Local News Briefs

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  • Distraction Thefts On The Rise – Niagara Regional Police are warning that there has been a rise in distraction thefts since late February across Niagara as 10 incidents have been reported. One scam will see the criminal approach a car and inform the victim that there is a problem with their car, such as a flat tire. The victim will then exit the car to look at the issue with the suspect while a second suspect steals the purse or wallet from the car. (Niagara Regional Police)
  • LTC Homes Getting New Diagnostic Equipment – Nineteen long term care homes in the Niagara Region will receive their share of $294,513 in provincial funding. The funds will be used to purchase diagnostic equipment to improve the care and quality of life of the residents who live in the homes. (InNiagara Region)
  • Thorold Community Theatre Loses Venue – Thorold Community Theatre is losing their venue as the group has been asked to vacate Trinity United Church, the place where they have held rehearsals and performances for the past 30 years, as the future of the church on Pine St. S has become uncertain. All upcoming shows have been cancelled but the theater group is looking for a new venue and is hoping to stay in Thorold. (Thorold News)
  • TikTok Ban Grows – The municipalities of Niagara Region, St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Thorold, Port Colborne, Lincoln and Grimsby, along with Niagara Regional Police have now all banned TikTok from corporate devices. As well, some cities are blocking the app from their WiFi networks at arenas, city hall and other places. The Chinese government has a stake in TikTok but the company has maintained it does not share data with China’s government. (St. Catharines Standard)
  • Quarry Expansion A Contentious Issue – Residents living near the Port Colborne Quarry have expressed their concern to Niagara Regional Council regarding the expansion of the quarry. This week officials representing Rankin Construction, who own the quarry, spoke to Regional Council to address the concerns regarding increased truck traffic and damage to neighbouring homes. (The River)