By Mike Williscraft NewsNow After a COVID-induced hiatus, the popular Lincoln Chamber of Commerce Politicians’ Breakfast returned last week to a full house. About 100 attendees turned out […]
After a successful experiment in Summer 2021, Grimsby’s Downtown Improvement Area board is rebooting its Comedy Night in Grimsby series. Last summer, the series operated in Coronation Park each Wednesday […]
The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, has released A Plan to Safely Reopen Ontario and Manage COVID-19 for the Long-Term, which outlines the province’s gradual approach […]
Last week this space was filled with prose suggesting COVID passports are needed. That position is valid. So, too, are concerns about misuse of such a tool. It would be […]
In the highly politicized world that combatting COVID-19 has become, love him or hate him, Ontario Premier Doug Ford is 100 per cent correct when he said this week the […]
To help make it easier to get the vaccine, walk-ins for those getting their first and second doses are now welcome at all Niagara Region Public Health COVID-19 vaccination clinics […]
Niagara Region Public Health has confirmed the beach area at Charles Daley Park in Lincoln is re-opened and once again safe for swimming. The beach was closed on June 29 […]
Based on the province-wide vaccination rate and continuing improvements in key public health and health system indicators, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, Ontario will move into […]
The provincial government will add splash pads to the roster of outdoor activities re-opened in adjusted COVID-19 protocols tomorrow, May 22. Splash pads were not initially in the list of […]
By Mike Williscraft NewsNow Brave, traditionally, may not be a word one might attach to the nursing profession. These days, that has changed a lot. Brave, mentally tough, dedicated are […]
Fourteen months into the COVID-19 pandemic, Niagara’s major food banks and social service agencies are rallying together to raise concerns about the unprecedented need for assistance throughout Niagara Region. Part […]
With vaccine supply to Ontario seemingly remedied, the provincial government has further expanded eligibility to book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment throughout this week. As of Tuesday, May 11, individuals with […]
By Mike Williscraft NewsNow A nurse’s life is filled with the highest of highs and lowest of lows – none of it they control. These days those extremes are tested […]
Considerable confusion reigned supreme over the weekend for parents and youth alike over protocols regarding Niagara West skateparks. Many youth populated Grimsby’s Skatepark, while others were upset being turned away […]
The pressure within Ontario and on our hospital due to COVID-19 is escalating rapidly and Hamilton Health Sciences is feeling it across its system – including West Lincoln Memorial Hospital. […]
To meet the demand for COVID vaccination appointments, Niagara Region Public Health has announced added clinic dates are now available on provincial booking portal: • April 19-20 – Pelham, Meridian […]
Late last week, the Province of Ontario announced a few updates on the COVID pandemic. These included expanding Ontario’s Booking System to individuals aged 75 and older as of March […]
The provincial COVID-19 vaccine registration portal is now open. Anyone turning 80 or older in 2021 and wishes to make an appointment – or an individual entrusted to make an […]
By Mike Williscraft NewsNow Many are relieved to see vaccines going into arms and appointments being set as the battle against COVID-19 rages on. While Niagara’s health department announced locations […]
After a two-week delay from upgrades to other Ontario regions, Niagara will move into Red – Control designation on Monday, March 1. Under that designation there are still significant restrictions […]