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Holy Trinity and Garden of Memories mausoleums closed Monday

May 27, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Facility disruption: Holy Trinity and Garden of Memories mausoleums

The Holy Trinity and Garden of Memories mausoleums will be closed to the public on Monday, May 31 for scheduled maintenance.

For additional information on our cemetery, please visit https://t.co/AFSNDrcXNN pic.twitter.com/BXsDMDwaIH
— St. Catharines (@St_Catharines) May 27, 2021

‘History InSite’ will show what life was like decades ago in downtown St. Catharines

May 26, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

The St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre is inviting visitors to the city’s downtown to discover the history around them through a new permanent interactive photo installation.
History InSite will display a historical photograph in the area where the photo was taken.
The History InSite signs also provide history and context in addition to a weblink where additional historical information can be found.
History InSite will allow visitors to explore the evolution of the city through time and will provide a fun, active, outdoor experience in the downtown core.

Improvements coming to Burgoyne Woods Park

May 26, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Investments at Burgoyne Woods Park
?One of my favourite spots in STC
? Roadway coming into park & loop repaved
?TY Rankin & @St_Catharines staff for work & design
?‍♀️Bike/ multi modal path separated from car lane at entry
?Enjoy the shade & trails #OurHomeSTC #LoveSTC pic.twitter.com/xl8EojDYP2
— Walter Sendzik (@WSendzik) May 26, 2021

Todays high of 30°C beats 1978 record of 27.7°C

May 25, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

NEWS | Heat in Niagara smashes 1978 record and will move out of region tomorrow. Details: https://t.co/yNJBbAiWsn pic.twitter.com/6us1pEmI8y
— NewsTalk 610 CKTB (@610CKTB) May 25, 2021

Mini-motorcycle crash in St. Catharines claims life of rider

May 25, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

The province’s Special Investigations Unit has been called in after a mini-motorcycle crash in St. Catharines claimed the life of the rider Tuesday.https://t.co/vigPYmGkNR
— Niagara this Week (@NiagarathisWeek) May 25, 2021

Possible delays at Niagara landfill sites

May 25, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Planning a visit to the landfill or drop-off depot? There may be delays as we enter the busy season. There's a limit to the number of cars on site at a time due to COVID-19. Try using curbside collection instead, or plan your visit outside of peak hours: https://t.co/WvRsr65RZs pic.twitter.com/t1mcp1kEmq
— Niagara Region (@NiagaraRegion) May 24, 2021

50.4% of Niagara’s population has now received first dose of COVID-19 vaccine

However only 3.4% of Niagara has been fully vaccinated with second shot

May 25, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

NEWS | Half of Niagara's residents have received first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Details: https://t.co/HJ1nOEHdHo pic.twitter.com/0thFznz3K0
— NewsTalk 610 CKTB (@610CKTB) May 25, 2021

Tips to beat the heat

May 25, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Protect yourself from the heat and humidity:
– Seek shade
– Drink plenty of water
– Dress in cool, loose clothing
– Shade your head with a hat or umbrella
– Take a cool shower/bath
For more tips to beat the heat and sun-safety, visit: https://t.co/6Gz2kq8qjS pic.twitter.com/2SCExZWABq
— Niagara Region Public Health (@NRPublicHealth) May 25, 2021

St. Catharines opens cooling centres and extends splash pad hours

May 25, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

It’s hot one out there ☀️☀️
With a heat alert in effect:
?Cooling centres are open (with COVID-19 safety protocols) at Kiwanis Aquatics Centre 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. & Russell Ave Community Centre 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
?Extended splash pad hours 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.https://t.co/FJem6cVziX pic.twitter.com/MiF50q0NUG
— St. Catharines (@St_Catharines) May 25, 2021

Garden City Golf Course set to open Tuesday

May 21, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Get ready to hit the links. Following changes to the provincial restrictions, the Garden City Golf Course is set to open Tuesday, May 25. As part of a series of enhanced safety measures, you must book your tee time in advance.
Learn more: https://t.co/PtFhJt2LmK pic.twitter.com/u5m6F9oabG
— St. Catharines (@St_Catharines) May 21, 2021