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Police: Shooter killed 9 in Ohio, including his sister
The Ohio shooting came hours after a man opened fire in a crowded El Paso, Texas, shopping area, leaving 20 dead and more than two dozen injured.
Photos: Festival of Friends sticks to its roots
Brilliant weather for final day of annual Hamilton festival
One child a year dies after being stuck in hot car on average, Canadian study says
Forgetfulness played a role in four of the six deaths recorded between 2013 and 2018, according to the research published last month in Pediatrics and Child Health.
Oops: Bank robber’s note demanding money includes his name
The teller addressed the man by his first name, gave him the money and then notified law enforcement officers.
Canadians split on impact of Trudeau government since 2015: Forum poll
A forum research poll says Canadians are split on whether the country is doing better or worse since 2015 when the Trudeau government first came into power.
Man, 29, injured in west Hamilton shooting
Police searching for man who fled in Volkswagen.
A fact check on Trudeau’s speech to Liberal candidates: It was a mix of truths and misleading claims
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau rallied Liberal candidates this week with a speech that talked up his government’s achievements and took aim at Conservatives rivals. But was it truthful? The Star did some checking.
Nine killed in Ohio in second U.S. mass shooting within 24 hours
The Ohio shooting came hours after a man opened fire in a crowded El Paso, Texas, shopping area, leaving 20 dead and more than two dozen injured.
Manhunt for murder suspects echoes ‘Mad Trapper’ chase that stumped RCMP in 1930s
A historian and a criminologist say the nationwide pursuit of Bryer Schmegelsky and Kam McLeod has similarities to the infamous chase in northern Canada.
Historical Photos: Let the Festival of Friends party begin
This year will be the 44th annual festival at Gage Park.
20 dead, more wounded after gunman attacks Texas shoppers
One person is in custody following the attack at a Walmart packed with as many as 3,000 people during the busy back-to-school shopping season.
At least 15 dead in El Paso, Texas shooting, official says
One person is in custody following the attack at a Walmart packed with as many as 3,000 people during the busy back-to-school shopping season.
Muskoka resident says cannabis legalization sparked medicinal curiosity
MUSKOKA — Cannabis legalization seems to have made a difference for some — though not all — Muskoka residents.
Sole anti-LGBTQ+ protester tussles with counter protesters at Hamilton City Hall
Woman with homophobic sign and anti-Fascist protester spill onto Main St. while grappling at each other.
Calgary MP Deepak Obhrai dies from liver cancer
According to a statement from his office, MP Deepak Obhrai, a former candidate for the leadership of the federal Conservatives, died Friday from stage four liver cancer.
Ex-governor's Charlottesville book renews debate over blame
Ex-governor's Charlottesville book renews debate over blame
Ontario’s minimum wage is frozen at $14. Could Ottawa set its own?
An expert panel on federal labour standards is preparing to release a report on precarious work in Canada, including the possibility of a federally mandated minimum wage.
Infrastructure bank looks to avoid distraction from election talk, CEO says
Pierre Lavallee said staff at the Canada Infrastructure Bank are focused on delivering on the agency’s mandate to find new ways to finance projects and ease the strain on the federal treasury.
SIU investigating after man sets self on fire outside Ontario immigration centre
London, Ont., police attempted to subdue man with plastic projectiles before he set himself on fire, the SIU said.
Three dead after violent night in the GTA
Among the victims, a father was killed and son injured after a stabbing in Brampton.
Ohsweken man facing charges after allegedly striking woman with firearm
The man “peacefully” surrendered to police in Hagersville after an hours-long investigation that closed several roads in the area
A raccoon got its head stuck in a sewer grate. Freeing it was ‘quite the operation’
By the time the firefighters reached the raccoon Thursday morning, the animal had already been “stuck for a while.”
Joint funeral held for Markham homicide victims, accused in court
“I don’t know how we are going to overcome this loss,” said family friend.
Firefighters quickly knock down apartment fire on Upper Wellington
Crews arrived to find heavy smoke and flames on the second floor
Firefighters on scene of structure fire on Upper Wellington
Crews arrived to find heavy smoke and flames on the second floor
U.S.-Russia arms control treaty expires, and the States is set to test a new weapon
The Trump administration had repeatedly said Russia was violating its provisions, an accusation President Barack Obama made as well.
Raptors to host Boston Celtics on Christmas Day, reports say
The Toronto Raptors will play a home game on Christmas Day this year for the first time in franchise history, according to multiple reports.
Freeland talks with Chinese counterpart about detainees
Canada says talks with China were ‘positive step’
There’s no rule on who can write assessments that ‘effectively decide’ if an Ontario parent loses their child. Experts say that must change
The fact at the heart of a damning recent ruling against a Hamilton-based psychologist points to a bigger problem in Ontario’s child protection system, experts say.
Scientist says tropical fish documented by divers signals warming Atlantic waters
Marine biologist says seahorses, spotfin butterflyfish and bluespotted cornetfish used to be considered a rarity in Nova Scotia.
Halton police deputy chief to be Peel Region’s next top cop
Nishan (Nish) Duraiappah moves to his new role Oct. 1
How gaps in information relayed by law enforcement let two B.C. murder suspects slip across the country unnoticed
Kam McLeod and Bryer Schmegelsky were last seen in B.C. on July 18, the day before their burned out Dodge pickup was found near a dead body in Dease Lake.
Canada’s Adam Svensson shoots 61 after making bid for rare 59 at Wyndham
Canada’s Adam Svensson made a run at golf’s magic number before settling for a 9-under 61 on Friday at the Wyndham Championship.
Poll indicates support for status quo when it comes to region
The survey was conducted between May 30 and June 17 across all 12 Niagara municipalities.
Flamborough's Friday 5 at 5
Life can get hectic at times. Between work, family and social commitments or shuttling kids from one activity to the next, it’s easy to miss a news item or two over the course of a week. That’s why, starting today, the Review is compiling a weekly l
CRTC releases new code of conduct for Canada’s internet service providers
Canada’s internet service providers will be required to abide by a new code of conduct imposed by the industry’s federal regulator, which is giving them until Jan. 31 to prepare for the new rules.
Johnson suffers setback in first Brexit test
Pro-EU candidate wins byelection in Wales.
European heat wave causes record-breaking Greenland ice melt
To understand just how much ice is being lost, a mere 1 billion tons of ice loss is equivalent to about 400,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools, the Danish Meteorological Institute said.
Trump levies more sanctions on Russia in spy poisoning case
U.S. President Donald Trump has slapped more sanctions on Russia in connection with the 2018 poisoning of a former Russian spy and his daughter, a move that a Russian lawmaker said Friday will make it less likely for normalized U.S.-Russian relations.
Saudi Arabia chips away at oppressive system by granting women travel rights
On the surface, the new regulations Saudi Arabia announced early Friday did not seem like much. In dense, bureaucratic language, they granted all Saudis older than 21 the right to handle their families’ affairs while officials said that all adults could obtain passports and travel on their own.
Signpost: Museum open house, Hiroshima-Nagasaki memorial vigil, and pedestrian bridge closure
The Canadian Military Heritage Museum in Brantford is hosting its 26th annual open house this Sunday. It runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and admission is free. The new exhibit is “Women in War Time.” There will also be other displays, a silent auction, war re-enactors and door prizes. The museum is located at 347 Greenwich St.
Male arrested after Hagersville police investigation that began in Six Nations
OPP say the male was taken into custody “without incident” around 3 p.m.
Tim Hortons brings brew to Winona Crossing shopping centre
Tim Hortons has brought its famous brew to the Winona Crossing shopping centre.
OPP assign investigations team for manhunt tips in connection with search for B.C. teens
There’s no “credible information” the two teens accused of murder in B.C. have even made their way to Ontario, according to the provincial police.
Alterations coming to Stoney Creek’s North Service Road between Centennial Parkway, Drakes Drive
THE ISSUE: North Service Road upgradesTHE LOCAL IMPACT: Changes will help facilitate new additions to Confederation Beach Park, including a new sports complex.
Pioneer Cannabis Corp aims to enlighten in the new green market
The exciting world of retail cannabis sales is here, and locals now have options.
Mennonite youth volunteer at Woodland Cultural Centre
Group works to build reproductions of desks and tables at former residential school, now First Nations cultural centre.
Hamilton doctor working to introduce new colon cancer test, preferable to colonoscopy
The fecal immunochemical test, new to Ontario, is more sensitive than previous technique. It can detect polyps as well as cancer.
Search for missing Grimsby man comes to tragic end
Police confirm identity of body recovered from Lake Ontario
Tactical officers in Hagersville in ongoing police investigation that began in Six Nations
OPP say several roads near Howard Street are closed
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