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POLL: Most say Trudeau should go, and want early election

POLL: Most say Trudeau should go, and want early election

After a turbulent week in Ottawa, very large majorities of readers say that Canada needs a federal election before October of 2025, the latest date it could legally be held, and also that it's time for Justin Trudeau to announce plans to end his term as leader of the federal Liberals
‘Down with Santa!’: The story of Richard Dildy, the Toronto man arrested for protesting Santa Claus

‘Down with Santa!’: The story of Richard Dildy, the Toronto man arrested for protesting Santa Claus

Vietnam veteran Richard Dildy was arrested for shouting “There is no Santa Claus!” during Toronto’s 1980 Santa Claus Parade. He was on a crusade against lying to children.
ICYMI: Council worried downtown McDonald's has exacerbated road safety issues

ICYMI: Council worried downtown McDonald's has exacerbated road safety issues

A traffic study on the intersection of Pine St. and Sullivan Ave. is being considered, but some councillors urge immediate action; 'I don’t want to see anybody getting hurt'
BEYOND LOCAL: Man found guilty, again, of attempted murder in 2018 incident

BEYOND LOCAL: Man found guilty, again, of attempted murder in 2018 incident

Conviction follows second trial ordered by Ontario Court of Appeal
Welland man wanted by police on child porn charges

Welland man wanted by police on child porn charges

Niagara police seized 'numerous devices capable of storing electronic data'
Good morning, Thorold! Here's today's weather!

Good morning, Thorold! Here's today's weather!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
CLOSER LOOK: How bad is Ontario’s doctor shortage? There’s a map for that

CLOSER LOOK: How bad is Ontario’s doctor shortage? There’s a map for that

In this new feature, Village Media journalists break down the details of an important story making headlines around the province. On tonight's episode: 'We have a crisis everywhere'
Eyes on the sky: Drones are in the news

Eyes on the sky: Drones are in the news

Drones are suddenly major news in the U.S., and discussions are also occurring locally.
Shaw Festival CEO Tim Jennings has the keys in his hand

Shaw Festival CEO Tim Jennings has the keys in his hand

The festival is taking over the lease of Upper Canada Lodge, and will use it as an artists' village and education centre.
Balmy day expected for NOTL's 49th dip

Balmy day expected for NOTL's 49th dip

Boxing Day promises to be sunny, with only a few clouds at the start of the day. The forecast predicts a temperature of three degrees. This is important because the Niagara-on-the-Lake Penguin Dippers are returning to Balls Beach on Dec.