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Cruise ships set sights on Port Colborne

Those who enjoy cruising, day-trips, and onshore excursions can add Port Colborne to the list of Great Lake cities to explore. With the city scheduled to become one of many ports of call for several Great Lakes cruise lines, Port Colborne is set to see an influx of both tourism and economic benefits, thereby solidifying its place on the map.

“We are excited to welcome guests to Port Colborne and showcase all our city has to offer,” said Port Colborne Mayor Bill Steele. “We are working with experts...

More COVID-19 vaccination appointments available as shortened second dose eligibility expands

WHO

As of today, those who received their first dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine on or before May 9, 2021 are eligible to book or rebook their second dose appointment at a shortened interval. A full list of those who are able to book an earlier second dose can be found on the provincial website. Those 12 and older who have not received their first dose are particularly encouraged to book an appointment as soon as possible.

WHAT

New COVID-19 vaccination appointments are now available for...

Youth & the COVID-19 Vaccine Virtual Q&A

Niagara Region Public Health is hosting two virtual Q&As with Dr. Hirji as an opportunity for parents and guardians to ask any questions they have around COVID-19 vaccines. Feel free to share these online events with your communities and networks as we work to ensuring all parents and guardians have the information they need to help their child make an informed and educated choice about getting vaccinated.

Please note that while we will be hosting two sessions, they will cover the same information,...

Durham Street closure June 22 and 24

Durham Street will be closed between Davis Street and Reuter Road, on June 22 and 24 to allow Don Anderson Haulage (DAH) to move two Hydro One Transformers. The loading and moving of these transformers will take place during the following times:

• Tuesday, June 22 from 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Thursday, June 24 from 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The road closure will be supervised by Niagara Regional Police and DAH’s crew members. Road closure signage will be displayed at the corner of Lorraine Road and Lakeshore...

Accelerated Second Dose Eligibility Continues Ahead of Schedule

With a majority of Ontario adults having received a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and over three million doses of the Moderna vaccine arriving in June, the province is continuing to accelerate its vaccine rollout by expanding eligibility for second doses ahead of schedule.

“Thanks to the efforts of Team Ontario we are making tremendous progress in our vaccine rollout, protecting communities at greatest risk of COVID-19 and variants,” said Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health....