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World Suicide Prevention Day

Worldwide, on Sept. 10, World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is recognized to promote understanding about suicide and to support people who have been impacted by suicide. The theme for 2021 is ‘Creating Hope through Action.’ To raise awareness about suicide prevention, the Niagara Suicide Prevention Coalition is highlighting the following initiative:

• Join the Niagara Suicide Prevention Coalition to continue the conversation about suicide prevention in Niagara on Sept. 15 from noon to 1 p.m. for...

H.H. Knoll Nominated for Best Park/Playground in Niagara

With a beautiful scenic backdrop of a marina, a Discovery Spray Pad, accessible playground equipment, and recently updated walking trails, it's no wonder H.H. Knoll Lakeview Park was nominated as one of Niagara's best parks/playgrounds. 

NewsTalk 610 CKTB wants you to nominate your favourite Park/Playground in Niagara, in their Best of Niagara Awards, happening until September 10. 

VOTE BELOW FOR THE BEST PARK/PLAYGROUND!

HERE ARE THE NOMINEES:

- Chippawa Park, (Welland)
- Fireman’s...

Rainbow crosswalk showcases commitment to inclusivity and diversity

As of today, a splash of colour can be seen in downtown Port Colborne with the installation of a rainbow crosswalk.

To celebrate and support inclusivity of the LGBTQ2+ community, the City of Port Colborne in partnership with the Downtown BIA, installed a rainbow crosswalk at the corner of West Street and Clarence Street. In June 2021, the Downtown BIA brought a report to Council, suggesting the need to be the next “Safe Space” landmarked in Niagara by a rainbow crosswalk. With Council’s approval,...

Hydrant maintenance activities happening tomorrow, Sept. 2

Tomorrow, Sept. 2, 2021, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., the City’s Public Works department in conjunction with Niagara Region, will be completing hydrant maintenance activities. This includes flow testing and flushing to ensure adequate water flow for firefighting activities, fire sprinkler systems, residents, and businesses. The following hydrant maintenance activities will take place at the following locations:

• Elizabeth Street at Killaly Street
• King Street, between Elgin Street and Delhi Street

UPDATE: West Street extension bridge replacement to begin September 7

Please be advised, the West Street extension bridge replacement is set to begin Sept. 7, and not Sept. 1 as previously communicated.

Starting Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021, Rankin Construction Inc. is scheduled to begin construction on the West Street extension bridge on behalf of the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation. The anticipated completion date is Dec.3, 2021. During this time West Street will be closed between Clarence Street and Park Street. Detour and road closure signs will be posted.

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