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Obituary: Burlington community activist Louise Hebb loved keeping busy
Hebb — who died March 19 at age 83 — was a member of many community groups and agencies in Halton.
Who wants pot: ‘From 90-year-olds to 19-year-olds’
You learn a few things when you start selling a product that has never been sold in Canada — not legally, at least.
Notre Dame fire was a warning to protect Europe’s cultural heritage
In the wake of the fire that gutted Notre Dame, questions are being raised about the state of thousands of other cathedrals, palaces and village spires that have turned much of Europe into open air museums of Western civilization.
Five years after Afghan war, thousands of veterans receiving federal assistance for PTSD
Canada’s war in Afghanistan ended five years ago but the price of that effort continues to grow.
New Ukrainian leader’s campaign took page from sitcom script
Volodymyr Zelenskiy, president-elect of Ukraine, named his political party Servant of the People, after his TV sitcom.
Topeka zookeeper recovering after tiger attack; animal won’t be euthanized
The female zookeeper was seriously injured, but recovering at a local hospital in intensive care over the weekend. On Monday, she was out of the intensive care unit, the Topeka Capital-Journal reported.
Signpost: Indoor play space, Girl Guides celebrate, and design and architecture awards
The indoor play space at Tansley Woods Community Centre has been replaced with a new play experience for kids. A grand opening of the newly-renovated space is being held April 27 from 10 a.m. to noon at Tansley Woods Community Centre, 1996 Itabashi Way. Improvements to the play space include an improved structure and new flooring.
Top court skeptical of paper's argument over food stamp data
Top court skeptical of paper's argument over food stamp data
Israeli teen who fell to death in Yosemite was taking photo
Israeli teen who fell to death in Yosemite was taking photo
Sri Lanka blames local Islamist extremist group for Easter bombings
Health Minister Rajitha Senaratne said the group perpetrated the attacks using suicide bombers at three churches and three hotels. He added that a foreign network was probably involved.
Motorcyclist seriously injured after crash in Flamborough
Highway 8 near Safari road is closed in both directions while OPP investigate
Sri Lanka victims: Citizens of at least 12 countries killed
At least 290 people were killed in a series of nine bombings of churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday.
Next Ontario election should be held on school holiday or weekend, says chief electoral officer
In his post-vote report on Ontario’s 2018 election, Greg Essensa also recommends extending the writ period itself and giving Elections Ontario the power to levy fines.
Oil hits six-month high as U.S. ends Iran import waivers
Elevated prices expected to last through the year, but Canadian oil companies “missing the boat” on rising demand
Redeemer, McMaster officials says new development charge rules will put projects in jeopardy
Hamilton proposes to eliminate development charges for education institutions
UPDATE: Mary St. residents cleared to return home following odour investigation
Sewer system was flushed after discovery of petroleum-based smell
Historical photos: Hamilton’s grand courthouse and its demolition
Hamilton’s old majestic county courthouse at 50 Main St. E. was built in 1879 and demolished in 1956.
Geoff Connor wants to be next Pigskin Pete
Geoff Connor is hoping his quest to become the next Pigskin Pete will be a big slam.The 36-year-old public high school teacher and former professional wrestler is one of two finalists for the job of head cheerleader and ambassador for the Hamilto
Melinda Gates talks 'brash' Microsoft culture in new book
Melinda Gates talks 'brash' Microsoft culture in new book
San Francisco at 'boiling point' over tech, houses, homeless
San Francisco at 'boiling point' over tech, houses, homeless
Hamilton parents sketchy on what kids are being taught
The Hamilton public school board’s efforts to help students struggling to meet provincial standards on math, reading and writing appear to be lost on many parents.
Patients at Richmond Hill health centre could have been exposed to measles
York Region Public Health says lab results have confirmed a travel-related case of the disease.
Patients at Richmond Hill Fountain Medical and Wellness Centre could have been exposed to measles
York Region Public Health says lab results have confirmed a travel-related case of the disease.
UPDATE: Gas smell coming from sewer forces evacuation of 60 homes on Mary Street
Sewer system is being flushed after discovery of petroleum-based smell
Long-term care workers plan rally at Queen’s Park on April 30 to demand more protection
Two new reports indicate 88 per cent of long-term care staff in Ontario experience violence on the job. A union poll also found 88 per cent of PSWs and RPNs have experienced physical violence.
Hamilton's provincial PC nomination meeting that made history
After an 18-month investigation Hamilton Police decide there was "insufficient" evidence to charge anyone.
On 4-20, Nova Scotia police raid cannabis store and charge two people from Halifax
Police in Nova Scotia raided a cannabis store in Sackville – on what was 4-20 – with two people from Halifax now facing charges.
Buchanan Park School Opera Club is 25
Dawn Martens says she can’t believe how fast the time has gone.It was 25 years ago that the now-veteran music teacher at Buchanan Park Elementary School started an opera club.“It’s been a wonderful journey and a privilege to work with this com
Toronto’s latest pot vendor opens in time for 4/20
Nova Cannabis on Queen St. W. gets past the obstacles and opens Saturday in time for a day that cannabis users have come to claim as theirs
Talking pot shop: Leaders in retail cannabis talk about working with uncertainty and hiring for it
Reflecting on Canada’s cannabis retail market six months after legalization, industry experts had one word to capture their experience: uncertainty.
Homes evacuated on Mary Street, from Barton to Cannon, for “odour investigation”
Hazardous materials call closes central Hamilton street
Improvements planned for turnpike stop in Oklahoma
Improvements planned for turnpike stop in Oklahoma
Improvements planned for turnpike stop in Oklahoma
Improvements planned for turnpike stop in Oklahoma
Homeless activists outside Notre Dame demand “a roof too”
Paris police monitored the peaceful protest but didn’t intervene.
Post-legalization, Alberta cannabis fans look ahead with 4-20 ‘protestival’
Alberta’s first 4-20 celebration with legal cannabis felt a little less like a protest and a little more like a celebration.
In Venezuela, women sell hair as another way to get by
Valery Díaz covered her eyes and held her breath before looking in a hair salon mirror to see herself without much of the long dark hair that used to frame her face.
Notre Dame fire was a warning bell. But will Europe listen?
Notre Dame fire was a warning bell. But will Europe listen?
Three in critical condition after emergency at Winnipeg apartment pool
Emergency crews were called to a swimming pool in a Winnipeg apartment complex Sunday evening.
‘Insane in the brain’: Tens of thousands fill Vancouver park for first 4-20 fest since legalization
Vancouver’s 25th annual 4-20 cannabis festival, the first to be held since Canada’s legalization of the substance, is being unfairly “demonized” for its part-celebration, part-protest of “out of whack” pot penalties, an organizer said.
Break from daily stresses, indulge in ‘me’ time at Aroma Day Spa
A new destination for escape has arrived in Stoney Creek.
Relay Coffee Roasters leaving Concession Street
The issueRelay Coffee Roasters is leaving Concession StreetThe local impactThe community is losing a popular cafe and four jobs
'I was shocked': Police say Oakville driver playing Pokémon GO while entering highway
A driver in Oakville was forced to leave his car behind Monday morning after Halton Regional Police say he was playing Pokémon GO moments before entering the highway.
Eaglet welcomed as new addition at Dollywood
Eaglet welcomed as new addition at Dollywood
Hamilton examining automated speed enforcement in school zones
City officials could soon have a variety of tools to combat speeding and aggressive driving in neighbourhoods, says David Ferguson, Hamilton’s superintendent of traffic engineering.
Appeals court rules Chelsea Manning to remain in jail in Julian Assange case
She can still appeal to the full Fourth Circuit or Supreme Court.
Hamilton public health officials wait for Ontario's next move on paramedic changes
Ontario announced it will integrate 59 emergency health service operators and 22 dispatch services into 10 units.
Hamilton's millennial generation faces mental health problems, according to Mac study
"Mental health is a serious issues," said Jeffrey Martin, co-researcher on McMaster University report.
With flood waters likely to keep rising, more than 1500 people leave their homes in Quebec
Sandbagging efforts in high gear in Quebec, New Brunswick flood zones
Elizabeth Warren proposes cancelling student loan debt, free public college
The proposal would cancel up to $50,000 in debt for people with annual household income under $100,000.
Notre Dame fire was a warning bell. But will Europe listen?
Notre Dame fire was a warning bell. But will Europe listen?
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