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Local News Briefs

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  • New Top Cop – Bill Fordy has been named the new Chief of Police for the Niagara Regional Police.  Fordy is currently the Deputy Chief of Police.  He will begin his new role effective February 1 and replaces the retiring Bryan MacCulloch. (Niagara Regional Police)
  • Flood Watch – A flood watch is still in effect for Niagara as water levels have risen resulting in some roads being partially closed. The flooding is a result of the recent rain as well as melting snow. (The River)
  • Removed Motion Causes Uproar – At the start of the Niagara Regional Council meeting on Thursday, councillors voted to remove a motion by Councillor Haley Bateman calling for a binding ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict. Supporters of the motion who attended the council meeting then protested the decision, leading to a recess and the removal of the protesters. Normally the federal government, not local governments, make decisions on foreign policy. (The Niagara Independent)
  • Mansion For Sale – Rodman Hall, which was sold in 2020 by Brock University to a developer who renovated the building into a hotel and events centre, is now listed for sale at $9,999,000. The property was built in the 1960’s and includes 2.9 hectares. (CKTB)
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Sports Update

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  • IceDogs Lose Three – The Niagara IceDogs lost all three of their games last week, losing to Brantford 5-3, Kingston 10-0 and Ottawa 6-4. The IceDogs remain in last place in the Eastern Conference, seven points back of the final playoff spot with 23 games remaining in the regular season.
  • Falcons Win A Pair – The St. Catharines Falcons won both of their games over the weekend, defeating Port Colborne 5-2 at home Friday and beating Caledonia 5-4 on Saturday in Caledonia. The Falcons are in third place in the Golden Horseshoe Conference, one point back of second place Fort Erie.
  • River Lions Release Schedule – The Niagara River Lions released their schedule this past week. A total of 20 regular season games will be played over 10 weeks. The River Lions open the season against the Brampton Honey Badgers at the CAA Centre on May 24th before hosting the Honey Badgers at the Meridian Centre on May 30th. (Niagara River Lions)
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