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People who live on boats year-round fighting eviction from Hamilton bay
About 24 people who live on boats year-round want to stay on Macassa Bay, but are facing eviction now that the marina where they live is being sold. They want the city to help.
Hamilton house prices rising, but city still affordable compared to GTA, survey says
Home prices are still going up in Hamilton, but the city continues to remain affordable compared to the GTA and attract first-time buyers, according to a Royal LePage survey published Tuesday.
Ford government cuts Ontario school repair fund, will cost Hamilton schools $2.15M
Hamilton’s public school board is scrambling to find alternative funding sources after Ontario's new Tory government scrapped a $100-million fund for school repairs and updates for the upcoming school year.
Hamilton man charged after hitting pedestrian then leaving the scene: police
A Hamilton man has been arrested after, police say, he hit and killed a pedestrian with his vehicle then drove away Monday afternoon.
Local boy who made Christmas come early before he died inspires Bollywood movie
A Bollywood film inspired by Evan Leversage was screened in St. George, Ont., the town that held Christmas early because the boy wouldn’t make it until Dec. 25.
Ajax man charged with racing after driving more than 50 km/h above limit in Cayuga: OPP
An Ajax, Ont. man has been charged with racing a motor vehicle, police say, after he was caught driving more than 50 km/h faster than the speed limit in Cayuga.
Mainly sunny Tuesday: DayStarter weather
Here's a look at the weather you can expect in Hamilton today.
Hamilton police shut down dozens of pot dispensaries, and all but 2 reopened again
It's a clear sign Hamilton is losing its battle against illegal marijuana dispensaries. Every time police or the city try to shut one down, new numbers show, they just open back up again.
Carmen's will bid to run FirstOntario Centre, and says it will still build a hotel
Carmen's Group wants the chance to manage Hamilton's three major downtown entertainment facilities. And the city is buying a little time to let it.
Appeal from truck driver who mangled Skyway bridge tossed out
The provincial court of appeal has dismissed an appeal from the truck driver who crashed into the superstructure of the Skyway bridge in 2014, causing $1.2 million in damages.
City lifts boil water advisory for Delbrook Court
Advisory was issued after Hamilton Water made emergency repairs to a water main.
Hundreds turn out to celebrate lonely Brantford, Ont., teen's 'un-birthday party'
Kaitlin Coghlin had no friends six months ago, but at an "un-birthday" party on the weekend, she celebrated her upcoming 18th surrounded by superheroes, princesses and 200 guests.
'Project Day Break' leads to 21 arrests, $100k in stolen property recovered: police
Officers deployed from units across the service recovered more than $100,000 in stolen property and vehicles, $10,000 in cash and 10 firearms, along with 7,600 rounds of ammunition.
2 people dead in Dundas house fire
Fire crews from across the city were called to a single-storey home on Greening Court and found "heavy flames and smoke going through the roof," according to Hamilton fire chief Dave Cunliffe.
Sunny Monday: DayStarter weather
Here's a look at the weather you can expect in Hamilton today.
'They bring new ways of doing things' as small Ontario city tries to attract newcomers
St. Thomas, Ontario has population that is 95 per cent Caucasian. But its size and low cost of living can be its main draw in bringing in people from around the world.
Service clubs are the backbone of small towns, and they need help
Service clubs have cleaned highways and built arenas. They distribute eyeglasses and hold fish fries. As they decline, advocates say, so does the Canadian small town.
Fast-moving grass fire burns 34 vehicles at Niagara Lavender Festival
The fire began in the parking lot of the Niagara Lavender Festival and quickly swept through several vehicles.
Committee to consider plans for 25KM Mountainbrow trail
The Mountainbrow Multi-Use Trail will offer "vistas, views, waterfalls and parks," while protecting the escarpment from environmental damage.
How a bacteria-detecting strip of plastic film could make best-before dates irrelevant
A team of researchers at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ont., has developed a thin, plastic patch that changes colour under ultraviolet light when it come into contact with meat contaminated with E. coli, a food-borne bacteria that can cause extreme illness or death.
4 members of Thai soccer team freed from flooded cave, governor says
Rescuers in northern Thailand on Sunday extracted four members of a youth soccer team from the cave where they had been trapped for more than two weeks, part of an ongoing operation to rescue the 12 boys and their coach, officials said.
Did military training lead Peter Khill to shoot to kill? Styres family wants to know
From a 911 call made moments after he shot and killed Jon Styres to his testimony in front of the jury that ultimately found him not guilty of second-degree murder, Peter Khill maintained he was just following his military training.
Delbrook Court in west Hamilton under precautionary boil water advisory
The city has issued a boil water advisory for residents of Delbrook Court in west Hamilton while a temporary municipal water supply is being installed.
Hamilton police looking for missing woman
Hamilton police are seeking the public's assistance in locating 30-year-old Jacqueline Davies who is an outpatient at St. Joseph's West 5th campus.
Erasing race but not racism in the Peter Khill trial
Ameil Joseph, a professor in the School of Social Work at McMaster University, was one of the "triers' selected in the jury process for the Peter Khill murder trial following the killing of Indigenous man Jon Styres. He says the problem of systemic racism was not addressed in jury selection.
Chat with our gardeners on Monday, July 9 at 12:30 p.m.
Are you ready to have the best garden on your block? Here's how: Ask an expert. Be part of our award-winning live chat with expert gardeners. Also listen to the call-in show with Ontario Today's Ed Lawrence. Call in by dialling 1-888-817-8995 on Monday.
Halton police arrest 3 men, seize 2 guns in connection with Burlington shooting
Halton police say they've made three arrests in connection with an early-morning shooting in Burlington, Ont.
City cancels heat warning
The heat wave is over. After a week the city's chief medical officer of health has cancelled the heat warning.
Sunny Friday: DayStarter weather
Here's a look at the weather you can expect in Hamilton today.
Roughriders edge Tiger-Cats with late TD
Marcus Thigpen found a hole and went 34 yards for the touchdown with 1:29 to play as the Saskatchewan Roughriders downed the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 18-13 on Thursday.
Catholic board changes no 'head scarves' wording in dress code
The Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board is changing wording of its summer school dress code to eliminate saying no "head scarves" after it was brought to their attention Thursday, many years after being in circulation.
David Christopherson, long-time Hamilton Centre MP, says he won't run again
Hamilton's perennial NDP politician, known for his thundering oration and staying power, is retiring.
'Dangerous thunderstorms' could hit Hamilton, Haldimand and Niagara
Environment Canada says the intense heat and humidity the region has been sweltering under could result in slow-moving storms that could drop 25 to 50 mm of rain.
Ontario chiefs call on Attorney General to appeal Peter Khill verdict
Chief Ava Hill says if newly appointed Attorney General Caroline Mulroney challenges the verdict in the death of Jon Styres it could be the beginning of an effort to correct systemic discrimination in the justice system.
Niagara police find man's body floating in Welland Recreational Waterway
Police describe the dead man as white, approximately 50-60 years old, about 5'9" tall and weighing 150-160 lbs. He has short grey hair, is balding on top and has a grey and light brown goatee.
Chance of showers Thursday, heat warning reaches 7th day: DayStarter weather
Here's a look at the weather you can expect in Hamilton today.
Hamilton hospitals say they can't host a permanent supervised injection site
Joint letter from Hamilton hospitals cites high volumes of patients, limited space and concerns around "co-location" with addiction withdrawal services and children's health care as some of the reasons none of their locations would be a good fit.
City cutting down dozens of ash trees at Confederation park and the waterfront trail
More ash trees are coming down in Hamilton, this time along Hamilton's Lake Ontario beach.
Thunderstorm watch ends for Niagara and Haldimand
Environment Canada has ended a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of the region.
Hamilton man charged with numerous firearm offences following Mississauga shooting
A Hamilton man has been charged with numerous firearm related offences, Peel Regional Police said Wednesday.
Health centre seeing more people with breathing problems as heat wave reaches day 6
As the extreme heat event continues for a sixth consecutive day, the Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre says there is an increase in the number of people who are having difficulty breathing.
Latest 'involuntary' patient to escape from St. Joe's has been found
Hamilton police have found a 45-year-old man that has been missing since Tuesday afternoon.
Johnny who? Ticats QB Masoli earns top performer nod for second straight week
Hamilton Tiger-Cats quarterback Jeremiah Masoli is a CFL top performer for the second week in a row.
Sunny Wednesday, heat warning continues: DayStarter weather
Here's a look at the weather you can expect in Hamilton today.
Man calls 911 over cold burger and fries from Hamilton McDonald's: police
Hamilton police are reminding the public that even a very unhappy meal at McDonald's is no reason to call 911.
'This is the worst it has been' - Food banks struggle as Summer demand outweighs supply
Food banks in Hamilton are having a hard time meeting demand, with one operator describing the current situation as "heartbreaking."
Worker in critical condition after falling 15m from condo project in Stoney Creek
The man was working on the exterior of the building at 101 Shoreview Place around 8:45 a.m. when he fell.
'Suspicious bruising' leads to assault charges at Niagara group home: police
A 56-year-old Thorold woman was arrested Monday after an investigation at a home for adults with special needs.
Sam Roberts Band, Tom Cochrane, High Valley headline 2018 Festival of Friends
Other acts include Holly Woods & Toronto and Shawn Austin. The free festival announced its headlining acts Monday morning.
Heat warning continues Tuesday, 'most significant heat event' in years
Here's a look at the weather you can expect in Hamilton today.
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