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Drug company founder convicted in opioid bribery scheme
John Kapoor, the founder and former chair of Insys Therapeutics, was found guilty of racketeering conspiracy after 15 days of deliberations that put a spotlight on efforts to go after those responsible for fuelling the opioid crisis.
Armed robbers hold up Waterdown's Freedom Mobile
Waterdown’s Freedom Mobile was robbed by two armed assailants May 1.
Arson unit investigating ‘very suspicious’ fire on Homestead Dr. in Mount Hope
Fire caused $800,000 worth of damage, destroying nearly finished home at 3334 Homestead Dr.
Hamilton high schools set for ‘enormous’ teacher shuffle
The chair of Hamilton’s public school board says layoff notices to 99 high school teachers will trigger “an enormous shuffle” of staff while also cutting the diversity of course selections available to students.
U.S. Attorney General William Barr skips House hearing; Speaker Nancy Pelosi accuses him of lying
Barr’s decision to avoid the hearing came the day after the department also missed the House Judiciary Committee’s deadline to provide it with a full, unredacted version of Mueller’s report and its underlying evidence.
Hamilton's public health programs get hit with $9 million in cuts, say officials
"This is a very big deal," said Paul Johnson, general manager community and emergency services.
California Legislature declares May 4 'Star Wars Day'
California Legislature declares May 4 'Star Wars Day'
Facebook bans far-right leaders including Farrakhan, Jones, Yiannopoulos as ‘dangerous’
Facebook said Thursday it has permanently banned several far-right figures and organizations, including Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, Infowars host Alex Jones, Milo Yiannopoulos, and conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer, for being “dangerous,” a sign that the social network is more aggressively enforcing its hate speech policies under pressure from civil rights groups.
Man rescued after cliff fall at Hawaii volcano crater
Man rescued after cliff fall at Hawaii volcano crater
Car-sharing apps' popularity drives debate about taxes
As car-sharing picks up in US, so do legislative battles
Hamilton picks Robert Wade Park as new location for water tower
The Issue: Ancaster water towerThe Local Impact: Plan could help improve water pressure, but not everyone's happy
'Jeopardy!' champ Holzhauer to receive key to Las Vegas
'Jeopardy!' champ Holzhauer to receive key to Las Vegas
'Jeopardy!' champ Holzhauer to receive key to Las Vegas
'Jeopardy!' champ Holzhauer to receive key to Las Vegas
France, Italy honour Leonardo 500 years after artist's death
France, Italy honour Leonardo 500 years after artist's death
France, Italy honour Leonardo 500 years after artist's death
France, Italy honour Leonardo 500 years after artist's death
Hamilton resident faces drug, driving charges after Bradford arrest
Flees after side-swiping cruiser, found with cocaine in vehicle, South Simcoe police say.
It’s World News Day: Here’s how the Spectator impacts Hamilton lives
Everyday of the year, Spectator journalists strive to bring you the most accurate breaking news and in-depth analysis of issues at hand.
Arson unit investigating “very suspicious” fire on Homestead Drive in Mount Hope
Fire caused $800,000 damage, destroying nearly finished home at 3334 Homestead Dr.
Municipalities must move with the times, special adviser on governance says
Ontario municipalities can’t remain frozen in time, says one of the province’s special advisers conducting a regional government review in Niagara.
Oshawa cannabis store operator loses thousands after failing to open in April
A month after pot shops began opening in Ontario the doors for Fabulous Leaf in Oshawa remain closed.
Are wardrobe rental services budget friendly?
Are wardrobe rental services budget friendly? It depends on work, lifestyle
Non-profit pursuing lease of Alaska's oldest lighthouse
Non-profit pursuing lease of Alaska's oldest lighthouse
Car-sharing apps, rental car companies do battle over taxes
As car-sharing picks up in US, so do legislative battles
Progressive Conservatives claw back $3.5 million in child-care funding in Hamilton
Hamilton uses its children’s services budget to subsidize 14,000 daycare spaces across the city and offer $10-a-day discounts to all parents using licensed care for preschool children.
Municipalities must move with the times, special adviser on governance tells Niagara meeting
Ontario municipalities can’t remain frozen in time, says one of the province’s special advisers conducting a regional government review in Niagara.
Surf’s up: Riding the angry waves on Lake Ontario
Gord Shimens, of Guelph, tried his luck for hours near the Burlington Canal
Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward blasts Ford government for ‘downloading by stealth’
Provincial budget comes under fire by municipal leaders who say they were not consulted
Hamilton assault victim attacked by four men on King Street
Police and paramedics were called around 4 a.m. to the area of King Street East and Sherman Avenue
UPDATE: Hamilton assault victim attacked by four men on King Street
Police and paramedics were called around 4 a.m. to the area of King Street East and Sherman Avenue
Four charged in 2018 stabbing at mobster Nat Luppino's home
Victims targeted in April 2018 home invasion were related to murder victim Cece Luppino
Man arrested for uttering threats at event attended by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
RCMP confirmed in a statement by Peel Regional Police that charges are pending.
UPDATE: Hamilton stabbing victim attacked by four men on King Street
Police and paramedics were called around 4 a.m. to the area of King Street East and Sherman Avenue
How deception played a key role in the success of D-Day
It took a Bodyguard and some Fortitude
Daughter of Honey and Barry Sherman continues their legacy by supporting world gathering of Holocaust survivors
Liberation75, to be launched on Thursday, will bring together Holocaust survivors, descendants and educators in Toronto next spring.
Beer Store warns of lost jobs and price hikes if sales liberalized
In a letter to Finance Minister Vic Fedeli, the retailer’s chair notes that Ontario’s taxes on beer are 50 per cent higher than those in Quebec and 29 per cent higher than those in Alberta.
April real estate sales in area are up from last year, according to Hamilton-Burlington realtors association
Real estate sales in April have increased by 18 per cent over March sales this year and 66 per cent over February sales, according to The REALTORS Association of Hamilton-Burlington.
In Hamilton, spring means floods and high water
Rain over recent days, combined with already-saturated ground, has increased flows in the local watersheds.
Have you seen Rebecca? Hamilton Police still looking for missing woman
Rebecca Dorman, 50, went missing Saturday evening, something that has never happened with the woman.
Hamilton’s ‘general strike’ against Doug Ford draws several hundred people
‘I’d like for them to take a better look at what they’re doing,’ organizer says
Ontario proposes new law to crack down on soil dumping in wake of Waterdown Garden Supplies complaints
It’s alleged that more than 24,000 loads of soil and other fill have been dumped on the 40-hectare site just west of Peters Corners.
Hamilton mobster Pat Musitano expected to survive Mississauga shooting
The 51-year-old’s condition is improving in hospital after being shot multiple times April 25 outside his lawyer’s office
Stelco is on the merger and acquisition trail. It wants to expand.
The steelmaker says there are “market opportunities” amid all the setbacks in the industry, and wants to expand.
Grand Canyon National Park to reopen North Rim on May 15
Grand Canyon National Park to reopen North Rim on May 15
Grand Canyon National Park to reopen North Rim on May 15
Grand Canyon National Park to reopen North Rim on May 15
New California rail plan pegs Central Valley line at $18.3B
New California rail plan pegs Central Valley line at $18.3B
New California rail plan pegs Central Valley line at $18.3B
New California rail plan pegs Central Valley line at $18.3B
Ontario will cut government-run travel insurance program: minister
Health Minister Christine Elliott announced the decision to scrap the program on Wednesday, following a six-day public consultation.
Man challenges Ontario pot rules, says disabled, poor people have limited choices
He also alleges the province’s government-run online cannabis store is too slow to deliver the product and too expensive for those on government assistance or without credit.
Health Canada hopes plain brown cigarette packs lead to butting out, as rules will take effect in November
The new plain-packaging rules for cigarette packs are part of a larger strategy aimed at driving the rate of tobacco use among Canadians down to five per cent by 2035; federal statistics show the smoking rate is about 18 per cent.
Vegas city officials approve marijuana consumption lounges
Vegas city officials approve marijuana consumption lounges
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