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CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION AWARDS 2023

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Do you know a dedicated community volunteer? The City of Niagara Falls is accepting nominations for the annual Volunteer Recognition Awards until Friday, October 6, 2023, at 4 p.m. via https://niagarafalls.ca/awards . The Niagara Falls Volunteer Recognition program...
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Posted on: 8/22/2023 9:45 AM - Category: Media Releases

CITY TO HOST DOGS-ONLY SWIM AT BUCK HINSPERGER POOL ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 27

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - As outdoor pool season draws to a close, the City of Niagara Falls is excited to announce a dogs-only public swim event at Buck Hinsperger Pool, planned for the day after the pool closes to the public. On Sunday, August 27, Buck Hinsperger Pool at Chippawa Lions Park will...
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Posted on: 8/21/2023 9:46 AM - Category: Media Releases

NIAGARA FALLS HISTORY MUSEUM RECEIVES UNPRECEDENTED DONATION FROM TAG ART GALLERY

Niagara Falls Museums will receive 114 pieces of original artwork, prints, and drawings NIAGARA FALLS, ON - The City of Niagara Falls and TAG Art Gallery announced today that TAG Art Gallery has made a sizable donation of historically significant artwork to the Niagara Falls History Museum. ...
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Posted on: 8/17/2023 11:34 AM - Category: Media Releases

Niagara Falls Announces New Program to Educate, Protect Residents from Service Line Repairs

August 15, 2023 – Homeowners in Niagara Falls now have access to optional service plans to assist with the cost and management of common plumbing repairs thanks to a new, voluntary program for residents, reviewed by local leaders. The service plans provide protection for the water and sewer...
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Posted on: 8/17/2023 9:04 AM - Category: Media Releases

Scheduled Maintenance of City of Niagara Falls Networks: August 2

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - On Wednesday, August 2, 2023, from 7:00 pm to 1:00 am, all network services, including VPN services, will be down for network maintenance and upgrades. To lessen the impact on our customers, the upgrades and maintenance have been scheduled outside of normal business hours....
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Posted on: 8/2/2023 11:40 AM - Category: In the News

MacBain Community Centre set to host biannual Sport & Recreation Fair on Saturday, September 16

Now accepting applications from local organizations until August 18th NIAGARA FALLS, ON - The City of Niagara Falls is hosting a Sport Recreation Fair at the MacBain Community Centre gymnasium (7150 Montrose Rd.) on Saturday, September 16, from 1 pm to 4 pm. Local organizations will have...
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Posted on: 7/20/2023 9:45 AM - Category: Media Releases

Pair of Niagara Falls street sweepers have new names after residents cast their votes

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - After receiving hundreds of name suggestions, Niagara Falls residents have officially decided the names of the City’s two street sweepers in an online vote. Earlier today, the City announced that ‘Honeymoon Sweep’ and ‘Obi-Wan Cleanobi’ received the majority of the votes,...
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Posted on: 7/12/2023 10:11 AM - Category: Media Releases

Children's Memorial Walkway set to open Sunday, July 16, at Firemen's Park in Niagara Falls

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - After breaking ground in 2022, the grand opening of the Children’s Memorial Walkway is set for Sunday, July 16, at 12 pm at Firemen’s Park in Niagara Falls. Located in the southeast area of Firemen’s Park, the Children’s Memorial Walkway and garden was designed as a...
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Posted on: 7/11/2023 3:30 PM - Category: Media Releases

Niagara Falls History Museum Announces Historical Walking Tour Dates for July & August

‘Niagara Falls History Walks’ is a 90-minute walking tour that visits two of Niagara Falls' most iconic historical points of interest -- Drummond Hill Cemetery the Battle Ground Hotel Museum NIAGARA FALLS, ON - During the months of July and August, the Niagara Falls History Museum will be...
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Posted on: 7/11/2023 11:00 AM - Category: Media Releases

City of Niagara Falls Launches New Open Data Hub

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Open Government is the concept and practice of promoting government transparency and accountability through public access to government records and information. Open Data is electronic information in a computer-readable format, provided publicly for free and with no...
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Posted on: 6/26/2023 2:29 PM - Category: Media Releases

NF History Museum exhibits art installations in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Beginning Wednesday, June 21, Museum-goers will notice two new art installations located in the lobby and courtyard of the Niagara Falls History Museum. Indigenous artists Tracey-Mae Chambers and Nadya Kwandibens have created pieces that will be unveiled on National...
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Posted on: 6/19/2023 11:55 AM - Category: Media Releases

Notice of Public Meeting: Building Permit Fee Review

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - A review has been conducted of the building permit fees for the City of Niagara Falls. The 2023 Building Permit Fees Review Report will be presented at the council meeting on July 11, 2023. At the following council meeting on August 15, 2023, Council will consider amendments...
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Posted on: 6/16/2023 9:20 AM - Category: Media Releases

City of Niagara Falls raising awareness on illegal Vacation Rental Units

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Currently, there are over 1,000 Vacation Rental Units (VRUs) operating illegally in the City of Niagara Falls. These illegal VRUs are listed on platforms such as AirBnb, VRBO, Kijiji, etc. VRUs are currently permitted in Niagara Falls, as per By-Law 2018-92 , 2021-99...
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Posted on: 6/9/2023 2:30 PM - Category: Media Releases

City of Niagara Falls announces details for ‘Canada Day Celebration’ event at Firemen's Park

Free admission event to feature live music entertainment, kid’s zone, all-ages activities, food drinks, and more! NIAGARA FALLS, ON - The City of Niagara Falls is inviting residents to Firemen’s Park on Saturday, July 1, from 11 am to 4 pm to celebrate Canada Day. Visit ...
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Posted on: 6/7/2023 3:31 PM - Category: Media Releases

City of Niagara Falls accepting nominations for 2023 Summer Trillium Awards

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Beginning Thursday, June 1, the City of Niagara Falls, in partnership with the Environmental Action Committee, is accepting nominations for the 2023 Summer Trillium Awards, presented by Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc. The Trillium Awards program promotes and encourages...
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Posted on: 6/1/2023 9:37 AM - Category: Media Releases