Local News Briefs
- More Red Light Cameras – The Niagara Region will be operating 10 red light cameras in Niagara in the coming weeks. Three cameras are already operating while the remaining seven cameras have been installed and are being tested. (Niagara-on-the-Lake Local)
- New Playground – Thorold is planning to replace the playground and splash pad at Sullivan park as the current facilities do not meet park standards. (Thorold Today)
- Huge Development for Beamsville – A $400 million development is being proposed for land near the QEW in Beamsville that will include a six-storey standalone hotel, a two-storey, event centre, a three-storey commercial building, and three nine-storey mixed-used buildings that will include 403 condominium units. (Niagara this Week)
- Road Volunteers Needed – Niagara Region’s Adopt-a-Road program is looking for volunteer groups and organizations to help beautify their community and pick up litter along Regional Road rights-of-way. For more information or to apply for the program visit to the Region’s Adopt-a-Road webpage. (Niagara Region)
- Eclipse Event At Brock – The Niagara community is invited to join Brock University experts and special guests in celebrating a rare celestial spectacle on April 8. The event at Brock University will feature a variety of educational exhibits beginning at noon and then a community viewing of the total solar eclipse, expected to take place from 3:18 p.m. to 3:21 p.m. (Brock University)
- March Break Activities – Niagara Parks’ family-friendly sites and attractions invite visitors to explore the vast array of experiences this March Break, from the enchanting new Orchid Show to Niagara Parks’ year-round experiences such as the Butterfly Conservatory, Journey Behind the Falls and the Niagara Parks Power Station + Tunnel. (Niagara Parks)