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Updated 2025-02-22 08:47
Weekend planner: Bulldogs doubleheader, interactive flight experience at Warplane Heritage, Peach Tree bird count
Hamilton Bulldogs take on the Sarnia Sting in Jr. A action Saturday at 4 p.m. and the Niagara IceDogs Sunday at 2 p.m.
Photo: Fresh-air Friday
Protest planned as Brock prof returns to class
A public demonstration at Brock University is being planned for next week when a professor disciplined for sexual harassment returns to the classroom after an almost three-year absence.
Muir Woods to close Monday because of government shutdown
Muir Woods to close Monday because of government shutdown
Vehicle set on fire in Burlington was stolen: Halton police
Halton police believe a vehicle that was set on fire in the parking lot of a local service club had been stolen.
Two-year-old girl dies after Christmas Day crash in Burford
Police say Foster Butler died of her injuries Jan. 1
Filipino workers speak out against Halifax businessperson in immigration fraud case
Hector Mantolino, originally from the Philippines, pleaded guilty in December 2017 to misrepresentation under provisions of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
ASIMIL8 licence plate should never have been issued: court documents
Manitoba Public Insurance confiscated the plate in 2017 after two Indigenous people complained the word was offensive because of the history of government assimilation policies.
Police need a clearly defined reason for stopping people for questioning, judge recommends after review
Justice Michael Tulloch said misinformation and confusion have taken root in Ontario over the years, with the key distinction being lost between police street checks and a specific subset known as carding.
Hamilton bird count sees 13 records set or tied
Birders spotted two new types of birds never seen before in the annual event
Food Guide revamp has farmers worried
One of the changes planned is a greater focus on plant-based foods.
Dangerous winter storm also serves up generosity in Oklahoma
Dangerous winter storm also serves up generosity in Oklahoma
Push carefully but do no harm to Canadians imprisoned in China: senator
Sen. Joseph Day said that engaging directly with Chinese lawmakers is crucial but his group doesn’t want to do anything to hurt Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor.
Part of Mojave National Preserve closed
Part of Mojave National Preserve closed
Ontario Liberals put off leadership race as focus shifts to federal election
A new leader may not be in place for as long as 18 months, Fraser said, with the party considering the impact of the federal vote that is likely to draw on resources from the provincial level.
Who will get Ontario’s first legal pot shops?
Hamilton entrepreneur Olivia Brown is applying for a store on Barton Street East, despite the fact that city council hasn’t yet decided if it will allow legal cannabis stores
U.S. government shutdown talks extend into weekend among aides
Talk isn’t cheap as Trump threatens to keep government doors closed until he gets billions for his wall.
China celebrates first surface exploration of moon’s far side
A Chinese space rover explored the lunar terrain on Friday in the world’s first mission on the surface of the far side of the moon.
Tropical storm’s rain, surging seas strike Thai beaches
Rain, wind and surging seawater from a tropical storm buffeted coastal villages and world-famous tourist resorts on southern Thailand’s east coast on Friday, knocking down trees and utility poles and flooding roads.
Despite harsh penalties, distracted driving isn't going away, says Hamilton police traffic safety officer
While fines for distracted driving have skyrocketed, many drivers still aren’t getting the message, according to Hamilton police Const. Claus Wagner.
NY governor touts plan to fix subway line without shutdown
NY governor touts plan to fix subway line without shutdown
Here are the Spectator names who bring you the news
It is dogged, creative, frustrating and rewarding work, writes Paul Berton.
Ski towns launch complaint hotline for short-term rentals
Ski towns launch complaint hotline for short-term rentals
Investigative journalism still has its place
Story of how techie “sociopath ... with no conscience” dooped esteemed investors out of millions by over-selling revolutionary blood-testing system.
Hot potato: Food Guide overhaul sparks debate
Hot potato: Food Guide makeover creates debate as Health Canada prepares release
Toronto area home sales fall to 10-year low
Greater Toronto home sales drop 16 per cent in 2018, fewer houses listed: TREB
Hamilton wards renamed to reflect new boundary geography
"It just reflects the new geography of the ward boundary," said Ward 5 Coun. Chad Collins.
Paul Whelan, American detained in Russia on espionage charges, linked to Britain and Ireland
The expanding passport list for Whelan, a 48-year-old former U.S. marine arrested last week in Moscow, has boosted the complexities and diplomatic fallout for Moscow.
Drugs, weapons seized during raid at Upper Wentworth townhouse in Hamilton
Three people were shot during a home invasion at same house nearly a year ago
U.S. politics set to become even more interesting
Donald and Robert and Chuck and Nancy: Washington will be must-see TV in 2019.
Argentine bishop at Holy See under investigation for sexual abuse allegations
Vatican spokesperson Alessandro Gisotti stressed that the allegations against Argentine Bishop Gustavo Zanchetta only emerged in recent months, nearly a year after Francis created the new position for him as “assessor” at the Holy See.
Thieves nab 1,200 pounds of N.S. lobster
Thieves nab 1,200 pounds of Nova Scotia lobster in two holiday heists
Dundas University Plaza variances not appealed
Company chosen for peer review of noise study
Association of Dundas Churches celebrates a remarkable 50 years
The Issue: Association of Dundas Churches celebrates 50 years of co-operation and service.The Impact: Partnership has resulted in several independent organizations and projects operating to this day.
Festive RIDE leads to charges against 12
POLICE UPDATES
Stocks pull a U-turn and soar after jobs report, trade talks
NEW YORK - Global stocks are soaring Friday and reversing the big losses they suffered just a day ago. The Dow Jones Industrial Average soared almost 600 points in the latest twist in a wild three months for markets.
5 children heading to Disney killed in fiery Florida crash
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Five children heading to Disney World in a church van from Louisiana died along with two truck drivers in a fiery crash on Interstate 75 in north Florida, the Florida Highway Patrol said Friday.
Chinese censors go low-tech to clamp down on Twitter: A knock on the door
HONG KONG - The 50-year-old software engineer was tapping away at his computer in November when state security officials filed into his office on mainland China.
Collision leads to impaired driving charge for Peterborough woman
A city woman was arrested early Saturday morning after a vehicle hit a pole at Lansdowne Street and Monaghan Road at about 3:50 a.m.
Greater Toronto home sales down 16% in 2018
Greater Toronto home sales drop 16 per cent in 2018, fewer houses listed: TREB
Fewer affected in Marriott hack, but passports a red flag
Fewer affected in Marriott hack, but passports a red flag
Alaska begins issuing licenses compliant with REAL ID
Alaska begins issuing licenses compliant with REAL ID
China begins first surface exploration of moon's far side
BEIJING - A Chinese space rover explored the lunar terrain on Friday in the world's first mission on the surface of the far side of the moon.
Police: 4 skiers likely dead after avalanche in Norway
Police: 4 skiers likely dead after avalanche in Norway
Police: 4 skiers likely dead after avalanche in Norway
Police: 4 skiers likely dead after avalanche in Norway
7 killed, 8 injured in crash, explosion on Florida highway
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Two big rigs and two passenger vehicles collided and spilled diesel fuel across a Florida highway Thursday, sparking a massive fire that killed seven people and injured at least eight others, authorities said.
ONTARIO COLD CASE: Christine Jessop series garners 6 tips for police
Last year Metroland Media published a three-part series into the horrific murder of Christine Jessop - a crime that has left many in the tragic tale's wake. The intention was to reinvigorate Christine's case in hopes of finding the identity of her sadistic killer. There remains an intense resolve to find the culprit. So intense, in fact, that after the stories were published, six people came forward to share information.
Alaska begins issuing licenses compliant with REAL ID
Alaska begins issuing licenses compliant with REAL ID
Driver held after hitting scooter rider in California chase
Pursuit shuts down major Southern California freeway
Driver held after hitting scooter rider in California chase
Pursuit shuts down major Southern California freeway
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