Kris Dube, Local Journalism Initiative reporter

Kris Dube is an experienced multimedia reporter with extensive experience in Niagara. He covers civic issues in Niagara-on-the-Lake under the Local Journalism Initiative, which is funded by the Government of Canada

Recent Work by Kris Dube,

New parking meters installed in NOTL are much improved

The meters that have been removed did not work well from the start, and parts to replace them became obsolete.

Jul 8, 2024 2:35 PM Read more >

Niagara Region changes policy regarding flying flags, changing sign colours

The decision has met with opposition from Palestinian community members.

Jun 29, 2024 1:20 PM Read more >

Council sends Glendale high-rise proposal back to drawing board

NOTL councillors voted to look at ways to make a proposal for buildings up to 25 storeys more acceptable in the neighbourhood.

Jun 27, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Luxury car event organizer asks for council support

The Aug. 9 event will feature McLarens, Porsches, and other vintage cars on Queen Street. Organizer Alana Hurov asked council and received support for a special occasion permit to hold an invitation only function at The Scotsman Hotel.

Jun 26, 2024 2:15 PM Read more >

Neighbours' concerns about massive hotel outweighed by staff, council support

Staff recommendations would lead to loss at tribunal appeal, councillors said, and they were given no evidence that approving the hotel was "the wrong decision."

Jun 26, 2024 2:00 PM Read more >

Councillors refuse short-term rental, will look at bylaw update

An updated short-term rental bylaw is expected to be presented to councillors, possibly by the end of the month.

Jun 24, 2024 1:45 PM Read more >

Floating dock project raises objections

Councillors had questions and concerns Tuesday night when staff presented an update on the potential installation of a floating dock at Riverbeach Park.

Jun 20, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Parking improvements coming to Garrison Village commercial strip

Niagara-on-the-Lake councillors have agreed to the town selling a piece of surplus land to a developer who says it will make parking easier and safer in the Garrison Village neighbourhood.

Jun 20, 2024 2:05 PM Read more >

Replacing speed signs should eliminate confusion

The speed limit of 50 km/hr will remain on East and West Line for a stretch as vehicles approach Four Mile Creek Road, but the rest of the road will be posted at 70 km/hr.

Jun 20, 2024 2:05 PM Read more >

Mavridis starts second term on Chamber board

Coun. Maria Mavridis has been appointed to serve on more year.

Jun 20, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >