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Toronto van attack suspect Alek Minassian will be tried before a judge alone
Minassian is accused of driving a rented van into pedestrians on a busy sidewalk on Yonge St. on April 23, 2018.
SUSAN CLAIRMONT: Law meant to limit Parole Board of Canada hearings not working
Legislation meant to limit the frequency with which violent, unrepentant criminals can apply for parole
UN expert’s report unveils chilling new audio in Khashoggi killing
Report suggests sanctions on the crown prince’s personal assets.
‘Causing anxiety in our community’: Vehement opposition in downtown Burlington to proposed 29-storey condo
A proposal for a 29-storey condo unit at Lakeshore Road and Pearl Street in Burlington was panned by council members when a report on the project came before them at the June 17 meeting.
Hamilton dental hygienist to serve as director of board
Ontario Dental Hygienists’ Association advocates for the profession.
Hamilton examining lowering speed limits to 40 km/h in designated neighbourhoods
Idea is to reduce neighbourhood streets speed limits to 40 km/h, while school zones would be 30 km/h.
Old spy images reveal Himalayan glaciers are melting fast
Cold War era spy satellite images are showing scientists that glaciers on the Himalayas are now melting about twice as fast as they used to.
Trump’s UN envoy nominee defends climate record
“I take this matter seriously, and if confirmed, I will be an advocate for all countries to do their part in addressing climate change.”
Canada resettled more refugees than any other country in 2018, UN says
The report shows that over 18,000 refugees became Canadian citizens last year.
Tyler 'Ninja' Blevins writing how-to book, graphic novel
Tyler 'Ninja' Blevins writing how-to book, graphic novel
UN expert urges probe of Saudi prince over Khashoggi killing
Report suggests sanctions on the crown prince’s personal assets.
Survey sees biggest US honeybee winter die-off yet
The annual nationwide survey by the Bee Informed Partnership found 37.7% of honeybee colonies died this past winter, nearly 9 percentage points higher than the average winter loss.
Trans Mountain approval shines light on divide between Indigenous communities
Some groups in neighboring British Columbia, which the conduit crosses to reach the Pacific in the Vancouver area, are vowing to fight the decision. Others in oil-producing Alberta and Saskatchewan are advancing plans to buy majority stakes in the line.
Heather Mallick: Welcome to the bank of Facebook
In Zuckerberg’s mind, the Bank of Facebook, a.k.a. Calibra, will store and send money around the world for less than you pay now, writes Heather Mallick.
Canadian astronaut Saint-Jacques set to return after six-month space mission
Saint-Jacques’ first space mission, with NASA astronaut Anne McClain and Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko, began Dec. 3 when the trio arrived aboard a Soyuz capsule.
Hamilton examining lowering speed limits to 40 km/h in designated neighbourhoods
Idea is to reduce neighbourhood streets speed limits to 40 km/h, while school zones would be 30 km/h.
Dundas’s 2 Hatt St. threatened with tax arrears sale again
2 Hatt St. high priority heritage assessment almost a year overdue.
Brides hand it to the Raptors with henna art celebrating the NBA champions
As the Raptors’ NBA championship coincides with wedding season, some diehard fans are honouring the team in their traditional South Asian bridal henna.
Raptors star Kawhi Leonard visits Falls with family
Toronto Raptors superstar Kawhi Leonard and his family spent a few hours in Niagara Falls Tuesday, a day after celebrating his team’s NBA championship during a parade in Toronto.
Scheer to reaffirm Paris targets in climate speech
The federal Conservative leader is also expected to reintroduce a version of the popular Harper-era home retrofit program.
Down the line: The hope and the anxiety at either end of the Trans Mountain pipeline project
Sherwood Park, Alta., is kilometre zero where the oil pipeline begins. Burrard Inlet in Burnaby, B.C., is where all that oil leaves the country.
Super Big fun: Blowing bubbles in Gage Park
Cheryl Callen has a great time over the weekend, trying out her Super Big Bubbles
Doug Ford government cuts 35 health jobs at Hamilton LHIN
Ontario-wide 825 health administration jobs eliminated as 20 organizations merged with new super agency
“Work to do” after Hamilton 2SLGBTQIA+ community conversation
Tensions ran high at the meeting meant to keep the discussion going after advisory committee opposed unfurling Pride flags this year
She was stalked for 10 years. The ending was the ultimate betrayal
Sarah opens up about her experience in hopes it might help others
Renters beware: Rental scams continue in Hamilton
Realtors association warns of scams
Ontario cuts off funding to francophone non-profit La Passerelle following allegations of taxpayer money misuse
The first of a series of audits is complete and the province is cutting off all funding to the francophone non-profit.
Canadian inflation surges as core rate hits highest since 2012
Core inflation, a better gauge of underlying price pressures and one that’s closely watched by policy-makers, rises to 2.4%, its highest since 2012
These local women are doing some out-of-the-box business
Barton Village kiosk is a vector for the entrepreneurship dreams of 12 local women, who are using the efficient space as a shared storefront.
Hamilton councillors clash over Aberdeen Avenue safety measures
Mountain councillors argued by reducing lanes on Aberdeen from four to two will exasperate traffic congestion along mountain roads,
Excessive rain has Niagara farmers facing potential ‘disaster’
Saturated fields caused by excessive rain in recent months have left local cash crop farmers facing a potential crisis.
More than 400 administrative health-sector workers being laid off in Ontario
More than 400 health-sector workers are being laid off in Ontario as the Progressive Conservative government moves to merge 20 agencies into one.
Family delivers powerful impact statements against sex offender Jeffrey Cairns
Editor’s note: The following story contains graphic content.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada to get free supply of opioid overdose-reversing spray
The nasal spray will be available at 700 Boys and Girls Clubs locations across the country.
Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport hits 50 years
Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport hits 50 years
Canada was right to tightly restrict edibles — they can be dangerous
The introduction of edibles in such places as California and Colorado provides lessons for Canada, writes Jennifer Wells.
Medical examiner details violence suffered by toddler before his body was found behind Edmonton church
Elizabeth Brooks-Lim testified Tuesday at the trial of Tasha-Lee Mack that 19-month-old Anthony Raine suffered so many blows to his head, it couldn’t have been accidental.
Construction in Hamilton up 30% in first five months of 2019
Fuelled by a boiling-over Toronto economy, Hamilton is heading toward a record year in construction.
Terrifying video captures travellers praying, screaming through extreme turbulence
In the shaky cellphone video, the contents of the flight attendant's cart can be seen flying in the air
Meet Tucker. He saved his family from a house fire. Now he’s in the Animal Hall of Fame
A NOTL dog has been acclaimed a hero.
A horrific discovery in a park turns bizarre: It was a doll, not a baby
The doll wore a diaper and a T-shirt with the words Crawling Dead, suggesting that the whole thing might have been a ghoulish prank.
Canadian businesses dodged $11.4B in 2014 taxes, CRA says
The agency says it is cracking down on tax evasion and aggressive tax avoidance.
Is Ford being booed a sign of things to come for the premier?
As he marks the first anniversary of his swearing-in a week this Saturday, Ford was lustily booed at the Toronto Raptors’ victory celebration.
Budget watchdog casts doubt on multibillion dollar federal housing strategy
It's not clear that the Liberal government's multibillion dollar housing plan will actually reduce housing needs
Former first lady Michelle Obama coming to Hamilton
Former First Lady speaking at FirstOntario Centre Oct. 11
SNC-Lavalin CEO names ‘project oversight’ executive in effort to rein in costs
“This new role will be integral to ensuring we meet our project delivery and execution across all our operations.”
Costco confirms plan to open Niagara Falls store in 2020
The worst-kept secret in Niagara was confirmed Tuesday – retail giant Costco Wholesale will open a new store in Niagara Falls next year.
At Costco food sample line, gunfire, death and unanswered questions
Los Angeles investigators are assessing whether an off-duty police officer violated any department policies in the Corona shooting that left 32-year-old Kenneth French dead.
Scott Radley: Could Burlington be interested in the Bulldogs?
If the franchise was looking for a new home, if a new arena to house the Ontario Hockey League team met a broader community need, if there was public support for such a thing and if it was financially feasible, ‘We’re open for business,’ the mayor says.
TLC’s Seeking Sister Wife star Bernie McGee dead at 41
The couple explored polygamy on Season 2 of Seeking Sister Wives earlier this year
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