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3 men charged after Brantford police find $19.7K in drugs
Three men have been arrested after the Brantford Police Service says it found $19,700 in drugs on Thursday.
Hamilton public health investigate claims COVID-19 vaccine went to ineligible people
Three workers at a mobile vaccination clinic are on paid leave while Hamilton Public Health Services (HPHS) says it's investigating allegations they gave 15 COVID-19 doses to ineligible people.
How home-office video calls are helping to boost art sales
With works ranging from $45 into five figures, gallery says it has had its best sales year yet during the pandemic.
Forge FC owner cries foul at timing of Canadian Championship final
Forge FC owner Bob Young says the Canadian Premier League champions will be playing the Canadian Championship final against Toronto FC at a disadvantage.
Famed hockey dad Walter Gretzky remembered as family man, proud Canadian
A formal farewell to Walter Gretzky, the famed Canadian hockey patriarch, focused on his faith, his family and his love of the game during a pandemic-adjusted funeral service held in his hometown of Brantford, Ont., on Saturday afternoon.
Influx of people from Toronto impacts Hamilton both positively and negatively, report finds
Housing markets became too expensive for a growing number of existing residents.
'We must come together,' says Six Nations after 4th COVID-19 death
Six Nations of the Grand River reports a fourth COVID-19 death and Hamilton's vaccine plan is "adaptable to the vaccine supply and prescribed timelines by the Ontario government."
Haldimand-Norfolk's medical officer of health to leave post in May
Nesathurai, who has served the region for nearly three years, says his last day in the position will be May 21.
Texas zoo cancels controversial deal to buy African Lion Safari elephants for $2M
The sale would've separated mother-daughter elephants that normally stay with each other for life.
Hamilton Public Library not removing Dr. Seuss books, but local school boards are
Hamilton's public and Catholic school boards have removed six Dr. Seuss books from their library shelves after the author's heirs decided to stop publishing them. But Hamilton Public Library has not.
HHS planning temporary 'last resort' structure for patients during COVID-19 pandemic
Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) is planning to potentially build a temporary, 'last resort' structure for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hamilton officer found guilty after journalist arrests resigns, avoiding penalty
Const. Jeff Todoruk arrested two video journalists at the scene of a 2017 crash.
Dundas, Ont., restaurant installs thermal and mask kiosk for employees and patrons
A restaurant in the town of Dundas, Ont., has announced its newest team member, a thermal and mask kiosk named Janus, to help the business wade through the uncomfortable realities of the COVID-19 pandemic.
$1M in surgical masks stolen en route from Hamilton airport: police
Hamilton police say they are investigating the theft of a trailer with roughly $1 million in surgical masks last summer.
Police lay 11 charges at 50-person house party in Flamborough
Police are trying to find out who hosted the party they busted early Thursday morning.
HWDSB issues sanctions against 2 trustees - and recommends 1 resign - in equity scandal
After a month of public scrutiny, Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) trustees voted to issue sanctions against two of the four trustees named in a third-party report that investigated complaints of racism and exclusion from a student trustee.
Ontario announces plans to 'rapidly accelerate' its vaccine rollout
Ontario expects to give all adults 60 and older a first dose of COVID-19 vaccine by early June, officials said Friday, as they detailed who will qualify for a shot during Phase 2 of the province’s immunization campaign.
Walter Gretzky, father of the Great One, dead at 82
Walter Gretzky will be remembered for coaching his son, Wayne, in the early stages of what would become a legendary NHL career.
Hamilton police issue warrants for 2 suspects in shooting death of B.C. man
Hamilton police have issued warrants for two suspects involved in the shooting death of Tyler Pratt, a 39-year-old man from B.C.
Hamilton gets $18.7M more in COVID-19 relief, but faces more tough times in 2021
The province is giving Hamilton another $18.8 million to help it deal with COVID-19 costs, money the mayor says is "absolutely vital" to balancing the books mid-pandemic.
Hamilton logs 34 new cases of COVID-19 and 2 new deaths
Hamilton Public Health Services is reporting 34 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday. There are 403 active cases of COVID-19 in the city with two new deaths linked to the virus in the last 24 hours.
'Cells have memories': Why men get certain ailments more than women
"If women and men were any more different, they would be different species," says a McMaster University researcher.
SIU finds no wrongdoing after man falls from Brantford bridge during police chase
The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) says there are "no reasonable grounds" to charge a police officer after a man fell over the railing on Market Street bridge in Brantford and onto the sidewalk below during a chase.
Mechanical contractors can expect more work in 2021, says Hamilton-Niagara agency
Mechanical contractors will get more work this year, says a local agency, in Hamilton, Niagara, Halton, Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk counties.
The ice shelves along Lake Ontario look pretty, police say, but don't walk on them
Their hidden cavities could collapse and someone could easily fall into icy water, say police.
Most cases asymptomatic in suspected variant outbreak at Electromart
The east Hamilton business has five staff who tested positive and two more in isolation.
Shaming and judgment during COVID-19 hinder contact tracing in Hamilton: health official
Hamilton’s medical officer of health says public judgement is influencing some people to hide information from public health when they haven't followed COVID-19 precautions.
St. Catharines bust leads to drugs, cash and an accordion
An attempt to sell items taken from a storage unit on Kijiji led Niagara Regional Police Services to two suspects and an accordion that they believe is stolen property.
Conservative MP David Sweet joins chorus calling for end to COVID-19 restrictions
A Conservative MP has joined the chorus of voices calling for an end to COVID-19 lockdowns.
Police investigating catalytic converter thefts in Niagara Falls
Investigators have found that at least 30 automobiles have had their catalytic converters cut off in Niagara. Thieves are targeting vehicles with higher suspension systems, like vans and pick-up trucks.
Great-great nephew of missing Hamilton man aims to crack one of Canada's oldest cold cases
The great-great nephew of a man who went missing in 1934 has teamed up with his best friend to try and unravel the mystery of what happened to Hamilton man Harold Heaven.
Halton residents 80 and older can now book appointments to get vaccinated
Starting today, Halton residents who are 80 years of age and older can book an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at a Halton Region COVID-19 vaccination clinic.
Watermain break restricts traffic on Barton Street East until 5 p.m.
Motorists travelling along Barton Street East in Hamilton will experience lane restrictions until 5 p.m. today, the city says.
Advocacy group names Hamilton's 'cruel' African Lion Safari as 'worst' zoo for elephants
An animal rights advocacy group has published its annual top 10 worst zoos for captive elephants, with African Lion Safari in Hamilton listed at number one.
6 new school-related COVID-19 cases in Hamilton on Tuesday
Hamilton's public and Catholic school boards are reporting six new COVID-19 cases among staff and students on Tuesday.
Time to shift focus from COVID-19 case numbers to hospitalizations, infectious disease expert says
With vaccinations underway and a year of pandemic experience behind us, infectious disease specialist, Dr. Martha Fulford, thinks it’s time to stop being so obsessed with the COVID-19 case numbers.
Little Ray's may close Hamilton and Ottawa rescue zoos by June and relocate 900 animals
After borrowing almost $1 million during the COVID-19 pandemic, the owner of Little Ray's Nature Centres says it may have to close both of its rescue zoos in Hamilton and Ottawa and relocate roughly 900 exotic animals if COVID-19 restrictions remain in place by summer time.
Access troubles continue at city's COVID-19 vaccination hotline
On its fourth day in operation, seniors are still having problems getting through to the city phone line set up to book vaccinations for people aged 85 and above.
COVID-19 vaccine coming to Hamilton's homeless shelters is 'a sign we're moving forward'
The Wesley Urban Ministries Day Centre held its first COVID-19 vaccine clinic for staff and clients on Tuesday.
This Hamilton researcher uncovers the details of people's long-lost family histories
From long-ago fiddlers to egg sales, Dustin Galer delves into family histories and compiles it all into a book.
Elected council, public health 'extremely concerned' as cases surge in Six Nations
COVID-19 cases are surging in Six Nations and people are being urged to stay home as the community experiences the highest number of active cases since the pandemic began nearly a year ago.
Hamilton transit gets nearly $17M more to make up for COVID-19 shortfall
The money will support local transit after a year that saw a $24-million drop in HSR revenue.
COVID-19 vaccines roll out for workers, residents in Hamilton's homeless shelter system
Dr. Kerry Beal, the lead physician at Shelter Health Network, says it's "thrilling" to see vaccines being administered across Hamilton's shelter system.
COVID-19 cases in Hamilton schools this February almost half of what they were in December
COVID-19 has infected 17 more students and staff since Friday morning. The Catholic board also tested more than 100 people for the virus late last week.
Demand for COVID-19 vaccine crashes hotlines and websites
The phone line to book an appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine in Hamilton was overloaded on Monday.
Heavy winds expected today in Hamilton, Brant, Burlington, Niagara and H-N
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement as it expects 80 km/h winds to blow through Hamilton, Niagara, Brant, Burlington and Haldimand-Norfolk on Monday afternoon.
Niagara police searching for missing 65-year-old woman in Welland
The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) is searching for a 65-year-old woman in Welland who has been missing since Sunday night, and is asking the public to help.
Want to know who's getting vaccinated this week? Here's a look ahead
The province is working on providing public health units with a vaccine booking tool to implement locally. Here’s what’s happening at your local health unit.
Torstar to launch online casino to help fund its journalism
Torstar Corp., owner of the Toronto Star, the Hamilton Spectator and other papers, announced on Monday it plans to launch an online casino betting brand in Ontario this year.
Police investigate Hamilton's 3rd homicide after man shot dead in Stoney Creek
Hamilton police say they're investigating a homicide in Stoney Creek after a man was shot dead, and a woman was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
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