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Updated 2025-02-13 18:01
Georgia Peach opens in new location one day after Hamilton police shutter 4 of their dispensaries
“It shows the resources of some of those in this illegal industry,” says Deputy Chief Dan Kinsella
Official: 'Mystery' volunteer cleaned bathrooms at monument
Official: 'Mystery' volunteer cleaned bathrooms at monument
Kingston youth facing terror charges held until at least next week
The RCMP charged the youth last week, saying he tried to persuade someone to plant a bomb.
Metrolinx to ban recreational pot use for some workers, union to fight move
Regional transit agency Metrolinx plans to ban workers in so-called safety sensitive positions from using recreational cannabis on or off duty.
Councillor wants Hamiltonians to get break on park access
A Mountain city councillor says he wants to see an end to Hamiltonians being “crowded out of their own backyard” when trying to visit popular conservation areas like Webster’s Falls on weekends and holidays during the peak tourist season.
Truck blew stop sign moments before Humboldt bus crash, court hears
Prosecutor tells the court there was no way possible the driver of the bus could have avoided the collision.
Storm watch: Up to 20 cm of snow expected
Update: QEW express GO buses cancelled, libraries closing early.
Shutdown halted crash probes, could cost critical evidence
Shutdown halted crash probes, could cost critical evidence
Wandering Artsfest lands in Westdale
Artsfest to take place June 22 and 23 in Westdale Village
Back to business: MPs sharpen political chops in Ottawa ahead of election
Some MPs began the day seeking directions around a temporary House of Commons, built in the refurbished West Block while the iconic Centre Block undergoes a major makeover.
‘Significant development’ expected in Bruce McArthur’s case, police say
Lead detective Insp. Hank Idsinga has said the McArthur investigation marked the largest forensic examination in the force’s history.
Hamilton overdose prevention site partners split
Shelter Health Network pulls out of partnership with Urban Core citing “significant challenges”
Signpost: Online permit requests, a HMCS Sackville model, and a science fair
A new City of Hamilton service will enable applicants to do their building permit requests online. Those interested can visit www.hamilton.ca/eplans to learn how. It is, according to the city, as simple as completing an online application, uploading digital drawings and documents and sending revisions in electronically, then waiting to receive a permit. The service is part of the city’s “Open for Business” initiative to streamline processes and encourage investment.
U.S. unveils criminal charges against China’s Huawei
U.S. attorney general says “We are deeply grateful to the government of Canada” as the Chinese hi-tech giant is slammed for allegedly misleading multinational banks on Iran and stealing U.S. technology.
Crown alleges Toronto man killed, dismembered woman and dumped remains in trash
A Toronto man lured a woman into his apartment where he killed her, cut her body into pieces and dumped them in the trash in an effort to cover up his crime, prosecutors alleged Monday.
Some provinces creating challenges for infrastructure projects: Trudeau
Big city mayors meet with feds and float idea of an intergovernmental forum to put cities at table with Ottawa if provinces are not playing ball.
Luxor Capital to own Atlantic City's Ocean Resort Casino
Luxor Capital to own Atlantic City's Ocean Resort Casino
Rescuers search in deep mud after Brazil dam breach
60 dead, 292 still missing
‘Significant development’ expected in case of alleged serial killer Bruce McArthur: police
The 67-year-old landscaper is charged in the deaths of eight men.
A timeline of the Bruce McArthur case and the police investigation into the Gay Village killings
The Star intends to update this timeline as the Bruce McArthur case unfolds.
Quebec seeks data on teachers’ religious symbols
Head of Quebec’s largest school board ‘flabbergasted’ by inquiry
Federal government officials to examine ‘serious housing’ situation in Cat Lake
Indigenous leaders say mould and lack of funds for routine maintenance have caused health problems, including lung infections in children, in the northern Ontario community of Cat Lake.
Ryerson student union executives suspended: report
Campus newspaper reported on alleged fiscal mismanagement
Realizing the value of their data, consumers begin to demand more for it
Daniel Sweeney has been a customer of Bell Canada for more than 20 years but that’s about to change.
Panel puts brakes on efforts to unionize Disney Lyft drivers
Panel puts brakes on efforts to unionize Disney Lyft drivers
Hamilton man allegedly caught with $2,600 in meth
Police charged 46-year-old after following stolen vehicle
U.K. leader Theresa May under new pressure to secure EU Brexit concessions
Chief executives of McDonald’s and supermarket chains Sainsbury’s and Waitrose were among signatories to a letter to lawmakers warning of “significant disruption” if the U.K. leaves without a deal.
Polar vortex to seize U.S. midwest with coldest weather in a generation
Forecasters expect Wednesday’s high to be -25 C in Chicago.
Police advise drivers to avoid going up Kenilworth Access
Road salt truck spills its load
Innovation Factory expanding into collaborative space at MIP
Hamilton’s regional innovation centre will move to a $2.4-million collaborative space at McMaster Innovation Park on Longwood Road South.
A day after police shut down four Georgia Peach locations, the illegal Hamilton dispensary opened new location
“It shows the resources of some of those in this illegal industry,” says Deputy Chief Dan Kinsella
A tiny screw shows why iPhones won’t be ‘assembled in U.S.A.’
When Apple began making the Mac Pro in Texas, it struggled to find enough screws.
E-scooters, bikes and alcohol delivery part of Uber Canada’s plans for 2019
Managers from the U.S. tech giant’s Canadian arm say they are exploring expanding alcohol delivery to provinces beyond B.C., where the service was launched last year.
Remind.com claims partial victory on texting service
San Francisco company says Bell Canada has informed the company that it will reverse a fee increase, but Rogers Communications hasn’t done so.
Just say no to intensification projects, says Hamilton Coun. Chad Collins
"I don't know why we have bylaws in place with limits because it seems there are no limits," said Ward 5 Coun. Chad Collins.
New tell-all book says Trump adviser spoke dismissively about refugees
‘Team of Vipers: My 500 Extraordinary Days in the Trump White House’ by former aide Cliff Sims due out this week
Woman on the hook for costly repairs after the designated driver she hired crashed her car
Insurance companies say there is no coverage for designated driving companies and liability falls to the car owner.
China repeats demand for Huawei executive’s release as Ottawa seeks replacement for McCallum
A spokesman for China’s foreign ministry called the forced resignation Friday of Canada’s ambassador to China a matter of “Canada’s domestic affairs” and said China “has no comment on it.”
UPDATE: Heavy snow expected throughout the day
Up to 20 cm expected by tonight
Majority of Toronto residents want public waterfront access at Ontario Place — not a casino, poll finds
Forum Research poll shows many Torontonians disapprove of a casino at a revamped Ontario Place, but they are supportive of a landmark Ferris wheel.
‘We heard you loud and clear on Bill 66,’ Premier Doug Ford assures rural Ontario municipalities
Ford said last week’s cancellation of a contentious section of Bill 66 is significant, he told the Rural Ontario Municipalities Association conference Monday,
Mohawk's Community Employment Services gives job seekers an edge
If you need a job or you’re just looking for some career advancement, registering with Mohawk College’s Community Employment Services could be your best move.
UPDATE: Snow storm already hitting Hamilton
Drivers are warned to prepare for quickly changing conditions and deteriorating conditions on the road.
VanderBeek expects to deal with ongoing Flamborough issues
In 2019, Ward 13 Coun. Arlene VanderBeek is expecting learn more of the specific concerns from the Flamborough portion of the redrawn ward.
Police looking for alleged Burlington shoe thief
BURLINGTON — Halton police are looking for an alleged shoe thief who struck a Burlington business on Jan. 16.
Scammer posed as police officer asking for money, Norfolk OPP warn
Caller demanded $12,500 claiming grandson was arrested for impaired driving
Managing growth key for Ward 15 trustee Deathe in 2019
Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Ward 15 trustee Penny Deathe said she expects 2019 to be about managing the area’s growth.
Sentencing of truck driver responsible for Humboldt bus crash begins Monday
Jaskirat Singh Sidhu, transport truck driver, pleaded guilty to 29 charges after his truck collided with the junior hockey team’s bus at a rural Saskatchewan intersection in April.
BlackBerry names Cisco executive Bryan Palma new COO
BlackBerry Ltd. named has named Bryan Palma as president and chief operating officer.
Ontario family doctors average $400,000-plus for part-time hours. Province wants to claw back pay
Doctors warn if they’re hit with another pay cut patients will end up paying the price.
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