-Lake, including Glendale, Queenston and Virgil in January and February. The meetings highlighted what town council has done over the past year and allowed residents to ask questions and receive feedback from town staff.
New Hyatt hotel, retail and office complex to open in Garrison Village May 2026

3 days ago | niagarathisweek.com | Kevin Werner

The next generation of mixed-use living and shopping experience is scheduled to open May 2026 in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Garrison Village neighbourhood. John Hawley, founder and developer of The Village neighbourhood, and Adam Hawley, vice-president of The Village Development Inc., revealed the development proposal during a glitzy presentation at Stratus Vineyards, and then during a 90-minute virtual public announcement April 17.
New Hyatt hotel, retail and office complex to open in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Garrison Village May 2026

3 days ago | niagarathisweek.com | Kevin Werner

The next generation of mixed-use living and shopping experience is scheduled to open May 2026 in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Garrison Village neighbourhood. John Hawley, founder and developer of The Village neighbourhood, and Adam Hawley, vice-president of The Village Development Inc., revealed the development proposal during a glitzy presentation at Stratus Vineyards, and then during a 90-minute virtual public announcement April 17.
Hyatt hotel, retail and office complex to open in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Garrison Village May 2026

3 days ago | niagarathisweek.com | Kevin Werner

The next generation of mixed-use living and shopping experience is scheduled to open May 2026 in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Garrison Village neighbourhood. John Hawley, founder and developer of The Village neighbourhood, and Adam Hawley, vice-president of The Village Development Inc., revealed the development proposal during a glitzy presentation at Stratus Vineyards, and then during a 90-minute virtual public announcement April 17.
Use them or lose them? Niagara leaders weigh in on strong-mayor powers

3 days ago | niagarathisweek.com | Kevin Werner

Niagara-on-the-Lake Coun. Sandra O’Connor is urging her political colleagues to return newly bestowed strong-mayor powers back to the province. “It is not in the best interest of democracy,” said O’Connor in an interview. It’s an issue eight municipalities across Niagara will have to consider, as Ontario has introduced legislation expanding the powers.
Take them back? Niagara leaders weigh in on strong-mayor powers

3 days ago | niagarathisweek.com | Kevin Werner

Niagara-on-the-Lake Coun. Sandra O’Connor is urging her political colleagues to return newly bestowed strong-mayor powers back to the province. “It is not in the best interest of democracy,” said O’Connor in an interview. It’s an issue eight municipalities across Niagara will have to consider, as Ontario has introduced legislation expanding the powers.
Ontario Land Tribunal issues final order dismissing Solmar’s appeal of decision on Randwood Estate

1 week ago | niagarathisweek.com | Kevin Werner

The Ontario Land Tribunal has issued its final order to dismiss an appeal by Solmar Development Corp. of a decision turning down its application to develop Randwood Estate after the company decided not to revise its plans for the property. In a 55-page decision in October 2024, the tribunal said if Solmar wanted to pursue the proposed subdivision plan on Randwood Estate it would have to conduct several additional studies and change the plan.
Table flipped: Councillor wants to reopen debate on temporary Niagara-on-the-Lake patio program

1 week ago | niagarathisweek.com | Kevin Werner

Niagara-on-the-Lake Coun. Wendy Cheropita wants to reverse town council’s decision to end the temporary patio program at the end of the year. Cheropita’s motion during Tuesday’s committee of the whole meeting directs staff to report back to council “for a potential pathway to extend the temporary patio program without impacting the previous direction of council.”Cheropita said in an interview the decision to end the program was too abrupt. “Let’s have another discussion (on the topic),” she said.
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Matthias Oppenlaender re-elected Grape Growers of Ontario chair

1 week ago | niagarathisweek.com | Kevin Werner

Matthias Oppenlaender has been re-elected chair of the Grape Growers of Ontario’s board of directors. Oppenlaender and his wife Monica, along with their five children, operate a 320-hectare farm of sustainable vineyards in Niagara-on-the-Lake. He was elected Grape King in 2006, and in 2007 was elected to the GGO Growers’ committee and the board of directors. In 2009 he was elected vice-chair and held the position until 2016 when he was elected chair. Kevin Watson is the new vice-chair.