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McMaster medical resident wins grievance over termination despite evidence of drunken sex with student
A McMaster medical resident has won a grievance for wrongful termination against Hamilton’s two hospital systems despite engaging in “unethical and unprofessional” sexual activity with a drunk, semi-conscious medical student that led to criminal charges.
June 28, 1975: British rock band Pink Floyd brings out 55,000 to Hamilton’s Ivor Wynne Stadium
By the thousands, they lined up the day before the concert with their $8.50 general admission tickets.
Barry Sherman’s son raised concerns about Apotex founder’s investment strategy and business competence: Sources
After billionaire Barry Sherman and his son Jonathon were exchanging tense emails about how the family fortune should be spent, sources say Jonathon sent an email to his siblings suggesting their father’s actions were jeopardizing their inheritance.
Bird's Eye View: A look at Hamilton and Burlington from the sky
A bird’s-eye perspective in hand is worth two in the bush. Photographer Gary Yokoyama updated The Spectator’s aerial shot files on Thursday while flying over Hamilton and Burlington.
Summer Reads: Hamilton Public Library’s most popular books
Margaret Atwood, James Patterson, Danielle Steel among most popular authors at the Hamilton Public Library 2018 and 2019.
WTF, Marc? Maron takes a cheap shot at Hamilton in his podcast
Comic, podcaster and sort of actor Marc Maron took a shot at Hamilton in his popular audio broadcast today.
Weekend events: More than 10 things to do in Hamilton this Canada Day weekend
Plus what’s open and closed on Monday.
Hamilton and Burlington from on high
A bird’s-eye perspective in hand is worth two in the bush. Photographer Gary Yokoyama updated The Spectator’s aerial shot files on Thursday while flying over Hamilton and Burlington.
Hamilton Public Library’s most popular books
Margaret Atwood, James Patterson, Danielle Steel among most popular authors at the Hamilton Public Library 2018 and 2019.
Newfoundland man arrested after school shooting threats made in online game
Police say in a release that an online gaming company had reported the threats made by an online gamer during a live chat.
Man arrested after allegedly assaulting cop, ramming cruiser in Kingston, Ont.
Police say they were called on Wednesday about a stolen vehicle that was parked with a man and a woman inside, but as officers tried to make an arrest, the man put the car in drive.
Feds sign historic self-government agreements with three Métis nations
Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Carolyn Bennett says the agreements are a “fundamental step to advance reconciliation.”
Stamps mark Canadian contribution to Apollo 11 moon mission as 50th anniversary nears
Canada Post has issued a pair of commemorative stamps to mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission that landed humans on the moon for the first time — highlighting the Canadian minds and technology that made it happen safely.
Chinese jets ‘buzz’ Canadian ships in Taiwan Strait, adding new layer to dispute
The Defence Department said the incident “was not provocative, hazardous, or unexpected.”
Ancaster's Shaver Estates Trail is complete
Residents of Ancaster’s Shaver Estates neighbourhood can now access the commercial area of Wilson Street West without getting into their cars or walking on the shoulder of a busy arterial road.
Ontario puts $1M toward protecting communities against extreme weather effects
The funds would allow municipalities to make their infrastructure more resilient.
Canadian defence minister urges ‘de-escalation’ of U.S.-Iran dispute
A conflict could easily spill over into Iraq and the surrounding region, where around 850 Canadian soldiers are deployed as part of the war against ISIL.
Hamilton Coun. Sam Merulla says community must unite against "extremist radicals"
"I'm not standing up for people who put masks on," said Ward 4 Coun. Sam Merulla.
Hamilton Coun. Sam Merulla says community must unit against "extremist radicals"
"I'm not standing up for people who put masks on," said Ward 4 Coun. Sam Merulla.
Métis nations in Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan sign historic self-government agreements with federal government
Louis Riel’s vision is fulfilled, says Métis Nation Alberta president Audrey Poitras.
Third key principal of Havana Group Supplies charged by Niagara police
Niagara Regional Police have arrested and charged a third key member of Havana Group Supplies Inc. in connection with the alleged fraud and theft of construction equipment from a West Lincoln business.
Ontario Teachers’ makes first innovation platform investment in SpaceX
The pension fund manager did not disclose the size of the investment, the first done through its Teachers’ Innovation Platform (TIP) that it launched in April.
37 more arrested as police hammer fentanyl dealers
Gang members alleged to be trafficking deadly fentanyl across Canada arrested in big bust in Toronto and area.
A quick look at a some of the new appointees to the Order of Canada
Here are short profiles of a few who are being given one of the country’s highest honours
Burlington police chase ends with car crashing through Falls tattoo parlour
A vehicle crashed through a building on Drummond Road — pinning a woman inside — after allegedly failing to stop for police during a chase that originated in Burlington Thursday.
Group wants grizzly bears restored to more U.S. states
Wildlife advocates are seeking a court order that would force U.S. officials to consider if grizzly bears should be restored to more Western states following the animals’ resurgence in the Northern Rockies.
Man forced into vehicle during Burlington knifepoint robbery
Halton police are investigating following an armed robbery outside of a motel in Burlington.
Canada suspects foul play in meat shipment that led to China ban
The government has called in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to probe the matter
Reggie Leach among 83 new Order of Canada members
The former hockey star is joined by scientists, health-care advocates, jurists, actors and public servants.
Action plan for plastic waste emerges from meeting of federal and provincial governments
Environment Minister Catherine McKenna said governments agree there should be consistent standards for companies that produce plastic waste.
Cat found after nearly 3 years; Kansas owner ‘in shock’
A cat named Meow has been reunited with her suburban Kansas City owners after she went missing nearly three years ago.
Ethiopia, African Union float proposal for peace in Sudan
The two have been mediating between the military council and the pro-democracy movement demanding civilian rule.
Ottawa reveals newest 83 additions to the Order of Canada
The list out this morning from Rideau Hall includes athletes, researchers, teachers, scientists, artists, jurists and actors, from all across the country.
Nardini Specialties' Carlo Gambale tours Italy with Uncommon Flavors of Europe campaign
From the saltiness of the Pecorino Romano PDO, to the smooth flavour of the Asiago PDO and the rich smokiness of the Speck Alto Adige PGI, Carlo Gambale enjoyed every moment of his recent culinary tour across Italy.
Shaw reports Q3 profit, less drag from Corus stake; Freedom Mobile grows
Shaw Communications Inc. earned $229 million in its latest quarter, as revenue increased nearly 3 per cent from last year and the company recorded a smaller loss on its investment in Corus Entertainment.
Mexico struggles to understand and solve a seaweed invasion
Half-million tons of sargassum seaweed has been removed from Caribbean beaches
Pier 1 Imports says more store closings being considered
The Texas-based home goods retailer said Wednesday it was looking to close 57 stores in the fiscal year, up a dozen from the April estimate of 45 stores.
Hamilton man facing charges after Jackson Square stabbing
A 20-year-old man is charged with aggravated assault after last week’s incident.
Air Canada reaches deal for Transat, but shareholder approval up in the air
The board of directors of Transat AT Inc. has approved a $520-million takeover offer by Air Canada, but the deal might have trouble taking off if major shareholders who have expressed disapproval do not get on board.
Scugog woman beats the odds, celebrates second major lottery win
Leanne Kemp, of Blackstock, won the $250,000 top prize by playing the June 14 draw of ‘Hit or Miss.’
Michael Evers elected to serve as president of The Million Dollar Round Table Foundation
Evers has served on many international task forces and committees during his 33 years of MDRT membership.
Ticketmaster to pay $4.5M to settle case
Ticketmaster to pay $4.5 million in misleading price investigation
Eight Times Up
John Corr writes about a boy’s life journey through aikido
Poll suggests Canadians could learn more about quirky bits of country’s history
Canadians seem to be lacking in knowledge of the more colourful parts of the country’s history, says a new survey from Historica Canada
Gwynne Dyer: Ethiopia’s prime minister, Abiy Ahmed, is the nation’s best hope to end the cycle of tyranny
He has done pretty well everything he could think of, and he did it in little over a year. And yet he is still in a very precarious position, writes Gwynne Dyer.
Dundas red light camera dropped for other improvements
Community’s busiest intersection to get new turning lanes
Premier Doug Ford minister Kinga Surma’s father working as Queen’s Park political aide, sources say
Nepotism scandal grows at Queen’s Park as PC insiders confirm that Miroslaw Surma serves as a policy adviser to Economic Development Minister Vic Fedeli.
Pot edibles may drive up life insurance premiums— depending on how much you eat
Tto avoid paying more, cannabis usage must stay below a set number per week and many insurers count any kind of pot, whether it is smoked or sipped or chewed.
Pot edibles may drive up life insurance cost
Pot edibles may drive up life insurance premiums, depending on consumption level
‘I want to live’: Race against time to find man a living liver donor
Can you help Bob Barry?Bob, a resident of Beckwith Township in eastern Ontario, has end-stage decompensated cirrhosis, the result of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). He desperately needs a living liver donor or he will die, and time is runni
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