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City of Hamilton employees caught golfing, jet-setting and accepting holiday booze from vendors vying for contracts
The details came to light in a city auditor’s report that revealed the city fired eight employees following fraud and waste investigations.
‘There’s a lot of troubling findings’: McMaster professor awarded international water prize for work at Six Nations
Ohneganos, an Indigenous water research program led by Dawn Martin-Hill, looks at ‘everything from turtle tagging to a mental health app’ for youth st
Hamilton will hike water rates by five per cent in 2022 — with higher increases on horizon
Higher than average rate hikes are forecast through 2026 thanks to a growing list of environmental programs and infrastructure repair projects
It was meant to be a safe haven. Instead, it was the place Michel Pilon was strangled and hog-tied
A trial heard drug users frequently went between units in the building where Pilon was found dead, Susan Clairmont writes.
Mackenzie Hughes’ $144,000 putt — that’s a lot of money rolling into the cup
Dundas golfer dropped a 22-foot birdie putt to move alone into second place Sunday, writes Scott Radley.
Hamilton hopes to get vaccine ‘shots into little arms’ by Thursday
Kids account for one-quarter of Hamilton’s COVID cases and number is higher provincewide
Today’s coronavirus news: Ontarians can book shots for kids aged five to 11 starting today; New poll says almost half of Canadians prepared to abandon social distancing at holiday gatherings
The latest coronavirus news from Canada and around the world Tuesday. This file will be updated throughout the day. Web links to longer stories if available.
Goodness Me! on Hamilton Mountain has new look
The Goodness Me! Natural Food Market on Upper Gage, just north of the Linc, has a new look that store officials are hoping will attract people to come in for more than grocery shopping and vitamins.
Dundas Delsey Pond abandoned fencing not removed a week after notice
Biology prof says fencing may be the least of worries for wildlife habitat
Ancaster Coun. Lloyd Ferguson defends process to protect Marr House relocation project
McMaster University professor and hydrogeologist argue building may not survive the relocation.
Builder scales down Stoney Creek lakeshore skyscrapers
A second redesign of three proposed skyscrapers near the lakeshore in Stoney Creek will cut their height, although the builder still wants relief from seven city zoning standards.
'WARNING': Major recalls of juices sold at Sobeys, FreshCo and Foodland, portable stoves at Canadian Tire, Home Depot shower filters trigger multiple Health Canada concerns
Health Canada is investigating and issuing a number of warning after numerous products are being pulled from the shelves due to health and safety concerns.
Is your child nervous about getting a COVID vaccine? Here’s what parents can do
The vaccines are approved. The doses have arrived. And public health officials are finalizing plans to protect thousands of young children now eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine.
How do I get my kid a COVID-19 vaccine?
With the province opening up COVID-19 vaccine appointments for children aged five to 11 Tuesday, you may be wondering when, where and how to book a shot for your kid.
Vaccination policy dogs Erin O’Toole as Conservative MP tests positive for COVID-19
OTTAWA—Promises to follow all public health guidance on vaccines amounted to not much politically for the federal Conservatives Monday as Parliament resumed with a cloud of suspicion still hovering over the party’s approach to COVID-19.
Susan Delacourt: Anti-vaxxers are about to change Canada — with a little help from Justin Trudeau
Justin Trudeau only really snapped once during the protests that followed him throughout the last election campaign.
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Parents, it’s now up to you. COVID vaccines are right for kids and everyone else
Parents in Ontario (and soon right across the country) now have an opportunity to do something important for their kids, themselves and everyone else.
Six Nations reports 15th COVID-19 death
As of Friday, there were 21 active cases on the reserve, with one patient in hospital and 109 band members in self-isolation
S&P/TSX composite down as tech sector falls
S&P/TSX composite down as tech sector falls, U.S. stock markets climb higher
COVID vaccines for kids: What you need to know about the rollout in Hamilton
Five- to 11-year-olds are eligible for the COVID shot starting Tuesday. Here’s what you need to know.
COVID-19 death toll hits 55 in Haldimand-Norfolk
Delhi school outbreak infects 21; all staff and students in isolation until Saturday
Police seek witnesses after 22-year-old struck by vehicle on Hamilton Mountain
Pedestrian was taken to hospital with serious injuries
Kids at heart: ‘Kidults’ help toys reach sales records
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Pfizer stock jumps on followup data from adolescent COVID vaccine trial
Pfizer (PFE) shares jumped higher Monday after the drugmaker published impressive followup data from a late stage trial of its coronavirus vaccine in adolescents.
Obsessed stagehand kills himself after shooting actress 100 years ago this week
Flashbacks: Deadly drama at the Lyric Theatre
Ontario reports 600 schools with confirmed COVID cases, highest in nearly a month
Ontario is reporting another 627 COVID-19 cases and one more death, according to its latest report released Monday morning.
Canada was built for our old climate, so how do we build back for what will be an even harder future?
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18 Christmas movies filmed in Ontario to curl up to this holiday season
From family classics to heartwarming Hallmark TV movies, Ontario has served as a backdrop for many a holiday film.Most of these movies are available on various streaming services, or check your local listings to see when they air. The map below d
COVID-19 vaccine shot bookings for kids 5 to 11 begins Tuesday
Parents in Ontario can begin booking COVID-19 vaccinations for kids aged 5 to 11 on Tuesday with shots expected to start Thursday.
Uber Eats to handle Tokyo Smoke pot purchases
Uber and Tokyo Smoke team up to allow Ont. pot purchases through Eats app
Ontario Premier Doug Ford government announces COVID-19 vaccine rollout plan for children aged 5-11
Children aged five to 11 will be eligible to book their appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday, Nov. 23, the Ontario government announced Monday (Nov. 22).
TDSB delays unpaid leave for 290 unvaccinated staffers, citing shortages
The country’s largest school board will further delay unpaid leave for some unvaccinated staffers, citing shortages — especially in special education.
Sales growth pushes Pet Valu higher, while Goodfood Market plummets as pandemic fears subside. Here are the past week’s winners and losers
Winners
‘Innocent people are going to get killed’: Suspect still at large after summer gunfight in Hamilton street
Shooting this summer part of growing problem of brazen shootings in city
U.S. fast-food chain Church’s Texas Chicken targets six Hamilton locations
Aggressive Ontario expansion includes local restaurant openings in 2022.
‘I’ve just gotten used to it’: COVID school protocols from the eyes of a Hamilton eighth grader
Validation of daily COVID screening was eliminated at Hamilton schools earlier this month
Another ‘lean’ year for Christmas trees at Hamilton-area farms
Combination of higher demand, pandemic woes could leave live-tree lovers disappointed
Obituary: History buff Bill Manson ‘enjoyed anything to do with Hamilton’
Teacher wrote books on city neighbourhoods, gave historical talks and walks
25th annual Potpourri awards honour high school graduates
Sixteen Hamilton graduates entering university or college were recognized for their academic excellence and community service
Today’s coronavirus news: First shipment of vaccines for children arrives in Canada; Russia's deaths toll hovers near all-time highs
The latest coronavirus news from Canada and around the world Monday. This file will be updated throughout the day. Web links to longer stories if available.
What’s going on here on Highway 8 in Stoney Creek?
Commercial vacancies on Highway 8 in Stoney Creek continue to be a magnet for pot shops, with a proposed PerfectZone Cannabis store the latest to enter what looks like a crowded market.
Waterdown library hosts COVID-19 vaccine clinic
Get your first- or second-dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at the Waterdown branch of the Hamilton Public Library Nov. 22.
Hamilton examines signing child care deal directly with federal government
Ward 3 Coun. Nrinder Nann says Hamilton families deserve a financial break to care for their young children.
East Hamilton tenant fears eviction, financial penalty for pest control costs
Kenneth Scott and his family are facing an uncertain future, with a hearing slated for January at the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board.
Dundas Pleasant View school conversion resubmission comment period opens
The deadline for public comments is scheduled for Jan. 14, 2022.
Hamilton councillors say Alectra Board of Directors process 'excludes' public from decision making
Alectra Board chair Norm Loberg unable to discuss board decision making, citing code of conduct rules.
Pedestrian taken to hospital in serious condition after west Mountain crash
Scenic Drive is closed at Balfour Drive on the west Mountain
COVID-19 vaccine doses for kids land in Canada
Plane carrying doses of COVID-19 vaccines for kids touches down in Canada
Activists rally in Hamilton following arrests of pipeline opponents, journalists in Wet’suwet’en territory
The Highway 6 Caledonia bypass remained closed as of Sunday afternoon
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