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Remembering Burd Sisler Through Film
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
Future of Local Healthcare Takes Centre Stage at Public Forum April 18
April 16, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 16 Fort Erie residents will have an opportunity later this month to learn more about the future of Douglas Memorial Hospital, and to have their voices heard, during an upcoming public forum hosted by Fort Erie Healthcare SOS. The
Fort Erie Celebrates the Day That Puts the Health of the Planet in the Spotlight
Christine Whelan, April 16, 2026, Volume 7, Issue 16 EARTH DAY — dedicated to promoting sustainability, environmental awareness, and action to protect the planet — is the world’s largest environmental movement, celebrated every April 22. The original Earth Day, in 1970, was a U.S.-led initiative,
Marcie Jacklin Talks About Fort Erie’s World of Birds
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,
Fort Erie Honours Life and Legacy of Beloved Veteran Burd Sisler
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
Niagara Regional Councillor Haley Bateman proposes Governance Accountability and a “New Deal for Niagara.”
April 13, 2026 Niagara Regional Councillor Haley Bateman is raising concerns regarding recent governance decisions and growing financial pressures facing the Region, calling for greater accountability, transparency, and a renewed fiscal relationship with senior levels of government. Bateman’s comments follow recent communications issued in relation
Niagara Transit launches new Fort Erie community bus, expands Niagara Falls transit access
April 13, 2026 Niagara Transit is introducing a new community bus route in Fort Erie, expanding Niagara Transit Plus coverage in Niagara Falls and implementing customer service changes effective May 3. These updates initiate some of the first changes recommended under Niagara Transit’s 10-Year Investment
Everyday is Earth Day – Town of Fort Erie Annual Tree Giveaway!
Head to the Fort Erie Leisureplex parking lot (3 Municipal Centre Dr) on Saturday, April 18th to pick up your free tree. The giveaway starts at 8:00 a.m. and runs until 12:00 p.m. Tree species: -White Spruce -Red Bud -Sugar Maple -Tulip Approximately 800 trees
Statement from Mayor Redekop Regarding Changes to Niagara Regional Government
April 7, 2026 On Thursday, April 2, 2026, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing announced that legislation would be tabled in the Legislature to change regional government in Ontario. The legislation will focus on the Niagara Region and Simcoe County, although the chair of
DSBN Trustee Susan Jovanivic Steps Down, Citing Ethical Reasons
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
