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Canada’s parole officers say correctional system has reached breaking point
A recent survey suggested more than two-thirds of parole workers are worried they’re not able to properly protect the public because they do not have time to adequately assess, supervise and prepare offenders for release.
Canada, United States lift tariffs on steel, aluminum after a year of uncertainity
"It's a great relief to Hamiltonians," said Seniors Minister Filomenia Tassi.
East Avenue stabbing sends man to Hamilton hospital with life-threatening injuries
Police have closed East Avenue between King Street and Wilson Street for the investigation.
Pedestrian injured after being struck by a vehicle in downtown Hamilton
Police said the 64-year-old man was hospitalized but is expected to survive his injuries.
Embassy brawl suits against Turkey in U.S. raise questions of law, diplomacy
May 16, 2017 altercation led to criminal charges against some of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s security officers.
US warns airliners flying in Persian Gulf amid Iran tensions
US warns airliners flying in Persian Gulf amid Iran tensions
Flamborough-Glanbrook MPP Tory Donna Skelly says City of Hamilton can find cost savings
“I was on city hall and I can tell you, I can assure you, that there are efficiencies to be found,” said Skelly.
After fleeing war torn Somalia, MP Ahmed Hussen hit his stride at Hamilton’s Sir John A. high
Federal immigration and refugee minister Ahmed Hussen landed in Canada from Somalia 26 years ago and found his feet at Sir John A. Macdonald high school running on the track team. He returned to the school Friday for the first time since graduating.
After fleeing war torn Somalia, MP Ahmed Hussen hit his stride at Hamilton’s Sir John A. high
Federal immigration and refugee minister Ahmed Hussen landed in Canada from Somalia 26 years ago and found his feet at Sir John A. Macdonald high school running on the track team. He returned to the school Friday for the first time since graduating.
Chronicling Canada’s standoff with U.S. over tariffs
Beginning during Trump’s presidential campaign here’s a timeline of major events involving the negotiation of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Federal Liberals’ parody of Ontario anti-carbon tax fits the visuals better, analyst says
The Ontario government’s taxpayer-funded attack ad against the federal carbon tax is being mocked online for appearing to accidentally promote the very cause it hoped to undermine.
Hamilton steelmakers overjoyed with lifting of Trump tariffs
Stelco says tough times of the past year have turned the steelmaker into a “leaner, smarter and better” company.
Video of RCMP officer interrogating a young Indigenous woman brings home reality in a ‘visceral way’: former TRC chair
Mountie asks woman disclosing sexual abuse whether she was “at all turned on” during the abuse she is describing.
Pro-choice activists speaking out against anti-abortion ads on Hamilton buses
Local official says We Need a Law ads meet municipality’s commercial advertising and sponsorship policy.
Killer of missing Alberta seniors loses appeal of manslaughter convictions
His lawyers argued the trial judge should have dismissed his case because it took so long to work its way through the court system.
Stem cell transplant expansion at Juravinski Cancer Centre is Laura Hillier’s legacy
“When she was so ill, she was trying so hard to help people,” said her mom, Frances Hillier.
Signpost: Free transit for seniors, Mayfair event, National Tourism Week
Starting June 3, Burlington Transit is free for riders who are 65 or older on weekdays between 9 a.m. and 2:20 p.m. The 18-month pilot project to offer the free rides ends on Dec. 31, 2020. Seniors can take part in the program by loading a Free65 pass onto a PRESTO card at one of 16 PRESTO service locations in Burlington.
Jeff Mahoney: Marvin Karon is bringing the Bard home to Hamilton and changing young lives
Karon has been running his unique Shakespearience program in Toronto since 1998; now he’s bringing the big summer session to his hometown.
Five things to keep in mind after Canada’s triumph over Trump’s tariffs
Ahead of election season, Friday’s news will give the governing Liberals the chance to portray themselves as the only party with experience — and success — in dealing with the famously unpredictable and combative commander-in-chief.
Anti-abortion ads on Hamilton buses deemed inappropriate in other Canadian cities
Local official says the ‘We Need a Law’ ads meet municipality’s commercial advertising and sponsorship policy.
U.S. and Canada agree to eliminate steel and aluminum tariffs
The deal announced Friday afternoon removes a major source of friction between the two countries and a key obstacle to the ratification of the new NAFTA.
Cuba bets on tourism as Trump restrictions take hold
Trump administration seeks to scale back tourism as part of a campaign to weaken the Cuban economy and force its government to sever ties with the Maduro government in Venezuela
Auditor urges Tories to stop ‘factually inaccurate’ advertising
The previous Liberal government stripped auditor general Bonnie Lysyk of her ability to veto partisan ads that are paid for with public funds.
Three Barton jail cellmates receive medical treatment for opioid overdoses
They have since been medically cleared and are back at the detention centre, according to police.
Hamilton searching for artists to beautify downtown utility boxes in $90,000 project
Submissions for the traffic box public art competition are due by 3 p.m. on Thursday, June 20.
Paul Berton: Uncomfortable with ‘menstruation?’ Here’s a list of confusing euphemisms
Hamilton’s debate over tampons shows again the human reluctance to say what we mean.
Grumpy Cat, the famous feline who entertained millions online, dies at 7
The “grumpy” cat, whose real name was Tardar Sauce, died on Tuesday of complications from a urinary tract infection.
Trudeau tells Hamilton steelworkers that tariffs standoff with U.S. is over
The U.S. lifts its 25-per-cent tariff on steel and 10-per-cent tariff on aluminum
Thomas Walkom: Why Trump is feeling hyperaggressive toward Iran
Trump’s animosity toward Iran does not seem to be based on anything other than his belief that it bested America in the nuclear talks
Hamilton hearing fair
It’s a chance for people with hearing-related issues to seek out some free advice.The Canadian Hard of Hearing Association is holding the Hamilton Hearing and Health Fair on May 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Gate Presbyterian Church on C
Sudbury doctor suspended from work amid child pornography charges
A doctor in Sudbury has been suspended from work as he faces nine child pornography charges.
United Airlines to lay off 100 in Houston, outsource jobs
United Airlines to lay off 100 in Houston, outsource jobs
Mohawk College gets funding for second mobile classroom
Mohawk College has received $4 million in federal funding for a second mobile classroom that will be used to introduce free skilled trades training to people who face barriers getting into those trades.Jim Vanderveken, dean of community partnersh
‘Business After Business’ at Dragon’s Fire Golf Club June 6
The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce is holding a Dundas “Business After Business” at Dragon’s Fire Golf Course next month.
Upper James Metro to become Food Basics
Metro workers will be able to apply for jobs at the new Food Basics or take an enhanced severance package.
Hamilton waste collector fired for smashing camera and picking up unauthorized garbage, but not for working partial days
Recent ruling suggests short work days continued for city waste collectors despite Spec investigation that showed full-time pay for part-time work
Happy 200th to the Mother of Confederation
Hamilton has strong ties to Queen Victoria; Empire Day began right here
Canada-U.S. breakthrough on cheap foreign steel could herald end of tariffs
The U.S. is close to lifting its 25-per-cent and 10-per-cent tariffs on the Canadian metals, multiple sources have told The Canadian Press
Why Trump is feeling hyperaggressive toward Iran
Trump’s animosity toward Iran does not seem to be based on anything other than his belief that it bested America in the nuclear talks
Minister Vic Fedeli comes to Burlington — talks floods, debt and money
The minister came to town talking taxes.
Events: What’s open and closed and so much more this Victoria Day weekend in Hamilton
Weekend Planner: Things to do on the long weekend
‘I froze’: Milton man spins way to $650,000
Christopher Smyk hasn’t been on a vacation in quite a while, but certainly has the means for one now.
Congressional Medal of Honor museum planned in Rapid City
Congressional Medal of Honor museum planned in Rapid City
Hawaiian monk seal that had CT scan suffering from infection
Hawaiian monk seal that had CT scan suffering from infection
Dundas St. Joseph's Villa hospice fundraising continues
The Issue: Fundraising and planning for Margaret’s Place Hospice.The Impact: Construction of first Dundas hospice is expected to start on the St. Joseph’s Villa campus this summer.
Air Force exercises may disrupt Alaska navigation systems
Air Force exercises may disrupt Alaska navigation systems
Christmas lovers travel to Santa house in North Pole, Alaska
Christmas lovers travel to Santa house in North Pole, Alaska
Hamilton Upper James Metro to become Food Basics
The Metro grocery store in the plaza at Upper James and Mohawk is going to be transformed into a Food Basics starting this summer.Company spokeswoman Katie Oestreich said the 23 fulltime and 77 part-time employees at the store were told on May 10
Upper James Metro to become Food Basics
The Metro grocery store in the plaza at Upper James and Mohawk is going to be transformed into a Food Basics starting this summer.Company spokesperson Katie Oestreich said the 23 fulltime and 77 part-time employees at the store were told on May 1
Sky Harbor Airport to install private breastfeeding stations
Sky Harbor Airport to install private breastfeeding stations
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