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Former Hamilton lawyer barred from practising after law society says she failed 'extremely vulnerable' clients
As first reported by CBC Hamilton, and according to subsequent Law Society of Ontario investigations, Victoria Bruyn failed to complete refugee applications, show up for hearings or submit evidence, and in some cases lied about it.
Amid tariffs and to avoid layoffs, Hamilton steel fabricator pivots from mostly U.S. to Canadian projects
Before the U.S. imposed tariffs earlier this year, about 70 per cent of Walters Group's steel fabrications were exported to the U.S. Now, that number is nearly zero, said one executive during Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to the Hamilton facility.
Hamilton council ratifies collective agreement for water workers
“I want to thank residents for their patience and understanding throughout the labour disruption," says Mayor Andrea Horwath. "I am proud that we were able to come together and reach a fair agreement for our employees while providing value to Hamiltonians.”
2nd person dies following head-on collision in Hamilton, say police
A second person has died following a three-vehicle crash on Trinity Church Road, say Hamilton police.
Hamilton public health says possible measles exposures at Costco, Service Ontario
The health agency is investigating two travel-related cases of measles, in an infant and adult, and is warning residents they may have been unknowingly exposed to the virus.
No cars on King William Street for next 2 months to make way for 'energy and creativity'
Soon King William Street's "iconic restaurant row" in downtown Hamilton will be open to pedestrians only.
Hamilton mayor urges Ontario to push through Jamesville housing development despite CN's appeal
Mayor Andrea Horwath is pushing for an Ontario government order that would allow the City of Hamilton and developers to build nearly 500 housing units, some affordable, on James Street North.
Parkdale Avenue intersection closes for LRT-related work as Metrolinx gears up construction
The watermain work will see the full closure of a major intersection in east Hamilton for three days next week.
As former Olympic boxer-turned-councillor faces domestic assault charge, women-led advocacy group is silenced
Since Niagara Falls Coun. Mike Strange was charged with domestic assault in May, the controversy surrounding the ex-Olympic boxer has taken some odd twists and turns. A women's advocacy group, for instance, isn't allowed to speak in council about an Ontario bill calling for stiffer penalties for municipal elected officials in serious misconduct cases.
40-year-old motorcyclist dies after collision in Niagara Region, say police
On Tuesday at 2:25 p.m., police said they responded to a crash in the area of Victoria Avenue North and Canboro Road in Pelham, located in central Niagara.