Bill Sawchuk

Frank Campion is applauding new federal bail and sentencing reforms, saying they address concerns he raised after a violent crime involving a three-year-old girl shook the community last year.

A Welland man has pleaded guilty to six offences, including aggravated sexual assault, after a brutal attack on a three-year-old girl in her bedroom last August. A St. Catharines court heard disturbing details of the case as prosecutors and defence lawyers outlined facts ahead of a sentencing hearing.

The Twelve Mile Creek shipyard produced as many as 250 barquentines, schooners and steamboats over a half-century.

Niagara Region has launched a consultant-led review of its services to identify efficiencies, cut costs and improve affordability, with council members warning the findings must lead to difficult decisions and meaningful action.

The comprehensive review of core services comes as officials grapple with mounting financial pressure.

New development charge legislation is making it harder for the Region to recover infrastructure costs

Port Colborne mayor clashes with Niagara Region over water services corporation as staff recommend ending regional participation in infrastructure review.

Regional council asked to consider deferring fees without penalty for proposed hospitality project.

Three years into construction, crews have completed major milestone elements ahead of the facility's planned 2028 opening.

Defendant entered a guilty plea in June for a horrific sexual assault on a Welland toddler.