Local News Briefs
- Region Takes Over Bridge – Niagara Regional Council has voted in favour of taking over ownership of the CNR bridge on St. Paul Street West once it is reconstructed. CNR is paying $7.6 million, half of the current bridge replacement cost, plus $1.5 million to help cover repair costs over the next 150 years. (St. Catharines Standard)
- NPCA Moving – The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority will be moving its headquarters from Welland to Merrittville Hwy across the street from the Canada Games facility. The new office is expected to be open by April. (Niagara this Week)
- Family History Workshop – The St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre and St. Catharines Public Library will be hosting a workshop on Saturday, March 2 at the library’s central branch and on Saturday, March 16 at the museum where residents will learn how to trace their genealogy and organize their family stories. The workshop introduces participants to concepts related to gathering, organizing, recording, and preserving their family’s story. (City of St. Catharines)
- Ward Boundary Changes – The second public consultation session regarding Pelham’s ward boundary will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 27 at the Meridian Community Centre from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Residents can also fill out an online survey available on the Town’s website until March 10. (Pelham Today)
- Ice Cube Coming – Legendary rapper Ice Cube is coming to the Meridan Centre on May 2. Tickets will go on sale Friday March 1st at 10:00 a.m. and range from $69.50-$129.50. (CKTB)