A COVID-19 outbreak has been declared in the Extended Care Unit of the Welland hospital.
Niagara Health says one staff member has tested positive for the virus.
They're now self-isolating and contact tracing is underway.
Officials say it's a community-acquired case and it was discovered during routine surveillance.
Thorold Considering Parking Restrictions
City council is dealing with problems on Pine and Towpath Streets, and Sullivan Avenue, some businesses consider moving
Niagara Maintains Credit Rating
This is the 4th consecutive year it has received a AA+ from S&P Global Ratings, in maintaining finances in government, corporations and institutions
Police Find Missing Teenager
They say Jada Balgobin was last seen in St. Catharines earlier this month
Welland Councillor Welcomed Back
Tony DiMarco has spent the last 2 years attending council online, not allowed in the chamber, after confrontations with the former Chief Administrative Officer
Smoke/Carbon Alarm Campaign Begins
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Construction Starts on PC Child Care
The city is changing the former Visitor Information Centre, with financial help from the federal and provincial governments, and region
Welland Building More Rental Homes
City council approved a plan to build on city owned lands, partnering with other groups Bethlehem Housing and Community Land Trust of Niagara
Police Looking for Robbery Suspect
They say he tried to rob 2 stores this morning, was refused both times