Local News Briefs
- Budget Survey – The Niagara Region has launched a public survey to gather input for the 2024 budget. The survey will help ensure that next year’s budget reflects the needs and priorities of the community. (Niagara Region)
- Charges For Tree Destruction – The City of St. Catharines has concluded an investigation into the destruction of City-owned trees and plants within the Martindale Pond area. Four individuals, each facing 194 counts for violations of the City’s tree by-law are slated to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice later this month. (City of St. Catharines)
- Government Reform Document Requested – Regional Councillor Fred Davies will bring a motion to Regional Council asking the Region to reach out to the Premier and Cabinet to disclose a document that looked at governance reforms in Niagara but has not yet been released. (CKTB)
- Tree Of Giving – St. Catharines’ 26th annual Tree of Giving campaign kicked off on Monday. Individuals can contribute new, unwrapped gifts, gift cards, or monetary donations to support Community Care St. Catharines and Thorold. (GiantFM)
- Christmas Parade – Niagara-on-the-Lake will host their traditional Christmas Parade in Old Town on Saturday, December 9, at 11 a.m. (CKTB)
