The LocalSKIM for Friday, May 21

  • Regional Council has made progress on their 4 year strategic plan, which deals with such things as land use, the advancement of public transit, long-term care homes, the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games and the creation of a new development charges by-law. (Niagara Region, St. Catharines Standard)
  • The Fort Erie Race Track is planning to open for the 2021 racing season Tuesday, June 15th although the track will remain closed to spectators. (610 CKTB)
  • Port Colborne will open the Sugarloaf Marina and public boat ramp on Saturday but Nickel Beach and Centennial-Cedar Bay Beaches will be open to Port Colborne residents only due to the stay at home order. (610 CKTB)
  • Ontario will allow outdoor visits at long-term care homes starting Saturday to align with the government’s decision to reopen outdoor recreational amenities. (CTV News)