The LocalSKIM for Monday, May 31

  • Port Colborne will open its beaches to non-residents starting Wednesday. However, individuals who do not reside in the city of Port Colborne will need to purchase a day pass in order to access Nickel Beach. Currently, day passes cost between $17.69 and $22.12 for Niagara residents. (610 CKTB)
  • According to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Canada won’t rush into reopening its border with the United States. Trudeau said that 75 per cent of Canadians need to be vaccinated and daily cases need to continue to decline across Canada before reopening the border will be considered. (Thorold News)
  • Niagara reported its lowest single-day count of COVID-19 cases since February 22 with 10 new cases while Ontario reported just 916 new cases, its lowest single day count since February 17. (St. Catharines Standard)