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New COVID-19 HSR rule forces people on mobility devices to travel with a friend
Disability advocates say new HSR rules around COVID-19 will make it harder for people with mobility devices to get to work and move freely around the city. The city says if need be, it will make special arrangements
COVID-19 could kill 3,000 to 15,000 people in Ontario, provincial modelling shows
Provincial health experts say they expect COVID-19 could kill 3,000 to 15,000 people in the province over the course of the pandemic, the ramifications of which could last up to two years.
Here are the latest COVID-19 numbers for Hamilton, Niagara and area
Hamilton has 127 confirmed cases of COVID-19, up 15 from Wednesday, although some are still the result of a testing backlog.
Norfolk police answer call about naked man rolling around on front lawn
Norfolk OPP have arrested a man they say stripped naked Wednesday afternoon and rolled around on someone's lawn.
How to build a hospital wing for a pandemic in just 14 days
Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington announced Monday it plans to spend more than $2 million putting up the temporary 93-bed facility.
Long-term care facilities in Ontario need more trained staff, official says
Donna Duncan, CEO of the Ontario Long Term Care Association, says long term care homes in Ontario need more trained staff. She spoke with the CBC's Wei Chen about the crisis facing long term care facilities during the COVID-19 epidemic.
Six Nations confirms 4 new cases of COVID-19
All of the new patients have been in self-isolation since experiencing symptoms and Ohsweken Public Health officials are undergoing contact tracing for each person.
Sex workers falling through the cracks of COVID-19 response, says Hamilton advocate
A Hamilton advocacy group has set up an emergency fund to help sex workers who can't work during the COVID-19 pandemic, but don't quality for federal income relief.
Man charged in double homicide in Brantford escapes from Thunder Bay jail
A man who faces two charges of first degree murder was released in error from the Thunder Bay District Jail, but was rearrested Thursday.
88-year-old woman, Heritage Green resident, is Hamilton's second COVID-19 death
Health officials say an 88-year-old woman is the city's second COVID-19 death.
Trudeau to hold call with premiers as worries mount over shortage of COVID-19 medical supplies
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will speak with premiers today the pressing need for critical medical supplies in the face of an expected surge in COVID-19 cases and a global battle to secure life-saving equipment.
Factory workers worry if enough is being done to protect city's economic 'backbone' from COVID-19
Employees at manufacturers such as Stelco and Dofasco have continued to punch in even as health officials urge people to physically distance.
Naked Norfolk County man arrested after break and enter
Ontario Provincial police say the naked, 35-year-old man from Norfolk County broke into one home and got into another before being arrested.
Niagara police find body of 24-year-old Toronto man, investigate as a homicide
Officers responded to a report of human remains found near a wooded area near Ort Road and Marshall Road on Sunday at 12:45 p.m.
Hamilton police looking for missing St. Joseph's outpatient
Hamilton police says it received information about Richard Mann failing to attend a 2 p.m. appointment on March 26 at St. Joseph's West 5th campus.
'Able to get on with their lives': 34 people in Hamilton recovered from COVID-19
It's a bright spot in a month of grim coronavirus anxiety. Of Hamilton's 112 COVID-19 cases, about a third have already recovered.
A death and a birth in the same week — and COVID-19 keeps this family apart for both
The Michilsen family of Hamilton is dealing with a family death and a newborn baby in the same week — but physical distancing means neither life will get celebrated for months.
'First line of defence is you:' More restrictions, sterner tone about personal choices
Public health reminders have quickly turned into lawful restrictions that come with severe penalties.
12 Anson Place staff test positive for COVID-19, bringing total of connected cases to 23
A dozen workers at Anson Place have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the number of cases connected to the Hagersville retirement home to 23.
Hamilton closes all escarpment stairs as public ignores calls for physical distancing
The move follows the decision to extend city closures to May 25 and additional closures including dog parks.
Hamilton Health Sciences pauses assisted dying due to COVID-19
Due to COVID-19 Hamilton Health Sciences is pausing its assisted dying program.
National Steel Car halting operations due to PPE shortage amid COVID-19 pandemic
The shutdown means approximately 1,800 employees will soon be out of work, according to USW 7135.
Hamilton and Toronto researchers help develop COVID-19 care guidelines for critical patients
A panel of international experts developed intensive care unit guidelines for frontline healthcare workers managing COVID-19 surge.
Trudeau to recall Parliament to unlock billions of dollars more in COVID-19 emergency aid
Calling it the "largest economic program in Canada's history," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said today Parliament will be recalled to pass new legislation to deliver enhanced COVID-19 emergency aid measures.
Norfolk County man charged with arson after fire destroys home: police
The fire marshal is investigating after a house fire on Monday at 11 p.m. on Concession 6 of Townsend, Ont. between Highway 24 and and Old Highway 24. The home is a "total loss."
Fort Erie man was riding on hood of a car, carried an axe onto a city bus: police
Police say, moments before they arrived near Main Street and Ferry Street, the man boarded a city bus for a moment and dropped an axe on the floor near the driver, prompting the driver to leave the bus.
'We're in this together:' Live streams showcase Hamilton artists during COVID-19
The novel coronavirus has closed businesses, hollowed out city streets and is starving Hamilton's arts community, prompting CoBALT Connect — a non-profit organization that connects creative businesses in Ontario — to take action and start Hamilton Shows Up, live-streamed performances by artists.
Stoney Creek man with 69 guns faces 17 weapons charges: police
Halton police say reports from Oakville of a man with a gun prompted a public safety warrant in Burlington and another in Stoney Creek, leading to the discovery of 69 guns
McMaster students can replace failed course with 'no credit' amid COVID-19
McMaster University is offering students a chance to change their marks to 'pass' or failed courses to 'no credit' because of how COVID-19 has disrupted campus life.
3 deaths and 11 confirmed COVID-19 cases at Hagersville long-term care home
Three residents have died and 11 have tested positive for COVID-19 at a Hagersville seniors home.
Hamilton closures extend to end of May as city reaches 101 confirmed COVID-19 cases
The city is extending closures to May 25 as more COVID-19 cases pop up in the city. It will also begin testing others with symptoms in long-term care facilities.
All 27 suspected COVID-19 cases at Heritage Green nursing home will be tested
The city will test every resident and staff member with symptoms of COVID-19 - at Heritage Green and elsewhere - after the province issued a directive Monday.
Homicide investigation launched over body of 24-year-old Toronto man found in Niagara
Niagara Police detectives launched a homicide investigation into the body of a 24-year-old Toronto man discovered in the woods.
HHS staff told to use masks and other PPE longer to conserve 'precarious' supply
The city of Hamilton is also accepting donations of PPE to help frontline workers stay safe.
Commonwealth Sport Canada delays announcement on Hamilton bid due to COVID-19
Commonwealth Sport Canada delays bid announcement because of COVID-19.
Gathering in a group? Hamilton police and bylaw officers will fine you $750
Hamilton residents who hang out with five or more friends at a time are now risking a fine of $750.
Hamilton police officer, Six Nations officer test positive for COVID-19
The service was notified of the confirmed test Monday, according to a statement which said the officer is believed to have contracted the virus within the community.
Ancaster man violated COVID-19 provincial emergency act by selling drugs: police
An Ancaster man charged with cocaine trafficking has also violated, police say, a COVID-19 provincial emergency order for all non-essential business to stop operating.
Joseph Brant Hospital to erect 93-bed pandemic unit for COVID-19 surge
A local hospital is building a pandemic response unit to deal with future influx of COVID-19 patients.
Dofasco employee, contractor test positive for COVID-19
A statement from the Hamilton steelmaker says a finishing colleague who works in pickling and cold roll tested positive for the new coronavirus after being in contact with someone outside of work who had it.
Ontario COVID-19 cases near 2,000 as schools set to stay closed until at least May
The tally includes 33 deaths and 534 cases that are considered resolved. Some 4,280 people are awaiting test results, while a total of 51,629 tests have been approved.
Hamilton now has 91 confirmed cases of COVID-19, health officials say
Hamilton sees spike in cases due to backlog of tests.
Family dog, a Bullmastiff cross, was stolen from Simcoe home during break-in: OPP
Provincial police say they're searching for a dog taken from its home during a break-in late last week.
Local food banks prepare for 'sharp' increase in demand due to COVID-19
Local food banks scramble to gather more resources before expected increase in demand.
Coronavirus: What's happening in Canada and around the world Tuesday
Ontario introduced strict new rules around how people can use outdoor spaces late Monday as the province tries to slow the spread of COVID-19, hours after the prime minister unveiled new details about how a plan to subsidize salaries and support businesses will work. Read on for a look at what's happening in Canada and around the world.
Niagara landmarks lit in yellow to show hope in fighting COVID-19
Both the famous Niagara Falls and a Welland bridge that spans a recreational canal are glowing yellow to signify hope in the age of COVID-19, and officials there hope overseers of other landmarks pick up on it too.
'I'm blown away': 27 more residents and workers at Heritage Green have COVID-19 symptoms
The coronavirus outbreak at Stoney Creek's Heritage Green Nursing Home has spread to 17 more residents and 10 staff members, numbers that the workers' union rep describes as mind blowing.
The parking lot hand-off that could mean 'millions of masks' for people fighting COVID-19
Woodbridge Foam Corporation usually makes headliners and trunk liners, but have started producing masks to help protect healthcare workers. Now McMaster has been tasked with evaluating the prototypes.
Haldimand-Norfolk COVID-19 cases jump to 23, including 7 at a long-term care home
The number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Haldimand and Norfolk has increased to 23, including seven at a now-quarantined Hagersville retirement home.
Man who stayed at Hamilton's Salvation Army shelter tests positive for COVID-19
Man who stayed at shelter in Hamilton tests positive for COVID-19.
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