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Media Advisory: Public Information Centre: Stewardship Initiatives at Niagara Parks

Niagara Falls, ON, November 16, 2018 – As stewards of the rich environmental and cultural heritage along the Niagara River corridor, Niagara Parks is pleased to host an upcoming Public Information Centre on Thursday, November 29, at Legends on the Niagara, to provide details and showcase several ...
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Posted on: 11/19/2018 9:17 AM - Category: In the News

Canada Post update: mail and parcel delivery delays continue across the country

Read more about alternative options for managing your City accounts during the postal service disruption, here . November 15, 2018 Rotating postal strikes across the country have included major processing hubs, significantly affecting Canada Post operations. Although the second rotating ...
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Posted on: 11/15/2018 8:46 AM - Category: In the News

Canada Post update: CUPW begins strike in Niagara Falls

Read more about alternative options for managing your City accounts during the postal service disruption, here . CUPW begins strikes in Niagara Falls, Stratford, Owen Sound and Windsor November 14, 2018 - While negotiations continue, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) beg...
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Posted on: 11/14/2018 8:45 AM - Category: In the News

Canada Post update: service delivery guarantees suspended

Read more about alternative options for managing your City accounts during the postal service disruption, here . CANADA POST UPDATE: Canada Post suspends its service delivery guarantees due to delays caused by the union’s escalating rotating strikes November 13, 2018 - Canada Post sus...
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Posted on: 11/13/2018 3:58 PM - Category: In the News

PSA: Construction Activity Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site – Site will remain open

Public Service Announcement Construction Activity Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site – Site will remain open November 12, 2018 - ?Construction activity will be taking place at the Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site in Thorold starting on Nov. 19 and continuing ...
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Posted on: 11/12/2018 9:03 AM - Category: In the News

2018 Niagara Falls Santa Claus Parade

The 2018 Niagara Falls Santa Claus Parade will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2018, in downtown Niagara Falls at 11 a.m. Following the parade, Santa and Mrs. Claus will meet with children at Centennial Square in front of City Hall for photographs, face painting and a chance to ask questions and ...
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Posted on: 11/5/2018 10:06 AM - Category: Media Releases

Niagara Falls to host all-Canadian musical line-up for New Year’s Eve celebration at Niagara Parks

New Year’s Eve celebration to take place in Niagara Parks’ Queen Victoria Park Featuring a diverse and talented musical line-up of Canadian artists, including rock icon Burton Cummings Two spectacular firework displays planned from the Niagara Gorge and Skylon Tower Niagara Falls, ON – The N...
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Posted on: 11/2/2018 1:27 PM - Category: Media Releases

Niagara Parks...Exceptional Ways to Experience Cascades of Fire: International Fireworks Competition

• Niagara Parks’ Table Rock, Toronto Power Park and Kingsbridge Park among the best viewing sites for upcoming fireworks competition • Niagara Parks’ Fireworks Dinner Series presents a three-course prix fixe meal throughout the six-night fireworks competition • Free shuttle services from Rapids...
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Posted on: 11/2/2018 8:52 AM - Category: In the News

Exceptionally Cold Temperatures - Warming Stations

Warming Stations The following public facilities are available as warming stations during regular operating hours (subject to change): MacBain Community Centre (7150 Montrose Road) Monday - Friday 5:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Saturdays 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sundays 7 a.m...
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Posted on: 11/1/2018 12:55 PM - Category: In the News

2018 Remembrance Day Services in Niagara Falls

Two Remembrance Day Services will be held in Niagara Falls once again this year. Sunday, November 4, 2018 Chippawa Willoughby Memorial Arena, 9000 Sodom Road Commencing at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 11, 2018 Gale Centre, 5152 Thorold Stone Road Commencing at 10:45 a.m. The services will...
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Posted on: 11/1/2018 11:08 AM - Category: In the News

Alert: Water Filtration Company

Recent concerns brought to our attention claim door to door salespeople are selling water filtration equipment or requesting an inspection of your water lines–indicating they are working in conjunction with the City of Niagara Falls or the Province of Ontario. They are also requesting personal in...
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Posted on: 10/31/2018 12:54 PM - Category: In the News

10 Must-See Attractions for $10, November 11 to 16

For Immediate Release October 29, 2018 NIAGARA FALLS, ON - During the week of Sleep Cheap (November 11 – November 16), Niagara Region residents once again have the opportunity to visit 10 of Niagara Falls' must-see tourist attractions for only $10 per person, or $30 per family (up to 6...
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Posted on: 10/29/2018 1:14 PM - Category: Media Releases

How to communicate with the City and manage your accounts during the Canada Post labour disruption

For Immediate Release October 26, 2018 NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Residents and property owners in the City of Niagara Falls will still be able to manage their accounts with the City despite the Canada Post labour disruption which commenced at 10 a.m. this morning in Niagara Falls. Although t...
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Posted on: 10/26/2018 4:06 PM - Category: Media Releases

City of Niagara Falls receives funding from CN EcoConnexions From the Ground Up program

For Immediate Release City of Niagara Falls receives funding from CN EcoConnexions From the Ground Up program Grant to support local planting project at Patrick Cummings Park NIAGARA FALLS, ON, October 23, 2018 - The City of Niagara Falls has received $11,545 from CN EcoConnexions ...
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Posted on: 10/23/2018 4:39 PM - Category: Media Releases

Fall Branch Collection Oct 29 - Nov 23, 2018

October 23, 2018 Fall branch collection starts on October 29 and continues until November 23. Curbside branch collection is available across the region to all residents living in single-family homes and apartments with six units or less. When setting out branches for collection, it is impor...
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Posted on: 10/23/2018 11:34 AM - Category: In the News

Free Ride to the Polls from Niagara Falls Transit

For Immediate Release October 19, 2018 NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Residents of Niagara Falls in need of transportation to and from their polling station on Election Day can ride for free on Niagara Falls Transit. Upon boarding, riders should simply advise the bus driver that they are travelli...
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Posted on: 10/19/2018 4:41 PM - Category: Media Releases

Actions and outcomes from working group meeting on suicide prevention and mental health

October 18, 2018 ?On Wednesday, Oct. 17, members of Niagara Region’s newly formed suicide prevention working group met to further explore preventative actions to respond to recent suicide-related deaths and the broader issue of suicide prevention in Niagara. This follow-up to last week’s dis...
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Posted on: 10/18/2018 8:53 AM - Category: In the News

Temporary TransCab service for Niagara Square/Heartland Forest Neighbourhood

For Immediate Release October 17, 2018 NIAGARA FALLS, ON - The City of Niagara Falls has established a new, temporary TransCab Service Zone in the south west end of the city. TransCabs will transport bus riders to the Niagara Square transfer hub where they can connect with both Niagara...
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Posted on: 10/17/2018 4:23 PM - Category: Media Releases

JOINT STATEMENT:Meeting on suicide prevention and mental health

October 11, 2018 ?Today, representatives from Niagara Region, Niagara Region Public Health, City of St. Catharines, Niagara Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) met to develop appropriate actions to respond to recent suicide-related deaths and the broad...
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Posted on: 10/11/2018 8:54 AM - Category: In the News

City of Niagara Falls 2018 Arts & Culture Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony

For Immediate Release October 10, 2018 NIAGARA FALLS, ON - The 2018 Arts Culture Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on Saturday, October 27 in the LaMarsh Room of the Niagara Falls Public Library, Victoria Avenue Branch at 4848 Victoria Avenue. The event begins at 11 a.m. a...
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Posted on: 10/10/2018 11:22 AM - Category: Media Releases

HARVEST HOOPLA: Niagara Falls Farmers’ Market sells pumpkins to support Niagara Nutrition Partners

For Immediate Release October 10, 2018 NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Celebrate the harvest, buy a pumpkin, and help feed local children. The Niagara Falls Farmers' Market Harvest Hoopla takes place Saturday, October 20, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 5943 Sylvia Place, behind the Niagara Falls History...
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Posted on: 10/10/2018 11:18 AM - Category: Media Releases