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Updated 2025-02-06 16:01
Jeff Mahoney: Two kids, taking a ‘stand’ for community, and giving it back to Indwell’s The Commons in Hamilton
Two siblings put out a lemonade stand late July. They raised $200. Then four separate donors matched that for a total of $1,000, which went to Indwell housing for those with disabilities and needs
Burlington’s Eric Hall gets the boot from CTV’s Love Island
He may still qualify for a Christmas gift from his grandmother.
Significant traffic delays expected Monday morning after fatal crash on Hwy. 401 in Mississauga
Two people are dead and three others in hospital after a three-vehicle collision on Hwy. 401 between Hwy. 403 and Dixie Rd. in Mississauga Sunday evening.
Homicide victim’s sister accuses fugitive’s dad of failing to take responsibility
Kennedy Deese posted a statement to Facebook on Saturday accusing Alan Schmegelsky of playing the victim.
Scientists on high alert as massive algal bloom threatens Lake Erie
Researchers from Canada and U.S. team up to battle slick of blue-green slime spreading across the lake’s western basin.
Federal changes to drug prices win praise from patient advocates but spark industry warnings
There are industry concerns that it will dampen research into pioneering new medicines and exacerbate a potential drug shortage at a time when American states are looking to Canada for medicines.
'Let our voices be heard': March against immigration raids
Border official: Timing of immigration raids 'unfortunate'
Alaska governor seeks to tighten work rules for food stamps
Alaska governor seeks to tighten work rules for food stamps
Alaska governor seeks to tighten work rules for food stamps
Alaska governor seeks to tighten work rules for food stamps
Russia confirms radioactive materials were involved in deadly blast
While the government has provided no full explanation of what happened, Rosatom’s statement suggested a mishap during a test of a new class of nuclear-engined weapons that Putin first spoke publicly about last year.
More GO trains finally coming to Hamilton’s West Harbour station. But when?
The connection of a new rail track into Hamilton should make it easier to run more trains to a station so underused that one of its entrances and half the parking are closed all the time.
Glass-blowing show blowing up on Netflix has ties to Hamilton
“Blown Away” is a glass-blowing competition series that premièred on Netflix in July.
After troubling lead tests, Newark offers residents bottle water
On Sunday — two days after a scathing letter from the EPA raised concerns about the safety of the city’s drinking water — officials said they would start offering bottled water to residents.
Andrew Dreschel: City manager has already decided fate of Hamilton staffer linked to white supremacy, sources say
Sources say Janette Smith flagged for councillors what steps she intends to take.
Refugees in 2015, Syrians now citizens in time for 2019 federal election
Federal figures show that 897 Syrian-born applicants became Canadian citizens during the first four months of 2019. They joined 1,597 Syrians who had become citizens in 2018, and 587 from 2017.
Muslims clash with Israeli police at Jerusalem holy site
Jordan holds Israel completely responsible for the violence.
PART TWO: Business booms at the Port of Hamilton, by far the busiest on the Great Lakes
Harbour town: A six-part series examining Hamilton's diverse and evolving waterfront, from its port industries to recreational west harbour.
Canadian ‘so grateful’ to be back in B.C. after eight-month detention in Syria
Kristian Baxter, 45, returned to Vancouver on Saturday, just days after he was released from Syrian custody.
Hospital ER to be closed for five days due to doctor shortage
Two ERs nearby 40 and 50 kilometres away.
Death toll rises to 93 in floods, mudslides in south India
Monsoon season hitting south India harder than normal.
Police officer involved in fatal shooting in a medically induced coma, watchdog says
Nova Scotia’s police watchdog says the RCMP officer at the centre of a shooting investigation is in a medically induced coma after being hit by a suspect’s car.
Jeff Mahoney: Two kids, taking a “stand” for community, and giving it back to Indwell’s The Commons in Hamilton
Two siblings put out a lemonade stand late July. They raised $200. Then four separate donors matched that for a total of $1,000, which went to Indwell housing for those with disabilities and needs
Youth march from church to square against immigration raids
Border official: Timing of immigration raids 'unfortunate'
Police identify two suspects after Stoney Creek smash-and-grab spree in underground garages
More than 35 cars were damaged during similar break-ins at three different apartment parking garages over several days.
Before jail suicide, Epstein was left alone and not closely monitored
Officials cautioned that their initial findings about his detention were preliminary and could change.
Alderman Ken Edge played a key role in landing a big-league arena for Hamilton
He was inducted into the Ontario 5-Pin Bowler’s Hall of Fame.
Police say three injured after helicopter crash near Kawartha Lakes
One person is in serious condition and the other two have non-life-threatening injuries.
Hamilton Cardinals take 3-0 series lead in IBL playoffs
Ben Braun twirled eight shutout innings and shortstop Chris Beer scored three runs as the Hamilton Cardinals beat the Guelph Royals on Saturday, taking a 3-0 lead in their IBL quarterfinal series.
India eases restrictions in Kashmir for Islamic festival
The restrictions were briefly eased for the first time on Friday, when residents were allowed to attend mosque prayers.
India’s main opposition Congress party in throes of crisis
By appointing Sonia Gandhi interim president, India’s oldest political party seems to have sent a message that it can’t survive without the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty.
Key events in Kashmir since British rule ended in 1947
Some key events in Kashmir:
Two men paddle from southern B.C. to Alaska
The trip from Seattle to Juneau is about two hours and 15 minutes in the air. Flying from Vancouver would be a little quicker if there were direct flights. Let’s guess it’s about two hours even.
Boy, 11, dies in crash as family was heading to Niagara to start a new life
A family that was struck by a sudden tragedy while travelling across Canada with plans of making St. Catharines their home has been overwhelmed by the generosity of people from across the country.
Man wanted for stealing 10-month-old dog named Milo at Toronto shelter, police say
A man went to the Toronto Humane Society three times and “demanded that he be given a dog for free,” police said Sunday. He was turned away each time.
Halton police probing ‘targeted’ shooting at Burlington townhouse complex
Police say a spray of bullets intended for a townhouse residents ended up hitting two garage doors and a nearby parked truck.
Latest anti-hate rally at Hamilton city hall attracts 100-plus residents — and Mayor Fred Eisenberger
Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger has faced criticism for perceived “silence” on growing concern over hate in the city.
Russian women find a punchline in the age of #MeToo
Slowly at first — but now in increasing numbers — Russian female comics are taking to the stage to challenge the status quo. Embedded in the humour are also serious reckonings on their countrymen’s grip on power.
What’s known and what’s next after Jeffrey Epstein’s death
Multiple agencies have announced investigations into the apparent suicide of the multimillionaire financier indicted on federal sex-trafficking charges, including the FBI, the Justice Department’s inspector general and the New York City medical examiner.
Border official: Timing of immigration raids 'unfortunate'
Border official: Timing of immigration raids 'unfortunate'
Border official: Timing of immigration raids 'unfortunate'
Border official: Timing of immigration raids 'unfortunate'
Border official: Timing of immigration raids 'unfortunate'
Border official: Timing of immigration raids 'unfortunate'
Border official: Timing of immigration raids 'unfortunate'
Border official: Timing of immigration raids 'unfortunate'
Toronto cop admits he had ‘no justification’ for Tasering handcuffed man
Const. Ryan Kotzer was captured on his in-car camera using his conducted energy weapon on a man he was transporting to a temporary shelter.
Fishing frenzy at the waterfront
The 13th annual Hamilton Waterfront Trust fishing derby was held down by the piers Saturday morning.
PART THREE: Development of 1,300 residential units is part of a giant leap on Hamilton’s west harbour
Harbour town: A six-part series examining Hamilton's diverse and evolving waterfront, from its port industries to recreational west harbour.
COME AND GET ’EM
The ribs are on the barbecues and ready to be served at the Hamilton stop for the Northern Heat Rib Series this weekend. Sierra Mackie was serving up ribs for Big Hanks BBQ at Gage Park on Friday, the first day of the three-day festival that also includes vendors, live music and beer. The event continues from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.
Photos: The dog days of Wienerpawlooza
Canadian Dachshund Rescue Ontario hosts very long dog event in Hamilton.
Father who lost Hamilton family in Boeing Max 8 crash calls for additional safety measures before planes allowed back in the sky
A letter signed by 200 people whose family members died asks American authorities for stricter certification requirements and training of pilots
Jeffrey Epstein dies by suicide at Manhattan jail awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges
He was found at roughly 6:30 a.m. Saturday at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan and was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead, the federal Bureau of Prisons said in a statement.
The resistance begins; Burlington community pledges to fight Nelson Quarry expansion
The process hasn’t even officially begun, but that’s not stopping opponents from preparing.
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