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Updated 2025-07-12 01:15
Hamilton proposes planning fee hikes that will impact development community, says councillors
"Not too many municipalities have fee increases this high," said Sergio Manchia, of Urban Solutions.
Police investigate suspicious fire in Stoney Creek
Firefighters stopped blaze in two cars from spreading to house
Two Ivory Coast men arrested in Clement sexting scandal: report
An Ivory Coast police report matches description of alleged sexting and extortion attempts against former Conservative MP Tony Clement.
STORM WATCH: Closures, cancellations and updates
The heavy snow is expected to begin Saturday morning and continue into the evening.
‘Slow down,’ Hamilton police say, as fluffy white stuff falls from sky
Police warns drivers to slow down as 15 to 25 cm of snow has started falling
West Virginia lawmaker seeks to end food stamp ban
West Virginia lawmaker seeks to end food stamp ban
Hamilton approves six-storey apartment complex for Grays Road in Stoney Creek
"Clearly, this is the right location for this modest increase in density," said John Ariens, of the IBI Group.
Ex-Interpol chief’s wife seeks asylum in France
Grace Meng, wife of Meng Hongwei, the former Interpol president, has remained in France, where the organization has its headquarters, since his arrest.
Hamilton takes control of Auchmar Estate restoration plan
"The heritage community seems very supportive of the City of Hamilton moving forward with a business plan for the site," said Ward 8 Coun. John-Paul Danko.
U.S. airstrike in Somalia kills 52 al-Shabab extremists
The U.S. military says it has carried out an airstrike in Somalia that killed 52 al-Shabab extremists in response to an attack on Somali forces.
Police say male pedestrian dies in hospital after collision in London, Ont.
Police say a 63-year-old man is dead after he was struck by a vehicle in London, Ont.
There’s an app for that? CRA eyes new, digitally secure way to access services
Canada’s tax agency has quietly tested a new way for Canadians to log in to their online accounts that should make it easier for Canadians to access government services while keeping would-be crooks out.
Bus collision in Bolivia leaves at least 22 dead, 37 injured
A head-on highway collision between two buses occurred Saturday on the road to Challapata, a town about 250 kilometres from the main city of La Paz.
Boston Common to get $28 million in improvements
Boston Common to get $28 million in improvements
New York City gives letter grades for food cart cleanliness
New York City gives letter grades for food cart cleanliness
Canadian oil surge fails to lift producers out of the doldrums
Alberta’s crude curtailment plan has caused a dramatic rise in the price of heavy Canadian oil. But for shares of energy companies, it hasn’t been as much of a help.
Kansas veteran to restore historic Route 66 gas station
Kansas veteran to restore historic Route 66 gas station
Kansas veteran to restore historic Route 66 gas station
Kansas veteran to restore historic Route 66 gas station
Trump pays tribute to Americans killed in Syrian attack
U.S. President Donald Trump was paying tribute Saturday to the four Americans killed in a suicide bomb attack in Syria this week as he set off to Dover Air Force Base for the return of their remains.
Americans face deadline to file paperwork for Huawei executive’s extradition
If the U.S. misses the deadline to file the required paperwork in the Meng case, the door could open for Meng’s eventual release.
Provincial cuts leave adults with disabilities ‘hanging on a ledge’
Ontario axes program that helps adults with autism and other developmental disabilities build rich and meaningful lives.
Wild week over Brexit leaves British politics in crisis mode
In the Commons chamber, Prime Minister Theresa May suffered the biggest defeat in Parliament’s history over her European Union divorce deal, narrowly survived a no-confidence vote the next day and was left scrambling for a workable new Brexit plan.
First tangible signs of shutdown progress may be emerging
President Donald Trump is promising a “major announcement” about the closure and the U.S.-Mexico border, and Democrats are pledging more money for border security in what are the first signs of movement in the weeks-long shutdown.
Trump to hold second summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un
President Donald Trump will hold a second summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to try to broker a deal to coax the North to give up its nuclear program.
Can Trudeau’s government convince First Nations to allow the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion?
It won’t be easy, and it gets complicated fast. As one First Nation’s leader points out, the original pipeline never received his community’s support so how can they approve another one through their territory?
Congress to probe report that Trump directed lawyer to lie
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff, D-Calif., said “we will do what’s necessary to find out if it’s true.”
Tobogganing in Hamilton and other weekend events
Snow good
Doug Ford hires Hazel McCallion for $150,000 a year as ‘special adviser’
The former Mississauga mayor will offer advice to the Ontario government on a range of municipal issues.
Hamilton Catholic school board plans to expand French Immersion program
Elementary schools offering French Immersion would increase from three to five.
The beat goes on for vinyl without the country’s leading distributor
Stores, manufacturers and customers scramble and wonder how long the vinyl fad can continue in the wake of the closure of the country’s leading vinyl wholesaler
LRT turns fairy tale ending into rubble jeopardy for spectacularly revitalized St. Clair apartments
Neighbours pitched in to buy a derelict apartment building, to save the neighbourhood. They turned it around beautifully. Now it’s to be torn down.
‘Hurricane Hazel’ McCallion appointed adviser to Premier Doug Ford
In a release, the provincial government says Hazel McCallion will advise Ford and Municipal Affairs Minister Steve Clark on a range of municipal issues and will receive up to $150,000 per year.
Federal ministers seek to reassure family of Canadian woman missing in West Africa
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Friday all indications are that a Canadian woman who has been missing in Burkina Faso for more than a month is still alive.
Always time for shinny
Clusters of bright red common barberry hang from branches overlooking a game of shinny down on the ice off Valley Inn Road. Sun and cold made a perfect combination for this, our quintessential winter pastime.
Dundas 71 Main St. project approved by appeal tribunal
The Issue: Appeal of proposed 71 Main St. development dismissedThe Impact: Concern the decision sets precedent for future intensification
One-armed explosives expert blamed for bombing
Colombia says it’s the deadliest attack in 15 years, carried out by last remaining rebel group.
Signpost: Learn about aging, get a ribbon to promote school bus safety or go on a museum tour
A free public presentation will explore what it means to live a longer life while a ribbon campaign reminds drivers about school bus safety and a museum gives out freshly-baked scones.
Democrats to investigate claims Trump told Cohen to lie to Congress
Time for Mueller to “show Congress his cards before it’s too late for us to act,” tweets Senate Democrat Chris Murphy.
New sign goes up on restored Westdale Theatre
Grand reopening set for Feb. 14 will feature “Casablanca”
Cat Lake First Nation in northern Ontario declares state of emergency over housing
The declaration lists excessive mould, structural issues and a lack of funds for routine maintenance as causing health issues that include invasive bacterial diseases and lung infections.
Ottawa looking into case where Saudi fled sex charges after embassy posted bail
Federal officials are looking into how a Saudi man may have fled Canada while facing sexual assault charges, as legal experts suspect the Middle Eastern kingdom’s embassy played a key role.
Pelosi cancels Afghanistan trip, cites Trump ‘leak’
President had said it would be best if she remained in Washington to negotiate to reopen the government.
‘I really don’t need the money’: Halifax man to give $600K poker win to charity
Scott Wellenbach, 67, who finished third in the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure Main Event, says he “was playing for the province of Nova Scotia”
Province seeking ideas to redevelop Ontario Place
The government’s parameters say they won’t consider proposals for any residential uses, but the possibility of a casino is left open.
Canadian charged with indecency after flight from Hong Kong to Australia
Australian Federal Police arrested the 28-year-old man on arrival in Adelaide on Thursday. They say the man indecently assaulted two female cabin crew members.
British sailor acquitted in gang-rape case at Halifax-area military base
Judge questions credibility of complainant whose testimony was contradicted by a friend
The best Rx for teens addicted to vaping? No one knows
Many young users will be hampered by withdrawal symptoms
Hamilton snow storms of the past
Canadian held in Kenya, accused of aiding gunmen in deadly attack in capital Nairobi
The family of Guleid Abdihakim, a Canadian national according to prosecutors, is receiving consular services, says Global Affairs Canada.
Milk vodka? Federal government opens consultations on definition of vodka
Craft distillers are now making vodka out of everything from grapes to apples to dairy products.
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