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Looks like smokers will have to butt out in St. Catharines parks

10/10/2012

The city of St. Catharines is looking to ban smoking in all city parks and sports fields.

Council will discuss a report on the issue from city solicitor Chris Cooper at its next meeting October 15th.

Cooper's report recommends a fine of 125 dollars for people caught lighting up.

But Cooper also notes the region is considering a Niagara wide ban as well.

He suggests St. Catharines councillors wait to see what the region does before they move to impose a ban.

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