St. Catharines news on Saturday, October 24, 2026
In St. Catharines on Saturday, October 24, 2026: Sunny Saturday in St. Catharines; municipal election Monday. Also: Niagara highway closures planned for today, Oct. 24, for roadwork. Check routes before travelling; New food recalls issued for products sold at major Canadian stores including local retailers. Weather: Sunny and mild today, 9–17°C with winds up to 16 km/h.
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Headlines
- St. Catharines holds municipal election Monday, Oct. 26. Mayor pushing to shift GM cleanup costs onto taxpayers.The Pointer ·
News & local government
- SIU found Niagara officers acted lawfully in shooting incident from last year.St. Catharines Standard ·
Safety & emergencies
- Crime Stoppers tip line hacked. Privacy commissioner investigating data breach affecting Niagara residents.St. Catharines Standard ·
Traffic & transport
- Niagara highway closures planned for today, Oct. 24, for roadwork. Check routes before travelling.St. Catharines Standard ·
Events & going out
- Niagara Falls homeowners compete for Spooky Awards glory this Halloween weekend, Oct. 24–26.St. Catharines Standard ·
Business & new openings
Health & care
- New food recalls issued for products sold at major Canadian stores including local retailers.St. Catharines Standard ·
Sports
- St. Catharines Saints gain league experience; St. Catharines Falcons beat Chatham Maroons.Elite Prospects ·
Culture & arts
- Royal Botanical Gardens' Great Pumpkin Trail open this fall. Perfect time to visit this weekend.St. Catharines Standard ·
Community & volunteering
- St. Catharines couple advocating for 'swim to survive' water safety education following grandchildren's deaths.St. Catharines Standard ·
Notices, lost & found
- Hospitalized Niagara residents can still vote Monday via special ballot. Contact your hospital.St. Catharines Standard ·
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