Local News Briefs
- Red Light Cameras Coming – The Niagara Region public works committee has voted in favour of installing 10 red light cameras throughout the region. Two locations in St. Catharines would have red light cameras including the intersections of St. Paul Street West and First Street Louth, and Niagara Street at Parnell Road. The plan still needs regional council approval to be implemented. (CKTB)
- Scam Warning – Niagara Regional Police are warning the public regarding two scams. The first scam involves the suspect using the social media chat app “WhatsApp” to ask the potential victim to join a group called “Global E-Commerce” for investing in a high interest savings account. The second scam involves a fraudulent employment opportunity where the suspect e-transfers the victim financial compensation for performing work but then solicits a larger sum of money from the victim as an administration fee. (Niagara Regional Police)
- Pickleball Proposed For Arena – The Niagara Indoor Pickleball Association is is hoping to sign a long-term lease to use the James Whyte Arena for pickleball. The association said they would prefer not to share the space with other indoor sports as they believe the courts will be used all day. However, the building would require some work which could cost as much as $4 million or $5 million. (Thorold Today)
- City Makes Decision On Waterfront Stairs – St. Catharines city council has approved repairs for the Graham Avenue staircase for this summer season and to replace the Masefield Avenue stairs as early as possible. Discussions on the fate of the two Port Dalhousie staircases have been ongoing for the past three years. (St. Catharines Standard)
