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Brantford, Ont., under Environment Canada frost advisory
A yellow level frost advisory has been issued for Brantford, Ont., with Environment Canada warning of possible damage to some crops in frost-prone areas.
No whey, a cottage cheese shortage? Demand surges amid protein craze
Last month, it was cucumber prices, and last year, it was matcha shortages. Now, some Canadian consumers online are shocked at the price of cottage cheese, with some saying they can't even find it on store shelves anymore.
St. Catharines, Ont., celebrates 150th birthday with a thousand cupcakes
Hundreds visited Montebello Park over the weekend to celebrate the City of St. Catharines' 150th anniversary. Its birthday theme, Our Common Ground, is all about embracing the diverse communities that make up the city.
Children's aid system faces heightened calls for change after Ontario couple's murder, torture convictions
The judge in the trial for an Ontario couple who'd been caring for two brothers was clear in laying blame: Becky Hamber and Brandy Cooney are the ones who committed murder and other crimes. He also noted that the Children's Aid Society (CAS) had "zero to do" with their guilt or innocence. Still, the case raises concerns about the child protection system and has showcased systemic issues that need to be addressed immediately, say advocates and other observers.
Hamilton warns residents near Lake Ontario to move valuables out of basements due to flood risk
The City of Hamilton is warning residents of Beach Boulevard and beyond to prepare for potential flooding and mitigate risk on their properties due to high Lake Ontario waters.
Ukrainians' resilience, perseverance inspire efforts in Niagara and Hamilton to help during war
A Welland, Ont., man recently completed an epic non-stop, 33-hour driving quest across multiple countries in Europe and drove right into a country where bombs, missiles and explosive-laden drones rain down with lethal regularity.
Ford losing support in wake of jet controversy, polls suggest
Doug Ford's now grounded plan to buy a private jet highlights a trend of softening support for the premier and his government, say some experts and polling analysts, who warn that the controversy could be a sign of deeper popular unease with the Tories' agenda.
Hamilton hockey fans buzzing with excitement for new AHL team, no matter what it will be called
As the fall puck-drop of Hamilton's new American Hockey League team draws closer, members of the local hockey community - including some fellow tenants of the AHL team's practice facility - say they're already loving the buzz that comes with having professional hockey coming back to the city.
Ontario lowers screening age for colorectal cancer to 45
New guidelines published online by Cancer Care Ontario say the province is lowering its colorectal cancer screening age from 50 to 45 in response to a "notable" increase in younger people diagnosed with the disease.
Carney picks former Supreme Court justice Louise Arbour to be governor general
Prime Minister Mark Carney has named former Supreme Court justice Louise Arbour as Canada's next governor general.
Police charge Hamilton man following death of 70-year-old pedestrian in February
Police have charged a 34-year-old Hamilton man following a collision in which a 70-year-old woman was killed in February.
Ontario couple found guilty of boy’s murder, brother’s torture
'Not a close call': Judge finds Ontario couple who tried to adopt 2 brothers guilty of murder, torture
An Ontario judge has found Burlington couple Becky Hamber and Brandy Cooney guilty of murdering a 12-year-old boy and torturing his younger brother, who were both in their care. The prospective parents "deeply resented" the boys "having come into their lives and not having turned out to be what was expected," he says in a nearly 300-page decision released Tuesday.
Mississauga man charged in connection with sexual assault at Welland, Ont., former daycare, police say
Police started the investigation in August of 2024 at a former daycare located on Heron Street in Welland.
Mandatory Ontario teacher math test data shows racial, language disparities
Results of a math test teacher candidates in Ontario must pass in order to be certified show striking disparities across language, age and racial groups, the province's teachers' federation says.
Ottawa gives billion-dollar lifeline to steel and aluminum sectors as Trump tightens tariffs
The federal government announced on Monday another package to prop up the hard-hit steel, aluminum and copper sectors after U.S. President Donald Trump tightened his tariff regime to apply to more products, hammering Canadian industry.
Mother of boy who died in care of Ontario couple speaks for 1st time ahead of trial decision
In 2021, a 12-year-old died while in the care of a Burlington, Ont., couple who are now charged with his murder. For the first time, the boy's mother is sharing her perspective with CBC Hamilton, saying she wants people to understand that her family is "not just a case or story."
Niagara braces for spike in overdoses that Hamilton saw after its supervised drug consumption site closed
A woman pushing all her worldly belongings down St. Paul Street in downtown St. Catharines in a beat-up shopping cart struggled to keep her pants, far too large for her, from falling around her ankles. So Graham Shaw walked out of the Mahtay Cafe and Lounge he owns with a long piece of string that he used to fashion a makeshift belt. "I don't know how to not care about people who are in my community, whether you're housed or not, or whether you're a substance user or not," he said.
Invasive spotted lanternfly found in St. Catharines, Ont. U.S. officials say stomp it
A recent spotted lanternfly discovery in St. Catharines, Ont., is renewing concern about the destructive insect reaching Canada from the United States. Experts say the invasive insect poses a serious threat to vineyards, fruit trees and hardwoods because it feeds on plant sap and can kill grapevines.
Ontario map highlights highway oddities from submerged roads to abandoned bridges
Jonathan Silverman, a first year civil engineering student at the University of Waterloo, has created an Ontario Oddities map that highlights weird things people might see on a road trip, including signs that are wrong, abandoned bridges and roadways or even submerged highways.
'He was the first to call me mom,' mother says of teen killed in Hamilton mall shooting
Nabil Askafe's mother and father sat down for an interview with CBC Hamilton this week, days after the 16-year-old was shot and killed at Jackson Square mall in Hamilton.
3 peregrine falcon chicks hatch in downtown Hamilton nest
McKeever and Judson, the pair of nesting falcons at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Hamilton, have three new chicks.
Missing Ottawa Street BIA money was withdrawn using a little-known debit card, new chair says
The former chair of the Ottawa Street Business Improvement Area withdrew money for his personal use from the non-profit organization's account using a debit card, the group's new chair told a packed meeting Tuesday night, as many members expressed surprise that such a card existed.
Municipal election nominations open Friday, here's what to know for Hamilton, Niagara and Burlington voters
Ontario municipal elections take place on Oct. 26. The nomination period for candidates for mayor, councillor and school board trustee open May 1.
Hamilton police identify 19-year-old killed in downtown shooting Thursday
A 19-year-old Hamilton man has died after a shooting in downtown Hamilton on Thursday, police say. They are now looking for two suspects.
Hamilton LRT construction announcement comes with cheers and tears, but no specifics on timing
Politicians cheered, joked and one even cried at a news conference celebrating the latest step in Hamilton's long-awaited light rail transit project. They refused to provide specific time or cost estimates, but the provincial transportation minister said there is no doubt" the project is moving forward after years of fits and starts.
Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada 'cash flow' issues hurting small businesses owed money
Carey Perkins is among several small business owners counting on funding through the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada they have not received.
Ontario's law to transform jails is 'collecting dust.' A new bill aims to hold the province's feet to the fire
For years, Ontario has sat on legislation meant to tackle chronic problems inside its jails - with laws passed years ago left on the books as issues of violence, overcrowding and mental health behind bars swell.
Ontario decision to appoint regional chairs with strong powers a 'serious attack' on democracy: Niagara MPP
Ontario's municipal affairs minister and opposition MPPs from Niagara squared off on Tuesday over plans by the province to directly appoint chairs of regional governments in eight Ontario regions, and to give them so-called 'strong chair' powers similar to powers the province has given to some mayors.
Salmonella outbreak at Stoney Creek restaurant now at 29 confirmed and 57 probable cases
The salmonella outbreak linked to the Piper Arms restaurant in Stoney Creek is now linked to nine hospitalizations and 29 confirmed cases, Hamilton Public Health said Wednesday, adding an additional 57 probable cases are also believed to be linked to the outbreak.
Vigil to be held Thursday for Nabil Askafe, the Hamilton teen killed at Jackson Square mall last week
Starting 5:30 p.m. at Hamilton City Hall, family, friends and community members are set to honour Nabil Askafe, who was shot and killed at Jackson Square.
Hamilton worker killed on Monday, steelworker and crossing guard honoured on Day of Mourning for workers
Hundreds gathered at the Day of Mourning monument outside Hamilton city hall Tuesday evening for the annual commemoration of people who were injured, became ill or died due to incidents at work. On Friday, labour groups will come together again for May Day, marking the struggles of workers around the world.
General Motors says it will spend $691 million on St. Catharines, Ont., engine plant
General Motors says it will spend $691 million on its St. Catharines Propulsion Plant to support production of itslatest V-8 engines for full-sized trucks and SUVs.
Motorcyclist killed after collision with minivan north of Pelham, Ont.
A minivan was turning into a driveway on Highway 20, just north of Pelham, Ont., when a motorcyclist collided with the vehicle, police say. The motorcyclist, a 30-year-old man from Port Colborne, Ont., died, and another was left with minor injuries after losing control of her motorcycle.
Firearm used in killing of Hamilton teen still missing, say police
Hamilton police are calling on any witnesses with information that can help investigators locate the firearm involved in the fatal shooting that killed a teenage boy at Jackson Square mall to come forward.
Rental vacancy rate hits 5-year high in Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, data suggests
The vacancy rate for new rental buildings in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area has hit a five-year high, a consulting firm says.
Ontario considering social media, cellphone ban on school properties
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra says the province will be working closely with the federal government on a social media ban for kids under a certain age. He also says he is considering implementing a near-total ban of cellphones on school properties, with some medical exemptions.
Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum loses out on contest cash prize to restore historic site, still plans to expand
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum did not win any of the $65,000 in cash prizes up for grabs in this year's Next Great Save contest, but it will still move ahead with plans to turn its founder's house into an archive.
Hamilton worker killed at waste transfer facility on the eve of National Day of Mourning
Police say they responded to a waste transfer facility on Strathearne Avenue in the city's industrial sector at around 4:20 p.m. on Monday.
List of 40 things to do before 41 made by Hamilton woman was largely inspired after she was hit by a car
After she nearly died in a car crash, Sahar Monzavi-Bacon, 38, started thinking about how she was living her life. Soon after, she started making a list - 40 things to do before the end of her 40th year. And there's nothing more challenging, she says, than finally beating the Donkey Kong 64 video game.
Family in 'deep agony,' says imam at funeral for Nabil Askafe, the 16-year-old killed at Hamilton mall
The funeral for a 16-year-old Hamilton boy killed on the weekend took place at Hamilton Mountain Mosque Monday, with over 100 people attending. Abrar Mechmechia, a trauma counsellor supporting the teen's family, said the Syrian community is grieving alongside them.
1 dead following Friday collision between 2 vehicles in Norfolk County, Ont., police say
A 56-year-old Norfolk County, Ont., resident was killed on Friday following a collision between two vehicles in the Wilsonville area, Ontario Provincial Police say.
Hamilton studio that recorded Gordon Lightfoot, Johnny Cash and many more celebrates 50 years of music
Grant Avenue Studio was founded by legendary Canadian record producer and musician Daniel Lanois and partners in 1976, and has been helping make Canadian music history since then. Current owner Mike Bruce says the charm that brought Johnny Cash, Gordon Lightfoot and more to the studio lingers 50 years later.
Woman recalls moment at Hamilton mall when Westdale Secondary student was killed
It was another Friday evening for Melissa Best as she shopped at Jackson Square when she heard what she now knows were gunshots. Best was one of many people at the mall on Friday when 16-year-old Nabil Askafe was shot and killed. His funeral service is expected to be held Monday.
Sorry, Dory. McMaster grad says her research helps debunk the myth that fish have bad memories
McMaster University graduate Catalina Costiuc studied how stress affected fish learning and memory at the Hamilton school's Aquatic Behavioural Ecology Laboratory. Her team found fish could memorize a task for at least 48 days, with stressed fish having better memory.
1 reason why healthy people have heart attacks, and what experts say could help
Research indicates that about one in five Canadians have high levels of Lipoprotein(a), putting them at greater risk of a heart attack or stroke. And yet, many people have no idea because there is no routine screening for Lp(a), which also has no symptoms. That's something experts have been wanting to change.
Air search and rescue volunteers ready to leap into action at a moment's notice
When he retired as an Air Canada pilot 10 years ago after a 38-year career flying passenger jets, Paul Eyles wasn't ready to just sit in a rocking chair and stare out the window. "I was looking for something meaningful to do," the Grimsby resident said. He quickly found that in the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association (CASARA) Niagara, where for most of the last decade he's been volunteering as a pilot on searches for missing people, downed planes and other critical searches.
Teen suspect in custody after 16-year-old shot and killed in Hamilton mall, police say
Police have identified the 16-year-old boy who died in hospital after a shooting inside Jackson Square, a downtown Hamilton shopping mall, on Friday evening. A 14-year-old suspect is now in custody.
The Hamilton Hammers? New York Islanders apply for 3 Hamilton hockey trademarks ahead of moving AHL team
A company linked to the New York Islanders NHL team applied for three Hamilton-related trademarks ahead of the Islanders' American Hockey League affiliate moving to the city. The applications identify the trademarks as being for "entertainment in the nature of hockey games," fuelling speculation among fans that they are possible team names.
Niagara Health accepts Winterstein inquest jury's findings, focuses on implementing recommendations
Niagara Health will move forward in a "careful and deliberate way" to implement recommendations arising out of the coroner's inquest into the death of Heather Winterstein at the St. Catharines hospital more than four years ago, says agency president and CEO Lynn Guerriero.
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