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Jen Wilkinson, FEO, May 28, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 19 The Fort Erie Optimist Club celebrated local youth during its annual Youth Appreciation Awards and supper held May 21, recognizing students from schools across Fort Erie for their leadership, character and positive attitudes. The long-running event, which has been taking
Millicent Simonics, FEO, May 28, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 19 This spring, the worlds of fine art and thoroughbred racing will collide in a celebration of local heritage. To mark the milestone 129th anniversary of the Fort Erie Race Track, Rookleys Canadian Art is stepping out of the gallery and
Jen Wilkinson, FEO, May 14, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 18 With the arrival of Spring across Fort Erie and the Niagara region, a quiet yet urgent migration is underway. Turtles, some of Ontario’s oldest and most vulnerable wildlife, are leaving wetlands, marshes and waterways in search of nesting sites. For
Millicent Simonics, FEO, April 30, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 17 Photos/Roman Ber Fort Erie residents packed the Leisureplex Banquet Hall on April 18, united by a shared concern: the future of local health care. The Fort Erie Healthcare SOS Forum brought together citizens, advocates and elected officials for a two-hour
Christine Whelan, FEO, April 30, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 17 Clark Bernat was brought into his new position in early February. The Fort Erie Observer caught up with him to ask, ” How’s it going so far? “It’s been great. It’s been fun. Invigorating for me, a new challenge. Everyone
April 30, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 17 The Friends of the Library Spring Used Book Sale exceeded expectations, raising more than $5,700 in support of local library services. Organizers thanked the many residents who came out to browse, purchase, and donate books, helping make the annual event another success. Volunteers
Abraam Dawod April 16, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 16 At Garrison Place retirement home in Fort Erie, Burd Sisler recalled to filmmaker Abraam Dawod details about his childhood – his home in New Toronto (now Etobicoke), what his parents were like, and his relationship with his younger brother, Louis. Those
Christine Whelan, April 16, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 16 It’s Spring Migration Time! “This is the best time of year to see birds in Fort Erie”, says Marcie Jacklin, Fort Erie resident and avid birder of over 35 years. “Until the first week in June, we will see so many
Jen Wilkinson, April 16, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 16 The Fort Erie community is reflecting on a remarkable life well lived following the passing of Burdett “Burd” Sisler, a cherished resident, war veteran, and family patriarch who died peacefully on April 2 at the age of 110. Just weeks shy
By Jen Wilkinson April 2, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 15 Susan Jovanivic has stepped down from her role as a trustee with the District School Board of Niagara, representing Fort Erie and Port Colborne, citing ethical reasons for her resignation. Jovanivic made the announcement in a social media post, noting
Jen Wilkinson, FEO, May 28, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 19 The Fort Erie Optimist Club celebrated local youth during its annual Youth Appreciation Awards and supper held May 21, recognizing students from schools across Fort Erie for their leadership, character and positive attitudes. The long-running event, which has been taking
Millicent Simonics, FEO, May 28, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 19 This spring, the worlds of fine art and thoroughbred racing will collide in a celebration of local heritage. To mark the milestone 129th anniversary of the Fort Erie Race Track, Rookleys Canadian Art is stepping out of the gallery and
Jen Wilkinson, FEO, May 14, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 18 With the arrival of Spring across Fort Erie and the Niagara region, a quiet yet urgent migration is underway. Turtles, some of Ontario’s oldest and most vulnerable wildlife, are leaving wetlands, marshes and waterways in search of nesting sites. For
Millicent Simonics, FEO, April 30, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 17 Photos/Roman Ber Fort Erie residents packed the Leisureplex Banquet Hall on April 18, united by a shared concern: the future of local health care. The Fort Erie Healthcare SOS Forum brought together citizens, advocates and elected officials for a two-hour
Christine Whelan, FEO, April 30, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 17 Clark Bernat was brought into his new position in early February. The Fort Erie Observer caught up with him to ask, ” How’s it going so far? “It’s been great. It’s been fun. Invigorating for me, a new challenge. Everyone
April 30, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 17 The Friends of the Library Spring Used Book Sale exceeded expectations, raising more than $5,700 in support of local library services. Organizers thanked the many residents who came out to browse, purchase, and donate books, helping make the annual event another success. Volunteers
Abraam Dawod April 16, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 16 At Garrison Place retirement home in Fort Erie, Burd Sisler recalled to filmmaker Abraam Dawod details about his childhood – his home in New Toronto (now Etobicoke), what his parents were like, and his relationship with his younger brother, Louis. Those
Christine Whelan, April 16, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 16 It’s Spring Migration Time! “This is the best time of year to see birds in Fort Erie”, says Marcie Jacklin, Fort Erie resident and avid birder of over 35 years. “Until the first week in June, we will see so many
Jen Wilkinson, April 16, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 16 The Fort Erie community is reflecting on a remarkable life well lived following the passing of Burdett “Burd” Sisler, a cherished resident, war veteran, and family patriarch who died peacefully on April 2 at the age of 110. Just weeks shy
By Jen Wilkinson April 2, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 15 Susan Jovanivic has stepped down from her role as a trustee with the District School Board of Niagara, representing Fort Erie and Port Colborne, citing ethical reasons for her resignation. Jovanivic made the announcement in a social media post, noting
