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Six Nations of the Grand River still under state of emergency after June flooding
Community members impacted by the flooding can request support until July 31, the elected council said late last week.
Hate-related crimes and incidents up 35% in Hamilton, police data shows
'These numbers confirm what communities have been saying for years: hate is not an isolated incident — it is a daily reality in Hamilton,' says one advocate.
QEW reopens after multi-vehicle crashes near St. Catharines, Ont.
OPP said one collision Monday morning involved two tractor trailers and five vehicles and sent at least two people to hospital.
Immigrant entrepreneurs say years-long wait for Canada's start-up visa leaves them in limbo
Applicants of Canada’s Start-up Visa program say delays in permanent residency are stalling their businesses, blocking funding and growth. Despite building successful ventures, many have waited years, prompting calls for faster processing and greater transparency.
What's on this weekend in Hamilton, July 25-27, from final Fringe shows to a Bayfront fiesta
From the high-energy Fiesta Extravaganza to the Hamilton Fringe Festival finale and a classical concert, there’s no shortage of entertainment across the city this weekend.
Heat warning issued for Hamilton, as Environment Canada says it may feel like 44 on Thursday
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Hamilton, Burlington, Niagara and area with a heat event is expected to begin Thursday.
New series set on dairy farm in Fort Erie a 'love letter' to rural Ontario
Cows Come Home, a TV comedy set and filmed on a Fort Erie dairy farm, centres on rekindled friendships and competitive cow showing. It is now streaming on Bell Fibe TV1.
Hamilton dentist welcomes community's 'zero-tolerance' stance after racist graffiti sprayed on office
A McMaster University educator is calling for more education and support for organizations that aim to eliminate racist ideology and hate in Hamilton following recent incidents of graffiti containing hate-motivated content.
Helicopters, mock explosions planned in Hamilton next week as filming underway
Hamilton residents should be prepare for unusual sights and sounds over the next week as a film production gets underway in the city, say police.
Hamilton woman speaks out after home, storefront sprayed with racist graffiti in 'calculated' hate act
Hamilton entrepreneur Reena Rampersad is speaking out after racist graffiti was scrawled on her Barton Street storefront and home following Canada Day. Police are investigating the incident as a hate-motivated crime.