In August of each year, Fort Erie is under siege as it re-enacts the War of 1812 on this bloodiest battlefield. The event commemorates the battle that occurred between August 4 and September 21, 1814, opposing British and American armies. As many British soldiers were, at the time, busy fighting Napoleon in Europe, Canadian militia and First Nations warriors offered their support on this side of the ocean. Even if you are… Read More

August 1, 2018 It feels great to play “tourist” in your own backyard, and even greater to do it on a weekday when the “real” tourists are at bay! The Grimsby Photo Group outing on Tuesday, July 31, provided such an opportunity under sunny skies and just enough wind to keep us cool. From Grimsby, Hamilton Harbour – previously called Burlington Bay – is easy to find and very inviting. Eight of… Read More