Local News Briefs
- Paid Parking At Beaches To Continue – St. Catharines Council voted 8-5 to adopt the 2023 beach strategy that will see paid parking continue at Lakeside Park and Sunset beaches as they believe it will encourage turnover of spaces and more transit usage. Parking rates will be set at $3/hour but St. Catharines residents will also have the option of purchasing a $15 seasonal parking pass. (St. Catharines Standard)
- St. Catharines Installing Sign Language Signage – New signage depicting the American Sign Language alphabet and common language and phrases is being installed at the entrances of select St. Catharines recreational facilities and parks to improve communication between deaf and hearing residents in public spaces. Avril Hertneky, a hearing-impaired resident, first approached City staff with her ideas and worked closely with City staff to find solutions. (City of St. Catharines)
- Train To Play At Casino – The band Train will play at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino on August 22. The band has sold more than 10 million albums and 30 million tracks worldwide, with multiple platinum/gold citations, including three Grammy Awards and two Billboard Music Awards. Tickets go on sale Friday, Mar 10 at 10 a.m. (CKTB)
- St. Catharines Home Prices Decrease By 30% – According to a new report from Desjardins, St. Catharines has seen home prices decrease by almost 30% since Feb 2022. However, St. Catharines home prices are still 47% above pre-pandemic levels. While Toronto remains the most unaffordable city in the province, it’s followed closely by St. Catharines, Hamilton and Kitchener. (Toronto Star)
