Harmony Jewellers owner Kevin Luttjehuizen in front of one of the concrete barriers/flower planters that have been installed in front of the store to deter robbers Added security measures are in place at the downtown retailer after latest smash-and-grab robbery An armed security guard greeting customers is one of several changes at Harmony Jewellers in downtown Grimsby The landmark business opened its doors Monday morning nearly two weeks after a black Dodge Ram pickup truck crashed in reverse through the window of Main Street West in an attempted smash-and-grab robbery but the store was closed for repairs and damage assessment The owner of Harmony Jewellers in Grimsby says his store will reopen after Thursday’s attempted “It feels really good to open back up,” said store owner Kevin Luttjehuizen as a steady stream of customers filed into the store less than an hour after it reopened “We’ve got new security measures in place; we now have armed guards in the store we have concrete barriers (that double as planters) in front of the building.” Luttjehuizen said the Town of Grimsby installed the barriers early last week “The town has been extremely supportive,” he said “It’s unfortunate we needed to add concrete barriers and armed guards but this is really to make our staff and customers feel safe.” Luttjehuizen said the front window will be replaced in a couple of months and the “Community Can’t Be Stolen” sign remains in place “We’ve got clearance that there’s no structural damage to the building,” Luttjehuizen said “It’s now a matter of putting the building permit in.” Luttjehuizen noted officials from Jewellers Vigilance Canada — a national organization that supports the jewelry industry compliance and crime prevention — were at the store Monday The store was hit by smash-and-grab robbers on Jan 18 and targeted a second time unsuccessfully on Feb Luttjehuizen said Harmony Jewellers has been in downtown Grimsby since 1975 and at its current location since 1977 Grimsby realtor Jen Robertson was one of the first patrons in the store on Monday “It doesn’t bother me that he has two security guards it actually makes me feel better and you can’t keep a community down This is a staple (business) and this is where we’re going to go.” Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) has significantly increased police presence in Grimsby following the armed robbery at Harmony House Jewellers.  Officers are actively conducting enhanced and highly visible patrols to deter further crime We are working closely with the Town of Grimsby and community partners to support residents and businesses during this time we remain committed to protecting our community and ensuring Grimsby continues to be a safe place to live Detectives are aware of the videos and images circulating online Anyone who witnessed the incident or has video or photographs is strongly encouraged to contact the lead detective at 905-688-4111 Public cooperation is essential as we work together to identify those responsible and prevent further violence The safety and security of our community remain our top priority Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS(8477) Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information that leads to an arrest Click Here For Crime Stoppers Online Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses Suspects Sought After Robbery At Harmony House Jewellers – Grimsby at 11:25am the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Communications Unit received a 9-1-1 call regarding a robbery that just occurred at Harmony House Jewellers located on Main Street West in the Town of Grimsby.  Uniform patrol officers assigned to 8 District (Grimsby / Lincoln / West Lincoln) were immediately dispatched and responded to the scene a firearm was pointed at an individual attempting to stop the escape.  The firearm is described as a black handgun with a narrow silver barrel Harmony House Jewellers was open at the time of the incident and occupied by several employees.  Fortunately none of the employees received any physical injuries as a result of this robbery Detectives assigned to the 8 District Criminal Investigative Branch (CIB) attended the scene and assumed carriage of the investigation.  They are being supported by detectives assigned to the Forensic Services Unit (FSU).  Investigation has since determined the Dodge Ram pickup truck was stolen in London 2025.  The CRV used to flee the scene was located by the Hamilton Police Service on Baseline Road near the North Service Road in the City of Hamilton a short time after the robbery.  The vehicle was unoccupied.  A witness has since come forward to report the suspects were observed exiting the CRV and entering an awaiting pickup truck All 5 suspects are described as adult men in their 20’s and of average height.  The ethnicity of one of the suspects is believed to be white.  The ethnicity of the other four suspects is unknown at this time.  All suspects wore dark colored clothing and concealed their identity with blue surgical style face masks.  The items stolen and value of the items remains part of the ongoing investigation Detectives are aware of the videos and images that are circulating online.  Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or taken videos/pictures are strongly encouraged to contact the lead detective by dialing 905-688-4111 extension #1009383 or by email at 9383@niagarapolice.ca.  Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to persons who contact the program with information that leads to an arrest Serving and Protecting the Regional Municipality of Niagara Designed by eSolutions Headquarters 5700 Valley Way Niagara Falls, ON L2E 1X8, T: (905) 688-4111 Top Niagara Police are investigating yet another violent home invasion in Grimsby at the same home which was targeted last month Police were called at 4 o'clock Tuesday morning to the area of Winston Road and Kelson Avenue North which is a residential area on the border of Stoney Creek who had been hired as a security guard by the homeowners The homeowner says the security guard was held at gunpoint as they suspects stole valuables and electronics The black SUV fled the scene and may have entered the QEW at Fifty Road The homeowner says she had to hire a security guard because they were waiting to get their front door fixed from another violent home invasion on March 13th In that incident the suspects attempted to steal cars in the driveway Israeli ministers approve plan to expand operations, seize Gaza Strip Trump threatens 100% tariffs on imported movies, film industry in shock 15th annual Red Dress Day remembering First Nations women, girls Canadian vets honoured during 80th anniversary of Netherlands Liberation Day ceremony in Hamilton Red Dress Day ceremony on Hamilton Mountain raises awareness for abused people Political analyst discusses the seriousness behind Alberta’s referendum idea CHCH News has obtained a shocking video showing five suspects violently breaking into a home in Grimsby early Tuesday morning Niagara police say it happened around 4 a.m at a home in the area of Winston Road and Kelson Avenue North The video appears to show the five armed and masked men assaulting a security guard before kicking and punching the front door to get into the home The security guard sustained minor injuries the initial investigation determined that a male had been out front of a residence when he was suddenly confronted by five unknown masked individuals with weapons,” said Const Officers say the men allegedly stole jewelry and electronics from the home They fled the area in a black SUV before police arrived at the scene Detectives also searched the area but did not find the men “The suspects then fled in a black SUV just prior to our arrival,” said Gavin “We believe they headed westbound in the area likely to enter the QEW at around Fifty Road.” Investigators say the home was owned by a popular video-game streamer and that this is the second time the home has been targeted “I feel disappointed because it hasn’t even been a month,” said Maria Lopez I feel let down not only by the government because I expected them to kind of protect me.” Lopez is a popular video-game content creator who says she hired a security guard as a result of a violent robbery that happened at her house on March 13 “I definitely hired my security guard because of what happened last time,” said Lopez with a security guard they would be willing to be so risky – I was wrong.” Lopez said she believes the attack was targeted and is still processing everything “I think it’s going to take me a little bit to feel normal again every time I see somebody,” said Lopez stalking me or like they want to hurt me.” Niagara police have released the following suspect descriptions: Residents and business owners in the area with security or dash-cam video are asked to review it between 2 a.m and to contact police if they notice anything suspicious Anyone with further information about the robbery is asked to contact investigators at 905-688-4111 READ MORE: ‘Armed and dangerous’: Hamilton man wanted after Vaughan firearms theft Emily Vukovic went birding at Urban Nature Store in Ancaster To celebrate Mother’s Day and raise funds 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Holiday brochuresNeed inspiration of where to go next Request a free brochure and start your journey uniform officers from the 8 District (Grimsby/Lincoln/West Lincoln) office of the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) responded to a report of a violent residential robbery/break and enter in Grimsby Officers attended a home in the area of Winston Road and Kelson Avenue North The initial investigation determined that five masked unidentified males—armed with weapons—assaulted an adult male before forcing their way into the home The suspects searched the residence for valuables and fled the area westbound in a black SUV shortly before police arrived The black SUV may have entered the QEW at Fifty Road.  The primary items stolen were jewellery and electronics The male victim sustained minor injuries as a result of the robbery A search of the area did not locate the suspects 8 District detectives have been assigned to the investigation They are being assisted by the NRPS Forensic Services Unit a black hooded sweatshirt with black face covering black pants with a grey stripe down the side a brown and black puffer jacket with a white logo on the left chest red pants with black trim near the knee area and black shoes with a white logo on the tongue wearing a black jacket with a white logo on the left chest area wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with a white logo on the left chest Photos of suspects #2 through #5 are attached A photo of suspect #1 will be released when available Anyone (residents or business owners) who may have been in the area with a cell phone is asked to review their footage and contact police if they observe anything suspicious Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the investigating officers by calling 905-688-4111 Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477 Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to individuals who provide information that leads to an arrest A rendering of one of three new industrial buildings slated to go up at the new industrial park Anatolia is looking to build along the South Service Road in Grimsby Anatolia is looking to begin construction of 60,000 square metres of industrial space next spring Trade uncertainty with the United States isn’t stopping a Vaughan company’s plan to build a $50-million 60,000 square metre business-industrial park in Grimsby “We’re monitoring the situation of course, just like everyone else, but it hasn’t played a role in the project itself,” said Josh Berry, senior manager of planning at Anatolia which builds and rents industrial buildings Berry said construction of three industrial buildings on South Service Road just east of Fifty Road is expected to begin next spring “We’re currently working with the town on the site plan approval and the permits approval,” Berry said “We’re expecting to have the full approvals in the upcoming months.” Berry said previously they were hoping to get the building permits last summer “The site design review took longer than expected and we were actively in the process of completing the Vaughan project,” said Berry He said the company recently completed a nine-building industrial complex in Vaughan Berry said they hope to attract manufacturing warehouse or distribution businesses to the Grimsby site and each of their buildings can be subdivided to accommodate small businesses “We’re actually actively marketing the site right now,” he said “We’re very optimistic about the site given its location (near the QEW) as a gateway to Niagara.” who is also chair of the Town’s economic development advisory committee said previously the Anatolia business-industrial park will create more than 500 new jobs Niagara Police say they have 'significantly' increased patrols in Grimsby following a violent jewellery store robbery in the downtown core Police say five suspects remain outstanding following the robbery at Harmony House Jewellers yesterday morning at 11:20 "Officers are actively conducting enhanced and highly visible patrols to deter further crime Police say they are working closely with the Town of Grimsby and community partners to support residents and businesses and they are committed to protecting the community and ensuring Grimsby continues to be a safe place to live The robbery marks the third violent smash-and-grab robbery at the store this year the suspects backed a stolen truck from London Five suspects jumped out and smashed display cases As the getaway vehicle was trying to drive away a witness with a crowbar started to hit the windshield and a suspect inside pointed a black handgun with a narrow silver barrel at him and police later found the vehicle ditched in Hamilton Harmony House Jewellers was open at the time of the incident and occupied by several employees None of the employees were physically hurt All five suspects are described as adult men in their 20’s The ethnicity of one of the suspects is believed to be white All suspects wore dark coloured clothing and concealed their identity with blue surgical style face masks Harmony House issued a statement on social media saying the store will be closed until further notice and a planned vault sale has been cancelled Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or taken videos/pictures are strongly encouraged to contact the lead detective by dialing 905-688-4111 extension #1009383 or by email at 9383@niagarapolice.ca Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) Harmony Jewellers owner Kevin Luttjehuizen shows one of the Grimsby store’s display cases with reinforced security glass that was cracked but not smashed by robbers on Thursday The owner of Harmony Jewellers in Grimsby says his store will reopen after Thursday's attempted smash-and-grab robbery The owner of Harmony Jewellers in Grimsby says his store will reopen after Thursday’s attempted smash-and-grab robbery The owner of Harmony Jewellers in Grimsby says his store has a new slogan Kevin Luttjehuizen was working in the store Saturday and speaking with his insurance company Harmony Jewellers remains closed after a black Dodge Ram pickup truck crashed in reverse through the window of the Main Street West store late Thursday morning Five masked robbers attempted to steal watches from a jewelry case Luttjehuizen said the robbers used axes and sledgehammers to try to break through smash-resistant security glass that had been installed after a smash-and-grab robbery in January Police are hunting for four males after a truck backed through the front window of Harmony Luttjehuizen hired an engineering consultant who has inspected the building and will be sending a report to Grimsby’s building department “It looks like we don’t have any structural damage.”  He said he plans to reopen the store once he gets the green light from the town that the building is structurally safe “We have 17 employees and they rely on us for their livelihoods and we’re definitely going to open up stronger and safer,” he said Luttjehuizen said the store was cleaned up on Thursday night and reinforced plywood was installed on the front window A security guard is parked in front of the business Luttjehuizen said Thursday’s robbery — the third at his store this year — lasted about 50 seconds the siren started screaming with the vibration sensors and the glass-break sensors that are all now in place,” Luttjehuizen said Luttjehuizen said he was in the alley beside the store when he heard the crash “It sounded like an explosion going off,” he said “I confronted (the robbers) as they were getting out of the vehicle yelling at them that the police were on the way.” He said the robbers whacked a smash-resistant display case near the front of the store out of frustration before fleeing the building “My biggest concern is the staff and the customers that were in the store at the time,” said Luttjehuizen Ten employees and five customers were present including a man who was replacing a showcase in front of the window when the truck crashed through “He was thrown back by the vehicle,” Luttjehuizen said “It was very fortunate he wasn’t seriously hurt The jeweller said the enhanced security measures thwarted robbers in February and added he was starting to feel that the store was somewhat back to normal Luttjehuizen said an “incredible” community has again rallied around his business He thinks Thursday’s thieves were not the same ones who robbed his store in January but he believes both groups may be working for one organization that is targeting jewelry stores Luttjehuizen is calling for tougher laws for young offenders Niagara Regional Police continue to hunt for five males in their early 20s in connection with Thursday’s attempted smash-and-grab A shocking scene in downtown Grimsby late this morning as suspects rammed a truck into Harmony Jewellers a black truck backed into the front of the building stole items from the store and then ran through the downtown core on Main Street looking for their getaway vehicle Witnesses threw water on the White Honda CRV as the suspects drove off and one man tried breaking the front window We are waiting to hear from police if anyone inside the store was hurt This is the third smash and grab robbery at Harmony this year The store has implemented a new security system that requires people to ring a doorbell before entering Main Street is closed for the police investigation The owner of Harmony sent a message out saying no one was seriously hurt and they will be closed until further notice The store has cancelled a planned Vault Sale Downtown Grimsby BIA presents Hoppin’ Around Downtown on Saturday Downtown Grimsby BIA presents family fun the day before Easter The Downtown Grimsby Business Improvement Area will be getting into the Easter spirit April 19 when it presents Hoppin’ Around Downtown The free Saturday event runs 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will feature an Easter egg hunt at participating businesses and cookie decorating at Pie in the Sky Farm Market The nearby alleyway will be turned into an Easter celebration hub with a bouncy castle who will be hopping around the downtown area to meet youngsters and pose for photos Participating businesses will also be handing out treats and showcasing their offerings Ruffin’s Pet Centre will be accepting donations for Pumpkin Acres Rabbit Rescue See grimsbydowntown.com for more information Harmony Jewellers in downtown Grimsby had a pickup truck driven through the front window of the shop Thursday as four masked men broke in for a smash-and-grab robbery Niagara Regional Police were called to the scene of a smash-and-grab heist at Harmony Jewellers on Main Street West in Grimsby on Thursday Onlookers stand across from Harmony Jewellers in downtown Grimsby where a truck was driven through a window Thursday Police are hunting for four males after a truck backed through the front window of Harmony Jewellers on Main Street West For the third time within about four months, Harmony Jewellers in Grimsby has been the target of robbers But tactics used by the culprits seem to be escalating Instead of using sledgehammers to smash the windows of the Main Street West business or walking in during store hours those responsible this time drove a vehicle into the storefront a black pickup truck crashed in reverse through the front window A four-door Dodge Ram truck sits in the window of Harmony Jewellers as Niagara Regional Police investigate that latest robbery of the downtown Grimsby store Video of the scene taken seconds after the crash and sent to Niagara This Week appeared to show four masked males fleeing the store amid the blasting of the store’s alarm and shouts from people on the street The robbers appeared to be carrying bags and at least one sledgehammer A man could be heard on the video shouting “There they go!” as the males ran down a sidewalk and then across the street into a waiting white SUV-style vehicle The video showed another man chasing the suspects and smashing the windshield and side windows of the getaway car before it pulled into traffic made a U-turn and headed east on Main Street West at a high rate of speed Niagara Regional Police including its forensic services unit detectives were on the scene and closed Main Street West between Christie and Ontario streets as their investigation continued owner of Harmony Jewellers in Grimsby that was targeted by robbers last In a Facebook post Harmony Jewellers states no one was seriously injured during the robbery and the store is closed until further notice six people smashed the front entrance of the business with small sledgehammers broke into several display cases and snatched merchandise The suspects quickly left the store and fled in a truck they entered the store wearing masks and carrying backpacks Their suspicious activity prompted store employees to implement theft prevention measures Police said the measures stopped the suspects from entering any further and they left the store with no items stolen Those suspects were last seen entering a blue BMW X3 or X5 model and left the area northbound on Christie Street toward the Queen Elizabeth Way Footage supplied to Niagara This Week shows suspects fleeing in an SUV as person smashes the windshield and back passenger window Others can be heard repeating the licence plate number of the white four-door Honda owner Kevin Luttjehuizen attended a business preparedness information session organized by Grimsby and District Chamber of Commerce and Grimsby Downtown Business Improvement Area 18 robbery left his store in shambles and some employees traumatized He said the robbery lasted less than a minute as suspects searched for gold jewelry that was easy to melt Luttjehuizen said since January the store keeps its door locked and customers are admitted inside one at a time Niagara Regional Police on the scene of a smash-and-grab heist at Harmony Jewellers on Main Street West in Grimsby on Thursday morning The getaway vehicle had been stolen in Toronto the day before and the truck used to crash into the store was stolen in London Niagara Regional Police say they are looking for five male suspects in their early 20s following a smash-and-grab robbery at Harmony Jewellers in Grimsby on Thursday morning Police said they received a 911 call at about 11:25 a.m after a black Dodge Ram pickup truck crashed in reverse through the window of Main Street West store This is the third time in the past four months the store has been targeted by thieves got out of the truck and went into the store where they smashed display cases containing jewelry and watches The driver of the pickup went across the street to an unoccupied white Honda CRV Police said the CRV was used by the thieves to escape Video taken in the seconds after the front window was smashed show the masked men running out of the store and across the street and getting into the CRV They were being chased by a man who smashed the windshield and windows of the CRV with a crowbar Police said a black handgun with a narrow silver barrel was pointed at an individual attempting to stop the escape The CRV used to flee the scene was found by Hamilton Police on Baseline Road near the North Service Road in Hamilton a short time after the robbery Police said a witness told them the suspects got out of the CRV and into an awaiting pickup truck All the suspects wore dark-coloured clothing and blue surgical-style face masks The items stolen and their value remain under investigation Police said the Dodge Ram pickup truck was stolen in London 10 and the Honda CRV was stolen in Toronto on Wednesday The jewelry store was open for business at the time of the incident and no one was injured Harmony Jewellers posted on Facebook that it is closed until further notice Detectives said they are aware of the videos and images that are circulating online and asked anyone who may have witnessed the incident or took videos and pictures to contact the lead detective by calling 905-688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009383, or by email at 9383@niagarapolice.ca Information can be provided anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers of Niagara at 1-800-222-8477 Niagara Regional Police released these images of four of five suspects wanted for a violent residential robbery in Grimsby early Tuesday morning red pants with black trim near the knee area and black shoes with a white logo on the tongue black pants and white shoes with grey accents Masked and armed men forced their way into the home assaulted the resident and drove away with jewelry and electronics A Grimsby man sustained minor injuries after being assaulted in a home robbery involving five armed and masked men early Tuesday morning Niagara Regional Police were called to the area of Winston Road and Kelson Avenue North Police said the unidentified men assaulted the victim before forcing their way into the home the intruders searched the home for valuables before fleeing the area westbound in a black SUV Police said the robbers mainly took jewelry and electronics Police searched the area but did not locate the suspects black pants with a grey stripe down the side and black shoes with white soles Police released photos of suspects two though five and said a photo of the first suspect will be released when it’s available Police are asking residents or business owners who were in the area with a cellphone or has CCTV or a dashcam to review their footage between 2 a.m and contact them if they see anything suspicious Anyone with information is asked by police to call 905-688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009341. Information can be submitted anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or going to CrimeStoppersNiagara.ca Newsmakers: Steve Paikin on decision to step away from TVO’s The Agenda Human remains identified as St. Catharines man missing for over 3 years Reintroduced legislation intends to clean up Ontario’s public spaces Doug Ford floats idea of electing judges in rant on bail reform Ontario proposes bail reforms to keep repeat offenders behind bars Thousands without power after Ontario thunderstorms Niagara police are investigating another robbery at Harmony Jewellers in Grimsby that saw a pick-up truck smash through the storefront Thursday a black Dodge truck with five people inside intentionally reversed into the store located at 37 Main St West Police say the suspects had hammers and axes which they used to break the glass cases and grab jewelry and watches The value of the stolen items is being investigated The incident was caught on video by passersby and nearby store CCTV footage Harmony Jewellers was open at the time and occupied by several employees “It’s totally unbelievable,” said Kevin Luttjehuizen “Our biggest concern was with our staff it was very traumatizing – we’re going to support them.” “We’re going to come back stronger and do everything we can to make the staff feel safe,” said Kaitlin Luttjehuizen the other co-owner of the business and Kevin’s wife The suspects sped away with multiple people witnessing the shocking robbery All five suspects are described as adult men in their twenties with medium builds and of average height Police say that both vehicles used in the robbery were stolen The CRV that was used to flee the scene was found abandoned in Hamilton on Baseline Road near North Service Road A witness reported that the suspects exited the CRV and entered a pick-up truck Main Street West was closed between Christie and Ontario streets for the police investigation but has since reopened Robberies at Harmony Jewellers also happened on Jan “It just seemed like they knew what they were doing this time but I don’t know,” said Kaitlin “I believe it’s organized crime that is putting this together and using young offenders to execute these crimes,” said Luttjehuizen Niagara police says they have “significantly increased police presence in Grimsby following the armed robbery at Harmony House Jewellers.” “We are working closely with the Town of Grimsby and community partners to support residents and businesses during this time,” a police statement read Grimsby Mayor Jeff Jordan said that he is “close communication” with Niagara police and emergency response teams and urged for increased law enforcement at a regional level “I am actively advocating at the regional level for increased law enforcement support, including additional personnel and coordinated task forces. Our Town cannot face this challenge alone and I am working to ensure we have the resources and reinforcements we need to keep our residents safe,” Jordan said in a public statement He also encouraged the public to “stay alert report suspicious activity and support one another.” Detectives say they are aware of the videos and images that are circulating online Others who may have witnessed the incident or with videos/pictures are encouraged to contact the lead detective at 905-688-4111 Anyone who has information but wishes to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara READ MORE: Niagara police locate vehicle used in Grimsby jewelry store robbery Emily Vukovic was at Linea Intima in Oakville checking out the array If your after-work financial plan is tanking – please don’t try this We are cranking things up a notch with a Mamma Mania Dance Sunny skies with light winds and cooler high of 13°C today glamjulz is supporting a ‘Joyful Journey’ Norstar Windows and Doors chief executive officer Fiore Vacca and Grimsby economic development officer Frank Miele try their hand at demolishing a wall in a vacant building on South Service Road site of the future $120-million Grimsby Innovation Centre A rendering of one of the new buildings set to go up at the $120 million Grimsby Innovation Centre The four-phase development will see 42,000 square metres of industrial/commercial space built at a South Service Road site trade tussle isn’t stopping a $120-million industrial/commercial investment in Grimsby from going ahead Demolition of four buildings at the former NRB site starting on Wednesday will begin to clear the way for the seven-hectare Grimsby Innovation Centre at 115-169 South Service Rd., east of Casablanca Boulevard “We are a collection of businessmen from the Greater Hamilton Area we’ve been active in these markets for a long time and we have 10 or 15 reasons why now is not a good time to start this project but we believe that it’s the right time to get ahead,” said David Horwood one of four partners behind 129 South Service Road Inc The company was formed to build the centre which will be constructed in four phases over the next two or three years “Dealing with this uncertainty at the moment get these class-A industrial buildings ready with an anchor tenant and be ready for the next phase of innovation in the Grimsby area,” Horwood said The other partners are Fiore Vacca, chief executive officer of Stoney Creek-based Norstar Windows and Doors; his son John Vacca the centre will have nearly 42,000 square metres of industrial and commercial space available for lease The first phase of the project will see a 11,330-square-metre building go up at 169 South Service Rd Fiore Vacca said the first building has been leased to ATCO a Calgary-based company that provides a variety of products and services across many industries including construction of modular homes and industrial and educational structures “There’s a lot of demand for industrial buildings,” Vacca said adding he and his partners chose the Grimsby location for its proximity to the Queen Elizabeth Way media and corporate communications at ATCO noted the centre holds a great legacy for the company as ATCO Structures has operated in the area for more than four decades we’re very happy to be carrying on our business in Grimsby and we will continue to rely on the dedication of our long-standing employees to help our growth plans take shape,” Woodcock said refurbishing a building at 115 South Service Rd a new 14,800-square-metre building facing the QEW in the middle of the site at 129 South Service Rd. The final phase of the endeavour that will see 3,700 square metres of mostly industrial space added to one of the existing buildings at the south-central part of the site should start going up in early 2027 Vacca said the entire development could be worth as much as $120 million Grimsby Mayor Jeff Jordan called the centre a “smart economic development” that will employ upwards of 400 people Reg Freake, a Ward 1 councillor and chair of the town’s economic development committee, said the location of the development required the approval of the Niagara Escarpment Commission, CN Rail, the Ministry of Transportation and Niagara Region. “It probably added at least a year, maybe more, to the length of the time it would take to approve a project like this,” Freake said. “I think we’ll see some really good tenants coming in here; innovation types, probably related to the building industry.” Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. 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Or sign-in if you have an account Dean Allison says he’s “never seen anything like this’ after serving as Conservative Niagara West MP for the last 21 years — until now We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentOn Thursday Allison posted a video on social media that was shared with him of a jewelry store for the third time since January — most recently with a truck being backed through the front window He said the Liberals’ “soft-on-crime approach” is not helping matters one bit The first incident in January was reportedly a crash-and-grab with sledgehammers it was three masked youths carrying backpacks whose suspicious activity caused them to leave the store without stealing anything Niagara Regional Police are area of all three incidents and are investigating Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience Don't have an account? Create Account SHOCKING video: inside Grimsby jewellery store robbery Thank goodness no one was badly hurtWhat happened to our country!? This is what you get after 10 years of LiberalsA justice system with a revolving door where criminals are not afraid of breaking the law because there… pic.twitter.com/erkQWtDtGk “It’s crazy, huh? It’s sad,” Allison said of the latest one. “I have a friend here who’s a police officer in Peel and he says they do that all the time in Toronto. This has never happened before in sort of small-town Ontario. This one involved apparently three stolen vehicles (the truck, and two getaways.) It’s very troubling and frustrating to see something like this happen. They were in and out in less than a minute. It’s just crazy to me how bold these guys were.” Allison says Harmony Jewellers has been in business for 50 years in Grimsby, which has a population of about 30,000. “It’s very unusual for us here in Grimsby,” said the MP of the jewelry store being repeatedly targeted. In other words, Allison is in favour of many Canadian police forces’ pleas for bail reform in Canada. “Absolutely, for sure,” he said. “Our police officers are doing a phenomenal job, they’re working hard. I think they’re getting frustrated with the fact that they continue to re-arrest and re-book a number of these criminals. I’ve never seen anything like this (crime-wise) until this year (here). We’ve never seen anything this violent show up in the community before.” Allison is also in favour of getting the community involved via community watch programs. transmission or republication strictly prohibited This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. 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By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy You can manage saved articles in your account owner of The Dutch Shop on Main Street West in Grimsby says the business will be giving away free slices of Dutch mocha cake during a liberation party on May 3 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands from the Nazis The Main Street West business is holding a liberation party on May 3 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands from the Nazis It’s an opportunity for west Niagara residents to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands from Nazi tyranny and celebrate the friendship between Canadians and the Dutch people The Dutch Shop on Main Street West in Grimsby is holding a liberation party Owner Daniel Vandersteen said the atmosphere will be a festive one with decorations and flags — and free slices of Dutch mocha cake Canadian Forces accepted the surrender of the German army in the Netherlands ending about five years of Nazi occupation Two days later Germany formally surrendered ending Second World War hostilities in Europe More than 7,600 Canadians died in the eight bloody months it took to liberate the Netherlands Vandersteen said the Dutch people remain thankful for Canada’s role in liberating their country it’s obviously very important for our community and the (Dutch) people who came to this area after the war.” He said the event will be recognizing more than the Netherlands’ liberation it’s celebrating the defeat of the Nazis and the end of World War Two (in Europe) and all that but what it’s really celebrating is 80 years of freedom,” Vandersteen said It feels like the world is so turbulent these days; it’s a great opportunity to stop and take stock of that freedom and how hard won that is.” A similar event will also be taking place at The Dutch Shop on Hamilton Mountain A 71-year-old Grimsby man who was employed as a case worker has been charged with child luring they were notified that a youth victim had allegedly been in frequent communication with the suspect whom they met through a friend in Nov The suspect had allegedly indicated he was a therapist and would offer his services for free the suspect frequently messaged the victim and met with him The messages from the suspect allegedly evolved to expressing his feelings toward the victim beyond a professional relationship The suspect was later identified as Norman Behie who is now facing a charge of child luring Investigators believe there may be other alleged victims and his picture has been released A Canadian man arrested on vacation has been proven innocent Melissa Nakhavoly with why he is still being held in the Dominican Republic Warmer temperatures but showers are expected on-and-off for the next few days Meteorologist Natasha Ramsahai has your seven-day forecast Ontario Premier Doug Ford calls on Prime Minister Mark Carney to prioritize a list of projects including the proposed Highway 401 tunnel a mentally ill man who was killed in an Ontario prison is calling out the provincial government over the lack of correctional reform listen to NewsRadio Toronto live anytime and get up-to-the-minute breaking-news alerts weather and video from CityNews Toronto anywhere you are – across all Android and iOS devices The announcement is part of the Ford government’s plan to expand transportation to and from Toronto the Ontario government announced that the Town of Grimsby will soon become the home of a new GO Station The decision comes during a time in which southern Ontario communities are experiencing rapidly accelerating population growth and when there is a deepening need to provide even more communities with more seamless access to the City of Toronto our government is investing $70 billion over the next decade to carry out the largest transit expansion in North America,” shared Prabmeet Sarkaria “A new GO station in Grimsby will be a game-changer for the community giving more commuters in Niagara easy access to fast Transportation to and from Toronto has become an immense challenge that residents have grappled with for decades as intensifying highway congestion has multiplied the length of the daily commute for workers and subsequently formed a barrier for those seeking a wide range of vibrant employment opportunities The expansion of GO Transit services is being applied as a leading solution to this longstanding problem  “Our government is taking action to reduce gridlock by upgrading and modernizing transit systems across the province accessible and cost-effective transit solutions for everyone,” shared Ontario Minister of Infrastructure Kinga Surma we are seizing the opportunity to build vibrant mixed-use communities around transit stations to make it faster and easier for residents to access reliable transit The announcement came during an already pivotal week for the province as Premier Doug Ford called an early election Ford says that he requires a new mandate as he begins negotiations with U.S President Donald Trump regarding the threat of sweeping tariffs on Canadian exports to the United States which could come into effect as early as Feb Niagara Falls City Councillor and provincial Progressive Conservative candidate Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg attended the GO Station announcement on Tuesday “This is a long-awaited project and a major milestone for the Niagara Region,” Nieuwesteeg shared in a social media post Nieuwesteeg celebrated enhanced “access to jobs” and “reduced gridlock” as tangible objectives which will be achieved through this strategic addition Mayor of Port Colborne and Niagara Centre Progressive Conservative candidate Bill Steele also shared his enthusiasm for the GO Station development “From protecting our economy to connecting Niagara families to convenient transportation only the Ontario PCs have a plan to support Ontario’s communities,” Steele told The Niagara Independent “As the Mayor of Port Colborne and a member of the Regional Municipality of Niagara I know the new Grimsby GO Station will be a game changer for our community,” he continued “It will tackle gridlock and provide more convenient connections to jobs housing and transit in our fast-growing community.”  to continue to champion this project that will allow families to spend less time on the road and more time where it matters most.”  Niagara West MPP Sam Oosterhoff heralded the announcement as “welcome news for commuters in Niagara.”  The GO Station project was also recognized by Jim Bradley “The expansion of GO transit services in Niagara has been one of Niagara’s top priorities one in which all of our municipalities have been unified in advocating for,” Bradley explained “Today’s announcement is a big step forward for all of Niagara and I look forward to continued partnerships investment and accomplishments that will serve the current and future transit needs of Niagara.”  transportation solutions mean better connectivity and a positive impact on Niagara’s economy,” shared Grimsby Mayor Jeff Jordan “We stand ready to support this announcement and work collaboratively with the province to bring this plan to fruition.”  Those interested in learning more about the Grimsby GO Station project can do so at the following Niagara Region webpage: Future Grimsby GO Train Station Nick Redekop completed his Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Labour Studies at Brock University He has previously served in municipal and federal politics Your donations help us continue to deliver the news and commentary you want to read Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Grimsby firefighters rescue a wet puppy from the icy shore of Lake Ontario Saturday afternoon The canine was stranded on the icy shoreline near a leash-free dog park A puppy was cold and wet but otherwise unharmed after it was rescued by Grimsby firefighters from the shore of Lake Ontario Saturday afternoon First responders were called to the leash-free dog park at Winston and Oakes roads at about 4 p.m after the dog got stranded on the ice at the edge of the lake below the embankment Niagara Regional Police confirmed Grimsby fire officials were called to the scene and crews used a ladder to get to the dog and carry it back up to safety NiagaraNews5 men wanted in connection with ‘violent’ residential robbery in GrimsbyBy Alex ArsenychOpens in new windowPublished: April 15, 2025 at 8:18PM EDT A DJI Matrice drone like this one is expected to be delivered to Grimsby Fire Department in June Town council has approved spending more than $80,000 for a new drone and information technology upgrades at Grimsby Fire Station 2 and Regional Training Centre on Mountain Road Grimsby firefighters are getting new equipment that will enhance their ability to battle highrise fires and aid folks who require rescue Town council on Monday agreed to spend more than $80,000 for a new drone and information technology (IT) upgrades at Grimsby Fire Station 2 and Regional Training Centre on Mountain Road “We actually have used drones in both Lincoln and Grimsby for a number of years now,” said Greg Hudson Niagara West Fire and Emergency Services chief He said the new drone will have updated infrared capabilities that will be useful when fighting building fires “We can fly over and see exactly what’s on fire,” Hudson said you see smoke and you don’t know exactly where the fire is coming from necessarily so this allows us to pinpoint the hot spot overhead very Hudson added the infrared capability will allow firefighters to help find people lost in wooded areas or injured crash victims injured who may have wondered away from the scene Hudson said one of the department’s pickup trucks will be equipped with drone operating and monitoring equipment the key to success is being able to deploy it as quickly as we can we can just drive to the scene and in some cases we don’t have to drive it to the scene,” said Hudson who noted 12 Grimsby and Lincoln firefighters have Transport Canada advanced drone pilot licences the new drone has the ability to carry small items “If somebody’s floundering out on the water on Lake Ontario we can actually fly over them and drop a flotation device to them,” said Hudson He said the drone has a loudspeaker that enables emergency officials to communicate directly with people and crews at the scene of a fire or rescue Hudson said drones give firefighters real-time hazardous materials spills and other emergencies that enable them to quickly assess a situation and identify potential hazards “Drones can transmit live video and data to command centres providing firefighters with up-to-the-minute information about the fire’s progress.” He said the DJI Matrice drone the fire service is getting was made in China or Malaysia but was purchased in stock from a Canadian supplier The fire station improvements include upgrades to computer In addition to being a fire station and regional training centre Hudson said the upper Grimsby facility is the town’s designated emergency operations centre Funding for the drone and fire station upgrades will come from the town’s fire equipment replacement reserve Grimsby Ward 1 councillor and finance committee chair told council the town had budgeted for a provincial grant to cover the fire equipment costs but has not heard back it will be put back into the fire equipment replacement reserve Grimsby councillors have agreed to spend $6,000 on a consultant who will review council compensation Grimsby councillors have agreed to spend $6,000 on a consultant to review their compensation for the 2026-2030 term of council and report back in July Grimsby councillors might be paid more after the next municipal election Town councillors voted 6-2 Monday night to spend $6,000 on a consultant to review compensation for the 2026-30 term of council and report back in July The staff report to councillors included an option of recruiting a citizens advisory committee to review council remuneration That option also included that a facilitator be hired to analyze data and guide committee discussion at a total cost of $12,000 with a report to come before council by the end of the year and not establish a citizens advisory committee Mayor Jeff Jordan supported going the consultant route just makes us follow with the times and having a much more efficient municipality.” Delight Davoli said the consultant will look at how comparable municipalities compensate their councillors “I think it’s important that we gather the data and we actually base a decision on data not just impressions or feelings,” Davoli said Veronica Charrois said she thinks Grimsby councillors are paid “quite low” compared to other municipalities “We do have a lot of residents and businesses that do require our attention,” Charrois said “I think when we are not compensating people who are taking time away from their families it really weakens the pool of people that step up.” Lianne Vardy said council compensation reviews should be done every five or six years “This is just a part of good governance,” Vardy said Not all councillors supported the compensation review Nick DiFlavio said councillors already get a cost-of-living boost when town staff get an increase “I don’t think there’s any need to do a review; it’s not that I have any huge opposition to it I just don’t think it’s a good use of staff time,” DiFalvio said “None of us gets into this job for the money.” Jacob Baradziej said the town should be spending its resources elsewhere right now “I think we’ve got bigger fish to fry,” he said The town’s March 27 finance committee agenda included an appendix with councillors’ 2024 compensation Jordan was paid $59,809 in salary and benefits seminars and other expenses and his total compensation was $64,412 $31,000 ($26,891 in salary and benefits plus expenses) $25,234 (22,421 in salary and benefits plus expenses) $27,293 ($26,891 in salary and benefits plus expenses) $31,153 ($26,891 in salary and benefits plus expenses) $29,616 ($25,721 in salary and benefits plus expenses) $26,417 ($25,721 in salary and benefits plus expenses) $30,042 ($26,891 in salary and benefits plus expenses) $30,069 ($25,720 in salary and benefits plus expenses) The difference in councillor salaries is due to Canada Pension Plan contributions and Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System eligibility and contributions NiagaraNewsVideo shows multiple suspects break into Grimsby home with hammersBy Laura SebbenOpens in new windowPublished: March 13, 2025 at 2:47PM EDT \n Security footage captures attempted carjackers at Grimsby home fail to steal vehicles\n Niagara police say extra security measures on the vehicles prevented thieves from stealing them despite breaking into a Grimsby home and stealing the keys.\n Niagara Regional Police are reminding all residents to remain vigilant and to exercise caution when approached by unsolicited people at their home Niagara Regional Police say two people have been knocking on doors asking if unsolicited vehicles are for sale Niagara police are urging residents to remain vigilant after reports of suspicious people in Grimsby last week Niagara Regional Police issued a media release late Friday regarding two separate incidents Two people knocked on the doors of homes and asked if vehicles parked in the driveway were for sale though no for sale signs were posted and there was no indication that the vehicles were being advertised Although police said the intentions of the individuals is unclear as a precaution they are “reminding all residents to remain vigilant and to exercise caution when approached by unsolicited people at their home.” Police are probing a series of crimes this month in Grimsby Police are also asking residents who have experienced a similar incident to file a report to assist in the investigation helping officers identify the people involved Police also provided a few tips for residents: Anyone with information about this investigation is asked by police to contact detectives by calling 905-688-4111, or via Crime Stoppers online or by calling 1-800-222-8477 and Jordan Hughes in front of Peach King Centre The centre is being expanded and renamed Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre after the Grimsby company acquired naming rights This rendering shows the expanded Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre Major Refrigeration has acquired naming rights to Grimsby's arena complex which will be known as Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre once expansion and renovation work is completed this fall Major Refrigeration has acquired naming rights to Grimsby’s arena complex Don’t be surprised if Grimsby’s expanded Peach King Centre is nicknamed “The Fridge.” Grimsby-based Major Refrigeration has acquired naming rights to the Livingston Avenue centre which is undergoing a $36.7-million expansion and renovation When complete the building will be known as the Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre Company co-owner Marty Hicks said it’s a way of giving back to the community He noted the company will contribute $50,000 a year to the town during the next 10 years for a total of $500,000 Hicks’ business partner Jordan Hughes said Major Refrigeration already sponsors the centre’s ice-resurfacing machine and rink boards “I saw the building and I said to Marty (we should) see about naming the arena,” said Hughes He contacted town officials and found them receptive to the idea Major Refrigeration operates a 2,500-square-metre headquarters on Woolverton Road services and repairs refrigeration and HVAC equipment and specializes in grocery stores It has about 500 clients that include more than 300 grocery stores in Ontario and Atlantic Canada “The sponsorship will enhance recreation and sports opportunities for the residents keeping them accessible and affordable,” said Mayor Jeff Jordan who noted the facility is maintaining the longtime Peach King Centre name in the title The centre is undergoing a 12,075-square-metre expansion that includes a double gymnasium west pad dressing room improvements and parking enhancements “The PKC is a hub of Grimsby life and this renovation will actually make it even more of a community centre (with) more space for programming more space for non-hockey activities but keeping hockey still in the forefront,” Jordan said said the project is about 40 per cent complete with its structural steel frame in place concrete being poured (and) duct work is starting to get in,” said Sweeney She said the project remains on track for completion this fall “The ice will open in September for sure.” Sweeney said the site is completely closed to the public Grimsby Peach Kings will play the next round of their junior-C playoffs at Fleming Centre in Beamsville The outdoor Grimsby rink and splash pad will remain open to the public during construction Combined with Niagara Region and education taxes municipal tax bills for homes assessed at $442,000 will increase by $388 this year Property taxes in Grimsby are going up The 2025 draft budget released by the town on Tuesday will result in residents paying 6.44 per cent more on their overall tax bills “It’s always a big challenge and a big project to put the budget together,” said town treasurer Tony Del Monaco “We feel we have been able to put together a good sound budget that drives council’s priorities forward.” Del Monaco said the proposed budget balances the town’s needs and priorities with taxpayer affordability “We wouldn’t put this (budget) forward if we didn’t feel that everything in that budget was needed,” he said Del Monaco noted that Grimsby’s tax assessment base has not grown much in recent years adding that’s likely due to a COVID-related lag in building activity that is slowly starting to return “We’ve only had 0.6 per cent of assessment growth when in past years it has been in the one and one and a half per cent range,” Del Monaco said The draft budget includes $22.1 million in capital budget funding including $8.5 million for the Downtown Reimagined Project a revamping of the downtown core with new streetscapes and pedestrian-friendly areas Funds have also been allocated to meet the town’s debt requirements for the new West Lincoln Memorial Hospital and the Peach King Centre project Del Monaco said other budget drivers are employee wage increases required under collective agreements and one per cent of the proposed tax hike being tied to the town’s asset management reserve for maintaining roads and sewers Residents can view the proposed budget at grimsby.ca/town-hall/budget-and-financial-statements/budgets Grimsby town councillors will consider the spending plan during their Jan has been missing since March 12 and was last seen in the area of Cline Mountain Road and Main Street West in Grimsby Peter Henderson was last seen by Cline Mountain Road and Main Street West and is believed to be travelling on foot The public is being asked to help find a 38-year-old Grimsby man who has been missing for a little over a week Peter Henderson went missing March 12 and was last seen in the area of Cline Mountain Road and Main Street West Niagara Regional Police said he is believed to be travelling on foot about five feet eight inches tall with a slender build He was last seen wearing a dark grey jacket Police said they and the man’s family are concerned for his welfare Anyone with information is asked by police to call 905-688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009023. Information can be submitted anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or going to CrimeStoppersNiagara.ca Hamilton police arrest two people after downtown standoff Ontario to table budget on May 15 amid impacts of U.S. tariffs ‘Sharp rise’ in Ontario measles cases with 223 new infections since last week Three foreign nationals arrested after crossing border in Fort Erie, Ont.: RCMP Ontario man arrested in Dominican Republic still stuck after charges dropped: family Hamilton police charge driver in fatal Ancaster collision York Regional Police have charged a Grimsby man in connection with a child luring investigation Officers say the 71-year-old man claimed he was a therapist and would offer his services for free to a youth Investigators say the man frequently messaged the victim and met with them between November 2024 and February 2025 The man allegedly expressed his feelings toward the victim beyond a professional relationship The victim then notified York Regional Police in mid-February Detectives identified a suspect and carried out a search warrant at a home in Grimsby on Wednesday Norman Behie was arrested and charged with luring a child Police say Behie was employed as a case worker and believe there may be more victims They are encouraged to contact investigators as soon as possible Anyone with further information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Counter Exploitation Unit at 1-866-876-5423 READ MORE: Police searching for man after armed robbery at St. Catharines convenience store Kids are doing pretty cool things to help save the planet business coach and host of the Rise Together: Empowering This Mother’s Day pamper mom with some extra TLC Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the women who have shaped Mainly cloudy with showers/thunderstorms today and a cooler high of 10°C A transport truck collided with a sedan on an overpass in Grimsby Thursday causing it to roll over the barrier A transport truck rolled over a guardrail and was left dangling from a QEW overpass The driver of a transport truck involved in dramatic collision that resulted in it dangling from a QEW overpass in Grimsby has been charged under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act Niagara Regional Police were called to the area of Christie and Clarke streets Police said truck was travelling north on Christie when it entered the intersection and struck a grey Ford Focus The truck left roadway and struck a guardrail leaving it lodged along the overpass — with a tree preventing it from rolling down to the highway below A tree prevented the truck from rolling down the overpass onto the highway The northbound roadway on Christie Street and the QEW eastbound ramp were temporarily closed as a result of the collision Sign in Join now, it's FREE! The 48-year-old mother of two is known for her volunteer work with non-profit organizations And she’s fought hard to address housing issues “My leadership and advocacy reflect a deep commitment to building an inclusive and informed community,” said Korstanje campaign manager for the Niagara West Liberals said he was thrilled to have Korstanje as the candidate for the April 28 federal election.  “Jennifer is a lifelong resident of the Niagara West riding and is known for her commitment to community service and advocacy,” he said “Her track record stands in sharp contrast to the divisive style exhibited by both the incumbent Conservative MP and the federal Conservative leader.” Pointing to the Ward 3 Grimsby councillor’s experience on several local government committees Webb said Korstanje is ready to hit the ground running as a MP Released By International Process Plants In an era where sustainability and economic resilience are more important than ever, International Process Plants (IPP) is leading the charge in industrial redevelopment One of its most ambitious projects is the repurposing of the former Novartis plant in Grimsby England—a large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing facility poised to serve as a hub for active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production IPP is not only providing companies with a turnkey solution for rapid operational startup but also delivering significant environmental and economic benefits to the local community discusses the company’s strategic vision for the Grimsby plant its broader commitment to the circular economy and how sustainable industrial practices can transform communities impacted by plant closures From minimizing carbon footprints to preserving high-quality infrastructure Gale explains why industrial reuse is a smarter and more responsible alternative to new construction—and how projects like Grimsby are shaping the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing Contract Pharma: Could you tell us more about IPP’s current work to repurpose the former Novartis plant in Grimsby and what makes it such a pivotal project for IPP Ross Gale: We are so excited to see this large-scale API plant be put back into service for an originator or contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that needs to add capacity at a fraction of the time and £2 billion (US$2.53 billion) cost to build new It’s truly a one-of-a-kind opportunity for one or more companies to move into the site’s three main production buildings to bring their molecules to patients quickly Our revitalization of the Grimsby site supports economic resilience by restoring high-paying technical jobs and providing opportunities for skilled labor Grimsby is a wonderful town that has suffered because of a few large technical employers shutting their factories causing skilled workers to endure long commutes or become underemployed locally It’s exciting to be working to make a marked difference in a community Our efforts at this site and others worldwide showcase the potential of industrial reuse as a sustainable alternative to new construction This project is a prime example of how we transform decommissioned sites into thriving assets reducing environmental impact and supporting industry growth Grimsby’s strategic location and robust infrastructure along with our extensive experience in managing complex projects make it a cornerstone of IPP’s broader strategy to lead in sustainable industrial redevelopment It’s also about revitalizing an entire community CP: IPP is known for promoting sustainable industrial practices with shutdown plants How does the Grimsby project align with IPP’s broader sustainability goals and its commitment to the circular economy Ross: Sustainability is at the heart of everything IPP does and the Grimsby project exemplifies our commitment to the circular economy we’re extending the life cycle of valuable infrastructure that might otherwise have been dismantled and scrapped We take quite seriously our mission to keep resources in use for as long as possible and minimize waste Grimsby is particularly aligned with our sustainability goals because it enables us to achieve multiple objectives simultaneously it avoids the carbon-intensive processes associated with demolition and new construction from raw material extraction to logistics and assembly And it preserves high-quality equipment and infrastructure that can be re-integrated into operations with minimal modification The Grimsby facility also is a testament to how sustainable industrial practices can be applied at scale delivering economic and environmental benefits while supporting global pharmaceutical production needs Grimsby is one of 20 complete process plant sites we own in addition to more than 110 complete process plants and over 15,000 equipment systems and major pieces of high-quality we’ll be able to find the right purchasers or tenants to operate in all 20 of our plant sites—and we are striving for perfection CP: What are the environmental benefits of repurposing existing industrial plants such as Grimsby Could you share any specific data or examples from past projects Ross: Repurposing industrial plants significantly reduces the demand for raw materials which account for a large share of the environmental impact of new builds Then there’s the impact of repurposing good equipment. Research from the International Energy Agency shows the manufacturing sector accounts for nearly 24% of direct CO2 emissions from the global energy system companies can meet their expansion needs while significantly reducing their carbon footprint incorporating reused equipment into capital projects can cut carbon emissions by as much as 70% compared to using newly sourced equipment Reductions at 60% and 70% will do so much to advance industry sustainability goals Projects like Grimsby also avoid the ecological disruption that often comes with greenfield developments vacant land when an existing site could be used the environmental savings are amplified by the plant’s advanced infrastructure which can be retrofitted and updated for maximum efficiency This approach supports sustainability and demonstrates that industrial reuse is a viable eco-friendly alternative to traditional development It’s a win for the environment and for industries looking to reduce their carbon footprints without compromising performance CP: Why do companies such as Novartis and Eli Lilly work with IPP when closing their idled facilities instead of selling them on their own Pharmaceutical companies are focused on delivering new and needed treatments to patients market and create a new future for idled assets Typically it would take an operator four to five years to divest an idled site asset taxes—associated with maintaining the site.We make that disappear with one transaction Several companies we worked with took the reserves they set aside for those carrying costs and upon closing with us converted them into a favorable financial transaction We’ve seen firsthand that plant closures can have a profound impact on local economies which is why we approach these transitions with a community-focused strategy and the goal to find a customer that will operate these plants in place which includes three production facilities and 14 labs spread over 190 acres; we aim to preserve and even create new economic opportunities for the town One key strategy is prioritizing local labor we ensure the economic benefits of our projects stay within the community This supports job retention but also builds strong relationships IPP’s approach is rooted in the belief that a thriving community is essential to the long-term success of any industrial facility By focusing on economic integration and collaboration we’re helping to secure a brighter future for Grimsby and the surrounding communities CP: IPP has repurposed many plants globally Can you share a few examples where IPP’s projects successfully revitalized the surrounding communities Ross: We have a long track record of transforming industrial assets into opportunities that deliver exceptional economic and environmental value IPP was working with AGC Biologics in their search for available high-volume commercial biologics manufacturing capacity IPP identified a former Astra Zeneca facility in Boulder the facility was put back into service with approximately 300 employees in less than 18 months to meet demands for the CDMO’s products in far less than the five-year timeline to build a new facility our work goes beyond the communities where plants have been idled One notable example is our work with the former Eli Lilly BB36 biologics drug substance plant Formerly a flagship plant of ImClone and later Lilly the facility was idled due to a patient-driven commercial requirement for a larger volume plant IPP was trusted by Lilly to clear the site for future development while repurposing the assets to bring the highest and best value for Lilly and participating in the circular economy This situation could have easily resulted in wasted resources but IPP saw an opportunity to repurpose the entire project Instead of following the traditional decommissioning and scrapping plan IPP matched an unmet need from BioVectra with the former BB36 assets BioVectra was building a new biologics facility and by using substantially all of the former Lilly assets they were able to save 70% of the equipment and engineering cost and upwards of 50% of the lead time when purchasing re-installing and requalifying the existing assets CP: The whole notion of repurposing a plant sounds complex Can you walk us through IPP’s process when acquiring a plant and explain what happens if you can’t find another manufacturer to take over a full plant site and we’re fortunate to have experienced teams to do it We begin each acquisition with a full-scale evaluation—assessing the land environmental conditions and the value of every major piece of equipment regulatory compliance and overall asset viability to determine the best path forward the seller’s demands and the plant’s potential we either sell the facility as a complete site ready for operation – as we aim to do with Grimsby – or dismantle and resell individual systems and equipment Each component is inspected and assessed to make sure our customers receive top-quality assets without the cost and lead time of new equipment IPP’s ISN RAVS Plus designation highlights our commitment to safety compliance and environmental responsibility when working at plant sites We were incredibly proud to be recognized with this certification last year The bottom line for us is: Whether selling a full plant we aim to maximize value for both sellers and buyers while promoting sustainability in industrial operations CP: I read somewhere that IPP has built relationships with something like 160,000 customers and is the world’s largest reseller of process plants What do you believe is the key to building such long-term trust Ross: We have a lot of really good people on our team all over the world and we have so many repeat customers—people who have a clear need and require a partner they can trust to show up ready to deliver on that need—whether they have a critical failure of a glass-lined reactor and need replacement equipment installed the next day or have a large and complicated site they need to divest and we’ve worked really hard for decades to earn that trust.It’s hard for us to put into words what it means when a customer tells us they would have missed major deadlines if it weren’t for us or they never could have expanded without us And I believe that trust is built on four things: quality From the first conversation to final delivery honest communication—setting realistic expectations and delivering on them while being incredibly consultative in our sales approach We take time to listen to our customers to make sure we’re shipping the best option at the best price for them Every piece of equipment we sell and every site or plant we purchase is backed by decades of industry expertise rigorous inspection processes and a commitment to safety and compliance reinforced by our ISN RAVS Plus designation Customers return to us because they know IPP delivers solutions that work—whether they need a complete process plant or a critical piece of equipment CP: We’ve talked a lot about plants and repurposing large industrial sites But equipment sales must be incredibly important as well What else can you tell us about IPP’s equipment offerings Ross: Let’s start with the obvious—and the most important things that make our customers keep coming back: time and cost savings are the biggest advantages Companies that source equipment from IPP cut lead times by up to 90% avoiding the long waits associated with new manufacturing choosing used process equipment can save businesses up to 50% compared to new purchases offering a competitive edge in industries where margins and speed are everything Many types of process equipment are engineered to last for decades making them ideal for reuse in high-demand industries IPP provides immediate access to critical assets without delays inventory depth and commitment to quality assurance make repurposed equipment not just an option CP: Anything we missed or something you’d like to add We have two other group companies that serve the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry The launch of Gale Process Solutions (GPS) has been one of the most exciting developments at IPP this past year or so GPS was launched to meet a growing demand for high-quality customizable new alloy pressure vessels and equipment—without the excessive lead times of traditional supply chains By leveraging our deep industry relationships and procurement expertise cutting lead times by 50%+ and at competitive costs Our customers appreciate that GPS delivers tailored solutions without sacrificing speed we have developed a library of “gold standard” GMP designs and we keep that equipment in stock in our facilities in the U.S. and Germany—immediately available—from centrifuges Nutsche-type filter dryers and reactors to tanks We can offer immediate delivery of new equipment to shorten your project or a critical replacement to be commissioned and qualified in days or weeks and not months or years Universal Glasteel Equipment (UGE) continues to expand its capabilities unused and rebuilt/reglassed glass-lined equipment to meet the highest industry standards Both GPS and UGE reinforce our mission at IPP: providing customers with the best-fit solution whether that’s high-quality used process equipment custom-built new alloy equipment or specialized glass-lined solutions Learn more about International Process Plants (IPP) >>>>> Use of this constitutes acceptance of our privacy policy The material on this site may not be reproduced except with the prior written permission of Rodman Media This  black Ford F150 Lariat used in Saturday’s robbery of a jewelry store in Grimsby was found abandoned in Hamilton roughly a half-hour later A police description of the truck noted a red outline around the F150 badging on the front quarter-panels Niagara Regional Police said the truck has aftermarket tires with stock rims Six people were involved in a smash-and-grab robbery at Harmony Jewellers in Grimsby Saturday afternoon Police in Hamilton later found the truck used in the robbery Hamilton police found the black Ford F150 Lariat abandoned in the area of Nugent Drive and Dash Road The pickup truck used in Saturday’s brazen jewelry store robbery in downtown Grimsby has been found in Hamilton On Tuesday, Niagara Regional Police sent out an update on the crime, in which six people smashed the front entrance to Harmony Jewellers with small sledgehammers and then broke into several display cases Grimsby jewelry store robbery The suspects quickly left the store at 37 Main St and fled in the truck toward Mountain Street police in Hamilton found the truck abandoned in the area of Nugent Drive and Nash Road The truck is a black Ford F150 Lariat with a red outline around the F150 badging on the front quarter-panels It also has aftermarket tires with stock rims Police are asking anyone in the area who may have dashcam or home surveillance footage of the suspect truck or the six to seven suspects fleeing the area to contact detectives at 905-688-4111 Information can be submitted anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at CrimeStoppersNiagara.ca The daylight robbery occurred while the store was open and came just days after a similar heist at Niagara Pen Centre On Jan. 16, five robbers smashed several display cases with a small sledgehammer at Griffin Jewellery Designs All the suspects were wearing hooded sweatshirts fled in a silver Honda CRV headed toward Chestnut Street West Harmony Jewellers owner Kevin Luttjehuizen told Grimsby businesspeople on Tuesday about the traumatic Jan 18 smash-and-grab robbery at his Main Street West store Niagara Regional Police Sergeant Jeff Leavens tells members of the Grimsby business communiry6 to put safety first during robberies and not to confront robbers owner of Harmony Jewellers in Grimsby that was targeted by robbers last month spoke about the ordeal in front of a local business group on Tuesday For Grimsby jeweller Kevin Luttjehuizen and his staff The owner of Harmony Jewellers recalled the Jan 18 smash-and-grab robbery at his Main Street West store that left it in shambles and some employees traumatized “Six of them came in and smashed almost every showcase in the store,” Luttjehuizen told about 20 other Grimsby businesspeople Tuesday during a business preparedness information session organized by Grimsby and District Chamber of Commerce and Grimsby Downtown Business Improvement Area Luttjehuizen said nearby security video showed the robbers were in the store for less than a minute “It felt like an eternity because you just wanted them to get out,” said Luttjehuizen He said his employees have been instructed not to interfere and seek safety during a robbery but that protocol is difficult to remember in the heat of the moment when an crime occurs “The big lesson for us was stay calm and focus on what’s going on,” said Luttjehuizen He said three of his employees and two customers were in the showcase area when the robbers barged in One female customer dropped to the ground for cover and was cut by the broken glass “I stood on the stairs overlooking the store and watched these six very young people come in with sledgehammers and just start destroying the entire store,” said Luttjehuizen He suspects they were looking for gold jewelry that is easy to melt and get rid of Luttjehuizen said he threw a fire extinguisher at one of the robbers who were wearing black masks and hoodies in the parking lot at the back of the store He said nine employees were in various parts of the store during the robbery sought counselling and all have returned to work Luttjehuizen said he has been told by police investigators the thieves were likely recruited on social media via a platform where messages disappear after a short time Jeff Leavens told the business group it must always put safety first property and damage can always be fixed up or replaced it’s the safety of yourself and your employees and customers which matters,” said Leavens He told the business owners not to confront robbers but to get good descriptions and call 911 after they leave Police said their investigation is continuing and they are following leads that suggest the Grimsby robbery may be connected to other jewelry store heists The robbers entered Luttjehuize ‘s store though the main entrance at about 3:50 p.m was found abandoned about 35 minutes later in Hamilton’s east end Luttjehuizen said the store keeps the door locked He also finds himself looking around a lot more “I drive around the block every morning before I go into the store and have a look and see if there’s anything going on and see if we are being cased and always try to be alert as possible.”  He said the community rallied around the business in the days following the robbery “The outpouring of support was incredible.” Niagara Regional Police are investigating a home invasion in Grimsby where men tried stealing several high-end vehicles parked in a driveway Attempts to steal several high-end vehicles failed because of secondary theft prevention measures a group of men invaded a home in Grimsby early Thursday their attempt to steal a number of high-end vehicles was thwarted by theft prevention measures and they left empty-handed save for a handful of keys At 2:20 a.m. Niagara Regional Police were called to the area of Winston Road and Kelson Avenue North for a home invasion call five or six unidentified men approached the occupant who complied with their demands for keys to the vehicles The men left the home and got inside the vehicles they were unable to steal them because of secondary theft prevention measures installed by the owners The men fled in another vehicle before police arrived Police said there were no injuries and the only things stolen were a variety of keys One suspect is described as Black male with a heavy build He was wearing grey sweatpants with a single black strike down the sides a bandana covering the lower half of his face and black and white shoes Another is described as Asian with a light build a grey T-shirt and a ski mask covering his entire face He had a tattoo on his left bicep and forearm and was carrying a hammer A third suspect is described as white with a light build grey sweatpants and a bandana covering the lower half of his face Two other suspects are both described as having a light build Both were wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt gloves and a bandana covering their entire faces There is no description for a sixth suspect The police investigation is being led by the NRP criminal investigation branch with support from its auto theft unit Police said detectives are asking residents in the area to check their home security system for video of any suspicious vehicles about the time of the crime Anyone with information is asked by police to call 905-688-4111 Information can be submitted anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or going to CrimeStoppersNiagara.ca police said they will not disclose the specific secondary safety measure used in this incident police provided examples of measures that can be used Grimsby councillors next month will approve the town’s 2025 consolidated budget that as of Monday included a 5.88 per cent increase in the town’s portion of the municipal tax bill — about $83 more for a home assessed at $442,000 10 are expected to approve the 2025 municipal budget that determines what residents will pay in taxes for the year The Town of Grimsby spent $58,993 on professional fees last year with most of those tax dollars used to pay the invoices of integrity commissioner Michael Maynard Figures are contained in the town’s 2025 consolidated budget which was approved by councillors at the committee of the whole level on Monday Grimsby only budgeted $10,000 for the integrity commissioner last year Town officials said they expect to see more invoices from Maynard for 2024 activities in coming weeks The cost overrun will be covered by the town’s projected operating surplus of $522,000 Town staff said they expect to confirm the exact amount in the spring The town has again budgeted $10,000 for professional fees this year Councillors voted 8-1 to approve Grimsby’s 2025 spending plan which includes a 5.88 per cent increase to the town’s portion of the municipal tax bill — about $83 more on a home assessed at $442,000 With the addition of Niagara Region and unchanged education taxes and water and wastewater costs the average overall levy will rise by 7.5 per cent Councillors ended up approving a local tax hike that is about 0.6 per cent lower than what was presented by Grimsby finance director Tony Del Monaco at the beginning of Monday’s meeting Delight Davoli successfully asked peers to direct town staff to cut further and find another $100,00 in savings across the budget “I think what we’re all hearing around the horseshoe this evening is that we want to find ways to keep property taxes as low as we possibly can,” Davoli said “I would still like us to sharpen our pencil just a little bit harder.” saying $100,000 is insignificant in the context of tough economic times reflect what’s happening outside of these council chambers and outside of this building and I don’t think that number does that,” De Flavio said Mayor Jeff Jordan said the town is now feeling the effects of previous years when councillors approved budgets with no tax increases we as a council in 2025 are paying for those zero per cent increases in 2025 dollars,” Jordan said “I think finance staff feels that they have the ability to find the $100,000 and get the (increase) in at 5.88 per cent.” Councillors Monday also wrestled with a proposal to add four full-time employees: a water/wastewater operator-in-training a community services facility and permit co-ordinator The cost of the water/wastewater operator-in-training will be paid for through water and wastewater fees and the building permit technician would be paid from building department revenues Neither position would affect the tax levy The other two positions will add nearly $170,000 to the tax-funded budget A motion to defer the community services and parks positions to the 2026 budget was defeated by a vote of 5-4 Councillors voted on each position separately and all four received majority support you need the people to do it,” said Ward 2 Coun who noted some of those jobs are now staffed as temporary positions and are being made full-time “We’ve been really understaffed in a lot of functional areas and areas that serve the public.” Other factors driving the 2025 consolidated budget include collectively bargained wage and salary increases for staff $8.5 million for watermain and street improvements downtown later this year nearly $570,000 for the new West Lincoln Memorial Hospital and $384,000 for Peach King Centre reconstruction Del Monaco said Grimsby’s assessment growth is projected at only 0.6 per cent “We’ve normally seen that in the one to one and a half per cent range in recent years,” Del Monaco said “Assessment growth has the effect of spreading taxes owing among more properties so the fact that we came in low this year is really hurting us.” The budget is to receive final approval from town council on Feb NiagaraJewelry store in Grimsby robbed for third time, Niagara police sayBy Alex ArsenychOpens in new windowPublished: April 25 was the target of yet another robbery—marking the third time for this location Niagara Regional Police say they were called to Harmony House Jewellers Officers say five suspects riding in a black Dodge Ram pickup truck intentionally backed into the store front’s windows In a post on X MP Dean Allison—whose riding is Niagara West—shared what appears to be surveillance footage of the moment when the truck reversed into the store on Thursday morning midday Armed Robbery in Grimsby Right next to my campaign office ! 3rd time robbed in just a few monthsWhat happened to our country ? 10 years of Liberals, that’s what ! Only Conservatives will get tough on criminals This is the most important election of our lifetime,… pic.twitter.com/GJbMDQ7szN Police say four of the five suspects got out of the truck carrying hammers and axes police allege they started to break the glass cases within the store to gain access to jewelry and watches Officers say the driver of the pickup truck then got out of the vehicle and made his way toward an unoccupied white Honda CRV that was parked across the street Police say the group used this vehicle to flee the scene “As the suspects were attempting to drive off a firearm was pointed at an individual attempting to stop the escape,” Thursday’s news release reads Police describe the firearm as a black handgun with a narrow silver barrel Harmony House Jewellers was open at the time of the robbery Police say employees were present at the time “Due to the events that happened earlier this afternoon at our Grimsby location, we will be closed until further notice and our Vault Sale Event is cancelled,” the jewelry store said in a Facebook post I am grateful no one was seriously injured We at Harmony Jewellers appreciate the support of our customers & the community.” Detectives say they determined the pickup truck the suspects first drove was allegedly stolen in London adding that the Honda CRV they fled in was also stolen in Toronto on Wednesday Hamilton police located the CRV on Baseline Road near North Service Road in Hamilton shortly after the robbery in Grimsby though they say the vehicle was unoccupied at the time “A witness has since come forward to report the suspects were observed exiting the CRV and entering an awaiting pickup truck,” police say Police are searching for five male suspects in their 20s who they describe as having medium builds and of average height They add that they were all wearing dark-coloured clothing and blue surgical style face masks In an updated release on Friday, police say they increased their presence in Grimsby following the armed robbery. “Officers are actively conducting enhanced and highly visible patrols to deter further crime, reassure residents, and maintain public safety,” officials wrote. A NRPS spokesperson confirmed to CTV News Toronto that this is the third robbery at this location, but could not say if all of the robberies are connected at this time due to the active investigation. Detectives say they are “aware” of the videos and photographs circulating online, and are asking anyone with additional footage or information to contact them or Crime Stoppers anonymously. midday Armed Robbery in Grimsby Right next to my campaign office ! 3rd time robbed in just a few monthsWhat happened to our country ? 10 years of Liberals, that’s what ! Only Conservatives will get tough on criminals This is the most important election of our lifetime,… pic.twitter.com/GJbMDQ7szN York Police pickup truck parked on side of road 15 when investigators were notified that a youth had been in frequent communication with a suspect whom they met through a friend in November 2024 A 71-year-old man from Grimsby has been charged with child luring after York police say he befriended a youth and offered to be his therapist The suspect indicated he was a therapist and would offer his services at no cost police say the suspect frequently messaged the victim and met with them “The messages from the suspect evolved to expressing his feelings toward the victim beyond a professional relationship,” say police A search warrant was carried out on April 16 at a Grimsby home leading to the arrest of a 71-year-old Grimsby man the accused was employed as a case worker and investigators believe there may be additional victims Anyone with information is asked to call 1-866-876-5423