Local News Briefs

  • Thorold Holding Free Skating – The City of Thorold will be holding five free public skates at the Frank Doherty Arena between Christmas and New Year’s. Free popcorn and hot chocolate will also be available. (Thorold Today)
  • Collapsed Condo To Be Rebuilt – Evertrust Developments, the company who owns the Upper Vista Welland condo project that suffered two partial collapses earlier this year, has received a full rebuild permit from the city. The company is hoping to have the condominium ready for occupancy by the spring of 2025. (CKTB)
  • Police Cruiser Struck – A Niagara Regional Police SUV with its lights and siren activated was struck by another vehicle while traveling through the intersection of Fourth Avenue and Martindale Road. The officer suffered only minor injuries while the driver of the other vehicle also sustained minor injuries but was taken to hospital. (Niagara this Week)