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Fort Erie Residents Voice Healthcare Concern
Keasha Maile, FEO, December 5, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 7 On November 30th, community members gathered for a Fort Erie Healthcare SOS public discussion. The event emphasized giving the community a platform to voice concerns about healthcare access and services, especially regarding Douglas Memorial Hospital.
The Manic Maker Celebrates Its First Anniversary and Signs of a Jarvis Street Rebirth
Christine Whelan, FEO, December 5, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 7 The family of the Manic Maker, Bridgeburg’s Cozy Corner Cafe, have experienced rapid movement in their personal lives and business growth. They have also been looking out their windows and see Jarvis Street growth. Dana
FORT ERIE – “OUR TOWN”: Five Years of Community Support and Positivity
Christine Whelan, FEO, December 5, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 7 Just weeks before the world began to change forever, two Fort Erie residents silently set up a Facebook group, not knowing the impact it would have on their community for years to come. Fort Erie
Resident move-in date set for new Gilmore Lodge
FEO, December 5, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 7 The new Gilmore Lodge redevelopment project is progressing well, with plans to welcome residents from the existing Gilmore Lodge and Upper Canada Lodge into their new home on Dec. 18, 2024. Gilmore Lodge is a newly built
Cows Come Home: Post-Production Update
Christine Whelan, FEO, November 21, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 6 With filming in Fort Erie now wrapped up, the co-creators of new TV series, Cows Come Home, Lindsey Middleton and Katie Uhlmann, continue with several months of post-production. Uhlmann, who is also the director, says
Families encouraged to open their hearts and homes this holiday season
November 21, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 6 FACS Niagara invites potential foster parents to an information session in December As the holiday season approaches, many individuals and families look for ways to give back to their community. This year, Family and Children’s Services (FACS) Niagara
Powering Up Niagara: New Asahi Kasei Battery Plant Sparks Jobs
Keasha Maile, FEO, November 21, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 6 Asahi Kasei’s new $1.7 billion lithium-ion battery separator manufacturing facility in Port Colborne, the first of its kind in Canada, broke ground on November 14, signalling a new era for Niagara’s economy. Local and provincial
Team Frosty Has Been Working Up Another Year – Bigger, Better, and With a Little Moo
Christine Whelan, FEO, November 7, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 5 On Saturday, December 7, Frosty the Christmas Horse, Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves return to the parking lot of The Plaice in Fort Erie for another festive and memorable day. Gary Hass, a resident of
Niagara Parks Hosts Successful Community Tree Planting Day
Keasha Maile, FEO, November 7, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 5 On October 26, Niagara Parks successfully held its annual Community Tree Planting Day at Old Fort Erie, drawing in community members of all ages eager to contribute to a greener future. This event provided a
Lights, Camera, ACTION!
Keasha Maile, FEO, November 7, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 5 Crystal Beach recently saw a transformation on Derby Road, with the area dressed as a set for the acclaimed TV series The Handmaid’s Tale. For nearly three weeks, film crews worked to recreate a unique