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Updated 2025-02-13 09:15
Experts call Ontario’s full-day kindergarten ‘visionary.’ The Ford government is eyeing changes
The province has launched consultations into full-day kindergarten, even though experts say it is a success.
Here’s your primer on the SNC-Lavalin drama in Canadian politics
Can the attorney general intervene in criminal cases? What’s a DPA? And are there rules against political interference?
She made history by entering a holy Indian shrine. Her family locked her out of the house
A mother of two from a conservative family in southern India, Kanakadurga was told over and over again by her relatives how a good wife should behave.
Restaurant Brands reports US$163M Q4 profit, narrowly tops expectations
Restaurant Brands International Inc., the company behind Tim Hortons, Burger King and Popeyes restaurants, narrowly topped profit expectations as it reported its fourth-quarter results.
‘You’re still as beautiful as when I first met you’: Seniors reunite after months apart
Karl Pettay has asked about his wife almost daily in the months they’ve been separated.
LCBO beefs up security to help curb theft problem
The Crown corporation will also implement “industry-leading” technology to stop thieves.
Waterloo twins show off their hockey skills on Ellen’s show
Carson and Connor Cline win plaudits from friends and ‘fans around the world.’
Unvaccinated teens are fact-checking their parents and trying to get shots on their own
In three states, at least three self-described teenagers told Reddit they have a common problem: Their parents are staunchly opposed to vaccination, and they fear for their health if they do not take action.
HSR drivers hailed for saving senior on frigid night
Family raises serious questions about how 85-year-old went missing from Hamilton General Hospital during the extreme cold
Free admission to city museums with a Hamilton Public Library Card launches Family Day weekend
One-year pilot project.
Texas councilman calls Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez a ‘bimbo’ before apologizing and deleting account
The context surrounding Dunn’s tweet is unclear as he deleted his account amid criticism and backlash online, but it was in “defense of the President” and his recent State of the Union Address, the Dallas Morning-News reported.
Tiger kills tiger: Could the London Zoo fatal love match been avoided?
Staff members at London Zoo were “heartbroken” after a high-risk matchmaking operation involving two rare Sumatran tigers went horribly wrong Friday. The male’s deadly mauling of the female tiger soon after they met drew an outpouring of reactions on social media.
Obituary: John McPhee was a legendary high school football coach at Cathedral
McPhee — who helmed a golden era for football at Cathedral High School in the 1960s — died Jan. 18 at the age of 90 in Ancaster.
Hamilton Conservation Authority issues Lake Ontario flood watch
Strong winds expected to cause waves as high as 2.5 metres
Grammy recap: Brutally honest reviews of every 2019 performance
Every Grammys ceremony has its enduring performances that will endure as shining moments in the artists' careers.
Woman injured, dog dies in Wellington Street South fire
Firefighters quickly contained the blaze, but it caused damage estimated at around $295,000.
Every day, this Hamilton mother posts a tribute to her murdered daughter on Facebook
Holly Hamilton’s ex-boyfriend is charged with murdering her just over a year ago. Next week, the sign outside City Hall will be lit up in purple in memory of those affected by domestic violence.
City says several Red Hill Valley Parkway reports are “not currently public”
Spectator requesting more reports be made public after troubling five-year-old friction test revealed
A princess vanishes. A video offers alarming clues.
Sheikha Latifa first faced rigid restrictions after her sister’s failed escape attempt years earlier.
Hamilton neighbours do road hockey in style
Hockey Day in Canada is celebrated with friends and family, the young and the young at heart, on Park Row South.
Volaris to offer flight from Albuquerque to Chihuahua
Volaris to offer flight from Albuquerque to Chihuahua
Ariana Grande a no-show despite winning first Grammy Award
Ariana Grande accused Grammy telecast executive producer Ken Ehrlich of lying about discussions with the superstar singer concerning performing at Sunday’s ceremony.
Peterborough-raised songwriter Greg Wells on the euphoria of winning a Grammy
Wells was nominated twice before, for Katy Perry’s “Teenage Dream” and Mika’s single “Love Today.” He said after losing both of those Grammys, he wasn’t expecting to win this time.
Hamilton councillors hold closed-door interviews in Niagara-on-the-Lake for new city manager
Councillors are considering a number of candidates to replace the departed Chris Murray, who left Hamilton to become the city manager of Toronto.
Gaga’s ‘Shallow’ keeps racking up awards, with the Grammys honouring the song Sunday
Women were strongly represented at this year’s Grammys compared to last year, where male acts dominated in nominations and the only woman competing for the top award, Lorde, didn’t get a chance to perform onstage.
Toronto R&B singer Daniel Caesar wins his first Grammy Award
Other Canadians scoring awards included violinist James Ehnes, violinist Lili Haydn, producer Greg Wells and Willo Perron.
Pair sentenced in 2018 robbery, shooting on Emerald Street
Victim was shot through the neck in tussle over cellphone
Historical photo: Hairpin havoc at the old Claremont access in 1969
Few mountain residents would recall with any fondness the old twisting Claremont access that used to ice up in winter, sprout pot holes in spring and carry bumper to bumper traffic always. The picture shows traffic in 1969 lined up to make the sharp hairpin turn on the steep old access.
‘Strategic messaging’: Russian fighters in Arctic spark debate on Canada’s place
The newspaper Izvestia reported late last month that Russia’s military will resume fighter patrols to the North Pole for the first time in 30 years
Coast Guard breaking ice at Grand River
Grand River Conservation Authority called in the Coast Guard to reduce the risk of flooding due to ice jams
Hamilton Winterfest fun at Memorial Park
The Canteen at Memorial Park in Waterdown was a feature event this weekend during Hamilton’s Winterfest. Saturday’s activities included live music, an air hockey tournament, free skating on the outdoor loop, a firepit, a marketplace, refreshments and a kids' obstacle course.
Newly-discovered insect in caves in B.C. could be a survivor from ice age
It has six legs, no eyes, and a whitish, almost transparent colour.
Royal Canadian Air Force wants more than a few good pilots as it’s losing many of them to commercial jobs
A shortage of experienced pilots in force creates a challenge ensuring younger pilots are properly trained, but leaders are relying on retention strategies and simulators to help.
Pair sentenced in 2018 robbery, shooting
Victim was shot through the neck in tussle over cellphone
Hairpin havoc at the old Claremont access in 1969
Few mountain residents would recall with any fondness the old twisting Claremont access that used to ice up in winter, sprout pot holes in spring and carry bumper to bumper traffic always. The picture shows traffic in 1969 lined up to make the sharp hairpin turn on the steep old access.
Minnesota senator enters race for 2020 Democrat nod
Amy Klobuchar, 58, is the fifth woman serving in Congress to announce her candidacy, joining a crowded and diverse field of Democratic presidential hopefuls.
Opposition denounces Quebec government plan to cancel immigration applications
Quebec’s official Opposition is calling on Premier Francois Legault’s government to back down from its plan to cancel some 18,000 pending permanent residence applications as it looks to overhaul its system for selecting newcomers.
Warren takes on Trump, says he may not be ‘free’ in 2020
Democratic contender for president has challenge ahead as she acknowledges Trump’s ability to provoke, seeks to reveal her own vision for the future of the U.S.
“Off” the waterfront, finally, for Ross, who’s worked the Hamilton docks for 40 years
Ross Livingstone is retiring after 40 years of working on the docks. It’s in his family. He’s third generation and now his son has followed in his footsteps
Andrew Scheer met with SNC-Lavalin chief over criminal charges
Conservative leader’s office takes no position on question of deal for SNC-Lavalin to avoid criminal charges. “Hell no,” the New Democrats say.
Carbon tax case by Saskatchewan and Ottawa ‘monumental’ for Constitution, expert says
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says tax is a necessary mechanism to fight climate change.
Iran’s revolution bridged sectarian rift before deepening it
Islamists initially saw Iran’s revolution as the start of an effort to push out the strongman Arab nationalism that had taken hold across the Middle East.
Man attacked at Beach Boulevard home Friday night, police say
A 33-year-old man is facing an aggravated assault charge.
Alexandre Bissonnette judge’s ‘unusual’ sentencing likely to be appealed: experts
Bissonnette pleaded guilty to six counts of first-degree murder and six of attempted murder after he opened fire at the Islamic Cultural Centre in Quebec City in 2017.
Senate fixes vibrating camera ahead of TV broadcasting debut
The Canadian Press reported last week that the Senate was forced to bring in a special engineer to deal with wobbly cameras as the Red Chamber prepared to start broadcasting for the very first time.
NDP on SNC-Lavalin prosecution deal: ‘Hell no’
NDP ethics critic Charlie Angus says the Quebec engineering giant should not be eligible to bid on public contracts due to corruption charges.
LCBO adding security guards at select locations to combat liquor thefts
The Crown corporation will also implement “industry-leading” technology to stop thieves.
Unifor’s high-profile campaign against GM is a also a fight for its future
The dispute is likely to be a drawn-out affair as Unifor looks to protect unionized jobs — and its reputation.
B.C. moves closer to money laundering public inquiry; feds vow ‘crack down’
Money laundering in British Columbia has become a top issue for the federal and provincial governments with federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau vowing a crackdown, while the province considers a public inquiry.
PHOTOS: Taking winter in stride on Hamilton Harbour
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