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Public invited to learn more about new wastewater treatment plant planned in South Niagara Falls

On Tuesday, May 28, the public is invited to attend the first Public Information Centre for an important Schedule 'C' Class Environmental Assessment. The Environmental Assessment is for a new wastewater treatment plant and upgrades to the sanitary system in the South Niagara Falls area to meet grow...
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Posted on: 5/27/2019 8:45 AM - Category: In the News

Business licensing transitions from Niagara Regional Police to Niagara Region

New business licensing office opening in Niagara Falls Beginning June 1, 2019, all business licensing functions will be transferred from the Niagara Regional Police Service to Niagara Region. The collection of licence applications and fees, the issuance or denial of licences, and enforcement of ...
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Posted on: 5/23/2019 2:26 PM - Category: In the News

City of Niagara Falls Offers Discount on Technology to Help Reduce Wasted Water and Utility Costs

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - The City of Niagara Falls now offers a new discount program to help promote water conservation among homeowners and property managers. The City and Alert Labs are partnering to make it easier for City of Niagara Falls property owners to purchase the Flowie water flow sensor, a...
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Posted on: 5/21/2019 3:19 PM - Category: Media Releases

Make your trip to the beach a healthy one

With the arrival of the warm weather comes a trip to the beach. Niagara Region Public Health encourages residents and visitors to have a healthy experience at the beach this summer. Niagara Region Public Health tests beach water quality, effective now through to the end of summer, to make sure t...
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Posted on: 5/21/2019 2:39 PM - Category: In the News

Confirmed case of measles in Niagara

Niagara Region Public Health and Emergency Services is investigating a laboratory confirmed case of measles in an adult who acquired their infection while travelling outside Canada. Any person who visited the following public locations are being asked to watch for signs and symptoms and to ensure ...
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Posted on: 5/8/2019 4:31 PM - Category: In the News

13th Annual Ride of Silence Honours the Injured and the Fallen

The 13th Annual Ride of Silence will take place Wednesday, May 15, beginning and ending at Firemen's Park. The ride starts at 7 p.m. This year, the Park in the City Committee has enlisted the help of Amici Per La Vita Niagara Cycling Club to organize the event. Inception Cyclery, a St. Catharines...
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Posted on: 5/8/2019 6:00 AM - Category: Media Releases

Immunization coverage in Niagara meets or surpasses provincial averages

Today, Public Health Ontario (PHO) released the Immunization Coverage Report for School Pupils in Ontario: 2017-18 School Year . The report presents immunization coverage for students across the province, allowing all Ontarians to monitor trends in vaccine uptake over time. Students were assesse...
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Posted on: 5/7/2019 3:04 PM - Category: In the News

HAPPIER HOLIDAYS AND LONGER SUNDAYS IN NIAGARA FALLS

The City of Niagara Falls wants to make Sundays a little longer and holidays a little happier for Niagara Falls Transit Services riders. Beginning May 12, 2019 transit buses on all City routes will run up until 9 p.m. on Sundays and holidays. Previously, the bus service ended by 7 p.m. “Our riders...
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Posted on: 5/7/2019 12:19 PM - Category: Media Releases

Help clean up our city on May 11: Community Clean Sweep Day

The Park in the City Committee hosts a great opportunity for residents of Niagara Falls to show their civic pride on Saturday, May 11. The 2019 Spring Community Clean Sweep event begins at 9 a.m. in the Mick Angelo’s Kitchen + Bar parking lot and ends at noon with lunch served at the restaurant. D...
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Posted on: 5/6/2019 12:18 PM - Category: Media Releases

The Deadline to Apply for Summer Company is Fast Approaching!

Are you a student? Do you have a business idea? Be Your Own Boss This Summer and Start A Business With Summer Company! You could be eligible for up to $3,000 from Summer Company! Students aged 15-29, and returning to school in the fall can apply for the grant the first $1,500 covers start-up cos...
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Posted on: 5/3/2019 12:21 PM - Category: In the News

16th Niagara Children's Water Festival

The Niagara Children’s Water Festival will be hosting a VIP Sponsor Recognition and Festival Kick-off event. The event will include remarks from festival partners and speakers will present the winning grade 3/4 class from Assumption Catholic School in St. Catharines their certificate for the Name t...
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Posted on: 5/2/2019 3:22 PM - Category: In the News

City of Niagara Falls appoints City Clerk and four directors

The City of Niagara Falls is pleased to announce the following promotions and new appointments to senior staff positions. Bill Matson has been promoted to the position of City Clerk. Mr. Matson joined the City of Niagara Falls in 1997, and has held various positions within the Clerk’s Department. ...
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Posted on: 5/1/2019 4:16 PM - Category: Media Releases

Recycling Matters Video Series

Even with Niagara’s great Blue/Grey Box participation rates and low levels of contamination, there is always room for improvement. There are some common items that are incorrectly placed in the Blue and/or Grey Box that increase contamination affecting the revenue from the sale of recyclable materi...
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Posted on: 5/1/2019 4:11 PM - Category: In the News

Compost giveaway to support local charities May 6 – May 11, 2019

May 6 to May 11 (while quantities last), residents of Niagara region can collect 1 to 3 bags of compost per vehicle per day during regular business hours. Each bag of compost is 20 litres in size. In exchange for the compost, residents must donate non-perishable food items or cash in support of Fo...
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Posted on: 4/29/2019 11:25 AM - Category: In the News

Niagara Region’s new Water Wagon has arrived

Niagara Region’s new Water Wagon may be coming to a festival or event near you! The redesigned Wagon has a new look, improved engineering and an increased capacity from the previous model, providing eventgoers access to clean, refreshing tap water at local events; just bring a reusable bo?ttle and ...
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Posted on: 4/25/2019 8:46 AM - Category: In the News