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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

Fort Erie Public Library is pleased to announce the appointment of Jen Kendall as Chief Executive Officer of the Fort Erie Public Library.
Derek Clendening, FEPL, November 7, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 5 Jen Kendall is no stranger to libraries and community involvement. As a child, she frequented libraries and enjoyed volunteering. In adulthood, she decided to pursue libraries professionally, first envisioning herself working in archives and special

A Spooktacular Legacy: The Halloween Tradition at 3045 Young Ave, Ridgeway
Jen Wilkinson, FEO, October 24, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 4 The Halloween tradition that began 36 years ago when Paul, the son of Roy Trider and Debra, turned 8, has grown into a cherished community event. Located at 3045 Young Ave in Ridgeway, their spookily decorated

Pipe Organ and Acoustic Guitar Fusion
By Tom Reber, October 24, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 4 Last November, over 120 people attended the Organ concert at St Pauls’ Church in Fort Erie to hear the historic pipe organ fill the sanctuary with music. The organ is a testament to over 120

NCC Celebrates 50 Years of Friendship and Memories at Class Reunion
Elizabeth Mason, FEO, October 24, 2024, VOL. 6 ISSUE 4 Approximately 45 people were in attendance at Niagara Christian Collegiate’s 50th class reunion on September 28th. The class of 1974 was celebrated by classmates from all areas of Ontario in addition to some alumni who