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Jen Wilkinson July 21, 2026 Despite smoke-filled skies, community members gathered in Ridgeway to honour Canada’s veterans at the dedication of a new Veterans Crosswalk on Ridge Rd. N., by the town square. The event also marked the 100th anniversary of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 230. The ceremony brought together
July 17, 2026 Due to the current Heat Advisory, residents are reminded that open-air burning is prohibited under the Town of Fort Erie Burning By-law. This includes the burning of: brush/yard waste, leaves, wood and other materials. These restrictions are in place to help protect our community, property, and the
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FORT ERIE, ON (July 16, 2026) Poor Air Quality Public Notice Due to poor air quality caused by wildfire smoke, the Town of Fort Erie has temporarily closed or cancelled the following programs and facilities for today (Thursday, July 16) until further notice: • Bay Beach is
July 16, 2026 With the current poor air quality affecting Fort Erie, it’s important to remember that our pets can be impacted too. Smoke and fine particles can irritate their eyes, nose, throat, and lungs, just as they do for people. Here are some ways to help keep your pets
July 15, 2026 Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued an orange-level air quality warning for Niagara Region as smoke from wildfires in northwestern Ontario moves into the area. Poor air quality may persist into Friday. With a heat alert also in effect for the region, health risks may increase. Niagara Region Public Health recommends the following during the orange-level air quality
Residents urged to stay indoors as poor air quality expected to continue through Friday July 15, 2026 FORT ERIE – Wildfire smoke drifting south from active forest fires in northwestern Ontario has prompted an air quality warning for Fort Erie and much of southern Ontario, with Environment Canada advising residents
NRPS Media Release July 13, 2026 The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) is asking community members to help shape the future of community safety by participating in a new Community Safety Survey aimed at identifying community priorities and opportunities to strengthen policing and public safety across Niagara. The survey is
By Fort Erie Observer Staff(Information provided by REACH Niagara) July 13, 2026 Vulnerable residents across Niagara, including those in Fort Erie, are expected to have greater access to primary healthcare thanks to a $1.08 million investment in REACH Niagara. The funding, provided through Ontario’s Primary Care Action Plan in partnership
July 13, 2026 Niagara Falls, ON – Niagara Parks will welcome visitors from across Southern Ontario and beyond to Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™ on July 18 and 19, transforming the Queen Victoria Park event field into a vibrant fan festival at the brink of Niagara Falls during one
JULY 8, 2026 On Friday, July 24, Niagara area golfers will have the opportunity to participate as a team in a local qualifier of the PGA Scramble. The qualifier will be hosted at Niagara National in Stevensville. Now in its 11th year, the PGA Scramble presented by BMW, is the largest grassroots amateur golf
Jen Wilkinson July 21, 2026 Despite smoke-filled skies, community members gathered in Ridgeway to honour Canada’s veterans at the dedication of a new Veterans Crosswalk on Ridge Rd. N., by the town square. The event also marked the 100th anniversary of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 230. The ceremony brought together
July 17, 2026 Due to the current Heat Advisory, residents are reminded that open-air burning is prohibited under the Town of Fort Erie Burning By-law. This includes the burning of: brush/yard waste, leaves, wood and other materials. These restrictions are in place to help protect our community, property, and the
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FORT ERIE, ON (July 16, 2026) Poor Air Quality Public Notice Due to poor air quality caused by wildfire smoke, the Town of Fort Erie has temporarily closed or cancelled the following programs and facilities for today (Thursday, July 16) until further notice: • Bay Beach is
July 16, 2026 With the current poor air quality affecting Fort Erie, it’s important to remember that our pets can be impacted too. Smoke and fine particles can irritate their eyes, nose, throat, and lungs, just as they do for people. Here are some ways to help keep your pets
July 15, 2026 Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued an orange-level air quality warning for Niagara Region as smoke from wildfires in northwestern Ontario moves into the area. Poor air quality may persist into Friday. With a heat alert also in effect for the region, health risks may increase. Niagara Region Public Health recommends the following during the orange-level air quality
Residents urged to stay indoors as poor air quality expected to continue through Friday July 15, 2026 FORT ERIE – Wildfire smoke drifting south from active forest fires in northwestern Ontario has prompted an air quality warning for Fort Erie and much of southern Ontario, with Environment Canada advising residents
NRPS Media Release July 13, 2026 The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) is asking community members to help shape the future of community safety by participating in a new Community Safety Survey aimed at identifying community priorities and opportunities to strengthen policing and public safety across Niagara. The survey is
By Fort Erie Observer Staff(Information provided by REACH Niagara) July 13, 2026 Vulnerable residents across Niagara, including those in Fort Erie, are expected to have greater access to primary healthcare thanks to a $1.08 million investment in REACH Niagara. The funding, provided through Ontario’s Primary Care Action Plan in partnership
July 13, 2026 Niagara Falls, ON – Niagara Parks will welcome visitors from across Southern Ontario and beyond to Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™ on July 18 and 19, transforming the Queen Victoria Park event field into a vibrant fan festival at the brink of Niagara Falls during one
JULY 8, 2026 On Friday, July 24, Niagara area golfers will have the opportunity to participate as a team in a local qualifier of the PGA Scramble. The qualifier will be hosted at Niagara National in Stevensville. Now in its 11th year, the PGA Scramble presented by BMW, is the largest grassroots amateur golf
