Local News Briefs
- New Plan For Thorold – Thorold city staff has a new four year strategic plan which will be used to make sure priorities are met or exceeded by city council. The plan is based on four pillars which are business and economic growth, responsible community growth and infrastructure planning, vibrant and inclusive neighbourhoods, and service modernization. (St. Catharines Standard)
- Agreement With Transit Workers – A five-year collective bargaining agreement has been reached between the Niagara Transit Commission and the union representing transit workers. (CKTB)
- Pelham Approves Budget – Council for the Town of Pelham has approved the 2023 Capital and Operating Budgets, resulting in a 3.77% increase for the municipal portion of the tax levy. The draft 2024 Water and Wastewater budgets will be presented on Feb 7 and and will return to council for approval on Feb 21. (Town of Pelham)
- Niagara Falls Road Closures – Several road closures will take place on the evening of Sunday, Dec 31 for New Year’s Eve. The Niagara Parkway, Clifton Hill to Fraser Hill, Clifton Hill from Victoria Avenue to Falls Avenue and Murray Street from the Niagara Parkway to Fallsview Boulevard will all be closed. (Niagara Parks)
- Carolers In Thorold – On Saturday in Thorold, the McGregor Carolers and Santa will be downtown from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. (Thorold Today)