Local News Briefs
- Queenston Street Development Uncertain – The development of a 1,131-unit housing project on the former St. Catharines General Hospital site is uncertain as the property has been placed in receivership. The property owner owes over $10 million to their lender and the owner has now missed the repayment deadline. (St. Catharines Standard)
- GO Transit Ridership Up – GO Transit ridership to and from Niagara Falls experienced a 67% increase in 2023 with 630,056 riders at the Niagara Falls GO station. The growth is attributed to expanded service on weekdays and weekends, adjusted departure times, collaboration with Niagara Falls Tourism, and partnerships promoting local events and attractions. (St. Catharines Standard)
- Canal Bridge Closed – The Highway 20 / Allanburg Bridge will be closed for bridge/road maintenance on Wednesday, January 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The bridge will be closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic. (City of Thorold)
- Cyclamen Display Returns – After a three-year hiatus, the popular Cyclamen Display returns to the Floral Showhouse from January 13 – March 3. Open daily, the Cyclamen Display invites guests to escape the winter weather and explore a tropical array of vibrant burgundy, pink, and magenta Cyclamen. (Niagara Parks)
- Clock Tower Getting Restoration – Niagara-on-the-Lake’s heritage committee has approved a permit to allow $80,000 of restoration work to the 103 year-old cenotaph and clock tower. The work still needs to be approved by town council. (Niagara this Week)