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Rothsay discharges to Spencer Creek to get more study
The Hamilton Conservation Authority says it needs to do more study before allowing the Rothsay meat-rendering plant on Highway 5 to permanently change its discharge period for treated wastewater that eventually winds up in Spencer Creek.
Peterborough man sent to prison for violent robbery in North Kawartha Township
A 22-year-old Peterborough man is going to federal prison for a robbery he committed when he was 18.
Niagara singers gather for Showcase
Niagara singer/songwriter Ola Kiermacz will host a showcase for some of her original songs at the Warehouse Concert Hall in St. Catharines Aug. 16.
Ontario wants feds to foot $200M bill for asylum seekers in the province
Ontario is renewing its demand that the federal government foot the entire bill for services provided to thousands of irregular border crossers who are seeking asylum in the province.
Ontario elementary teachers should teach modernized sex-ed curriculum: union
A union representing Ontario’s elementary school teachers is calling on its members to continue to teach a modernized sex-ed curriculum despite the provincial government’s decision to revert to a 20-year-old lesson plan.
Young West Coast orca in a tough slog to keep up with her pod: experts
A wildlife biologist says an ailing female killer whale off the west coast of Washington state is “slogging along” with her pod, but is at times unable to keep up.
Ontario to sell pot in private stores in 2019
Ontario to sell pot online in fall, in private retail stores next year
Home Capital Group Inc. net income up in Q2
Home Capital Group Inc. net income up in Q2, but below analyst expectations
White man charged with fatally shooting black man in Florida
Prosecutors charged a white man with manslaughter Monday in the death of an unarmed black man whose video-recorded shooting in a store parking lot has revived debate over Florida’s “stand your ground” law.
Man suffers serious injuries in construction accident
A man in his 30s was taken to hospital after an accident at a residential construction site in Flamborough
Rolling back sex-ed curriculum ‘irresponsible, reckless,’ teachers’ union president says
Teachers will not be ‘muzzled’ by a government whose political agenda takes precedence over the protection of students, ETFO president Sam Hammond tells Ontario teachers.
Highlights of Ontario's new cannabis plan
Highlights of Ontario's private cannabis retail model and online platform
Ontario to sell pot online in fall and in private stores next year
Ontario will sell recreational cannabis online only when it is legalized Oct. 17 and allow “tightly regulated” private retail stores into the weed business by next April 1.
Gun used in Fredericton killings legally obtainable, suspect had licence
Police say a Fredericton man charged with killing four people Friday had a firearms licence, and the long gun allegedly used in the deadly shooting can be legally obtained in Canada.
Markham man found guilty of Burlington woman's murder eligible for parole in about 11 years
BURLINGTON- A 46-year-old Markham man who partially decapitated his Burlington girlfriend during an Oct. 27, 2014 incident has been sentenced to life in prison, but will be eligible for parole in about 11 years.
Grateful St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton patient and business leader gives back
John Ribson, a grateful St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton patient and local business owner, has announced a $1-million commitment to research at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.
Innovation Notebook
Hamilton health news from how much salt is safe to eat to the prevalence of depression and anxiety disorders among teen newcomers.
ClubLink calls Oakville heritage bylaw discriminatory
Glen Abbey Golf Course owner ClubLink is once again on the offensive claiming no other heritage properties in Oakville have received the same restrictive treatment to which they have been subjected.
Supply management, abortion on Tory agenda
Supply management, abortion among policies Tories to debate at convention
Ont. government to sell pot online-only in fall, and allow private store sales next year
Ontario says it will sell recreational cannabis through an online retail channel when it is legalized this fall, with plans to have pot in private retail stores early next year.
A boom in taste for octopus squeezes market
Whether it’s spiced in the Spanish style or sliced as Japanese sashimi, octopus as a dish is becoming a victim of its own popularity.
How to find and delete where Google knows you’ve been
Even if you have “Location History” off, Google often stores your precise location. Here’s how to delete those markers and some best-effort practices that keep your location as private as possible.
GoFundMe 'reviewing' Fredericton shooting fundraisers
GoFundMe 'reviewing' Fredericton shooting fundraisers after police tweet
Thinkr Marketing group launches new digital division
Thinkr Marketing Group has launched a new digital division alongside Nova Digital Marketing.
Toronto stock market lower, loonie slips
Toronto stock market lower as energy and materials move down, loonie slips
Ontario pauses opening three overdose-prevention sites as it conducts review
Ontario has paused plans to open three new temporary overdose-prevention sites as it conducts a review to determine if such facilities will continue to operate in the province.
Boy, 7, missing in central Quebec
Quebec police ask for public's help in finding missing seven-year-old boy
Warren Buffett’s investing continues to evolve even at 87
Warren Buffett is still finding new places to invest decades after he started, even though his basic approach of finding businesses selling for less than they are worth hasn’t changed much.
Friendly tone belied desperate acts of Seattle plane thief
He cracked jokes, complimented the professional demeanour of an air traffic controller and apologized for making a fuss.
Alleged extremist recruiter’s lawyers push for info underpinning CSIS warrant
Lawyers for Awso Peshdary, an accused extremist recruiter, are asking a judge to hear their pleas for access to information they say could help their client’s case.
Police looking for missing Welland woman
Amanda Yvonne Potts last known to be staying at a Wainfleet motel with man now wanted for arrest.
Canada-Saudi spat enters second week
Cdn officials keeping diplomatic talks with Saudi going, but no resolution yet
Feds should foot entire refugee bill: Ont.
Ontario wants feds to foot $200M bill for asylum seekers in the province
Man charged in Tess Richey death denied bail
Man charged in death of woman in Toronto's gay village denied bail
Ontario pauses opening 3 overdose-prevention sites
Ontario pauses opening three overdose-prevention sites as it conducts review
Hamilton's William Connell Park set to open Aug. 18
"This is going to be huge," said Mountain Coun. Terry Whitehead.
Alaska’s North Slope hit by strongest quake noted in region
Alaska’s North Slope was hit Sunday by the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in the region, the state’s seismologist said.
Probe into double fatal Dundas fire continues
The fire marshal report, expected to detail the cause of the fire, expected to take about another month
Minnesota deputies rescue women stranded on unicorn raft
Minnesota deputies rescue women stranded on unicorn raft
War, farm and family
When Lou Latham was just over two years old, his mother, Annie, died and it would be up to his older sister, Margaret, only half a dozen years older, to take over the role.
Document reveals new details of N.B. shooting
Growing memorial shows outpouring of support for Fredericton police
Expansion eyed for St. Peter’s and Idlewyld Manor
The Thrive Group is looking at multi-million dollar expansions of St. Peter’s Residence at Chedoke and Idlewyld Manor nursing homes.
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Niagara singer/songwriter Ola Kiermacz will host a showcase for some of her original songs at the Warehouse Concert Hall in St. Catharines Aug. 16.
Large Ont forest fire hasn't grown in nearly a week
Forest fire in Ontario cottage country hasn't grown in nearly a week: officials
Growing up with Tims: Chris Mattatall recalls his roots with iconic coffee chain
Chris Mattatall’s family shares a history with Canada’s iconic coffee and doughnut chain that spans more than half a century, back to the days when co-founders Ron Joyce and Tim Horton were calling the shots.
Fredericton shooter wounded in abdomen
Growing memorial shows outpouring of support for Fredericton police
Ontario pauses opening three overdose-prevention sites
Ontario pauses opening three overdose-prevention sites as it conducts review
Trump lashes out at 'Wacky Omarosa' over book, tapes
Omarosa releases another recording, threatens to say more
No new long-gun registry, Trudeau insists
Prime minister to meet seniors, visit fair during visit to Prince Edward Island
Man donates to firefighter drive, leaves wedding ring behind
Man donates to firefighter drive, leaves wedding ring behind
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