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Find out who is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccination

May 10, 2021/ Regional News by localskim_f5g5z4

Looking for information about who is currently eligible to get vaccinated in #Niagara and how to book an appointment? Check out our website to stay informed: https://t.co/INhCO5u1My

ℹ️Information is changing rapidly, so keep an eye out for updates. #VaccinateNiagara✌️ pic.twitter.com/OcK97pQYkh
— Niagara Region Public Health (@NRPublicHealth) May 9, 2021

COVID-19 update for Sunday, May 10

May 10, 2021/ Regional News by localskim_f5g5z4

Overview of COVID-19 in Niagara as of May 9https://t.co/QU6dctlaEs

Our actions can make a difference, #Niagara. Continue to #StayHome as much as possible, limit close contact to only those you live with, follow public health measures and get vaccinated when it's your turn. pic.twitter.com/1aE30VJQEw
— Niagara Region Public Health (@NRPublicHealth) May 9, 2021

Fourth wave of COVID-19 a possibility

May 10, 2021/ National News by localskim_f5g5z4

NEW: A fourth wave of #COVID19 is hard to stomach, but the possibility is real.

Reopening too quickly could spark a rise in infections at any time, experts say — and we also need to prepare for its transition into a seasonal threat.

My latest:https://t.co/YZ56FTax7b
— Lauren Pelley (@LaurenPelley) May 8, 2021

Additional COVID-19 vaccination appointments added

May 10, 2021/ Regional News by localskim_f5g5z4

Due to a last-minute boost of vaccines coming to Niagara, additional spots have been added to COVID-19 vaccination clinics this month. These include:

May 11-14: Vale Health and Wellness Centre
May 15-16: Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre

Learn more: https://t.co/sG5vAzHxDc pic.twitter.com/K3PmT5t8Zp
— Niagara Region Public Health (@NRPublicHealth) May 8, 2021

Niagara records another COVID-19 death

May 10, 2021/ National News by localskim_f5g5z4

Postscript: To that above point, @niagarahealth has reported the death of another #COVID19 today, bringing Niagara's total loss of life to at least 407 people.
— Grant LaFleche (@GrantRants) May 9, 2021

Lakeside Park parking lot closed for resurfacing

May 9, 2021/ Local News by localskim_f5g5z4

Parking lot improvements are on the way in Port Dalhousie

⚠ Resurfacing of the Lakeside Park parking lot pushes forward this week, with the lot closed from May 10 to 21 ⚠

Alternate parking available at:
?️Jaycee Park
?️Rennie Park
?️Port Dalhousie Older Adult Centre pic.twitter.com/15BqZrsII8
— St. Catharines (@St_Catharines) May 9, 2021

The LocalSKIM for Thursday, May 7

May 7, 2021/ Regional News by localskim_f5g5z4

Ghost Kitchens, which prepares food from multiple restaurant brands from one location, has opened its first standalone location in Niagara. Located on Hartzel Road, they provide takeout and delivery and are considered a virtual food court. (Niagara this Week)
A study by Desjardins shows that St. Catharines-Niagara has experienced the largest drop in housing affordability. According to the report, the affordability in the St. Catharines-Niagara area has decreased by 14 percent during the first quarter of this year. (610 CKTB)
Human remains have been discovered at Heartland Forest, a nature park in Niagara Falls. The main trails will be closed for the next few days as police investigate. (St. Catharines Standard)

Junior A lacrosse returning this summer

May 6, 2021/ Local Sports by localskim_f5g5z4

The Ontario Junior A Lacrosse League (OJALL) announced today that the league intends to return to the floor in 2021.
The OJALL, which includes the St. Catharines Junior A Athletics, saw their entire 2020 season cancelled due to COVID-19.
The 2021 season will debut a suite of premiere events aimed at boosting the profile of junior players and National Lacrosse League (NLL) prospects.
Details about the 2021 entry draft, player training camps, junior combine, pro showcase, and other league information will be announced in the coming weeks.

IceDogs have double picks early in second round

May 6, 2021/ Local Sports by localskim_f5g5z4

IceDogs big winners in OHL draft lottery despite losing first-round pick https://t.co/M0LBmSZt4I via @StCatStandard
— The St. Catharines Standard (@StCatStandard) May 6, 2021

COVID-19 update for Thursday, May 6

May 6, 2021/ Regional News by localskim_f5g5z4

Overview of COVID-19 in Niagara as of May 6 https://t.co/QU6dctlaEs

Our actions can make a difference, #Niagara. Continue to #StayHome as much as possible, limit close contact to only those you live with, follow public health measures and get vaccinated when it's your turn. pic.twitter.com/fwwP1cEMF8
— Niagara Region Public Health (@NRPublicHealth) May 6, 2021