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If I were mayor: Tougher traffic safety rules for Hamilton roads

Jul 2, 2026
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If I were mayor: Good policy works for Hamilton families

Jun 30, 2026
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The Hamilton Fire Department showcases its first electric fire truck

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Hamilton police lay 8,000 speeding charges in 2025 — down from 32,860+ in 2021

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Top Hamilton headlines this week: Tragic Canada Day + Bar faces 60-day suspension + Is your home still worth over $500K? + LRT construction closing intersection in August

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Canadian food recall for soup sold through major grocers, Sobeys, Foodland, IGA, Safeway, Whole Foods Market, Farm Boy, plus maple syrup, oysters and sauce sold in Ontario

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Contentious Greensville commercial development appealed to provincial tribunal

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My high school friend wasn't the brightest spark. Fast forward a few years and well, she sure showed us ... Ask Lisi

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My high school friend wasn’t the brightest spark. Fast forward a few years and well, she sure showed us ... Ask Lisi

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Hamilton bar facing proposed 60-day suspension after alleged overservice linked to fatal crash

Jul 3, 2026
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Mayor Andrea Horwath’s property standards appeal to be heard Wednesday

Jul 3, 2026
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King William Street pedestrian zone back for summer festivities

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Ticats launch second season of ‘Made in the Hammer’ docuseries

Jul 3, 2026
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Guide to 2026 summer festivals around Hamilton

Jul 3, 2026
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Hamilton Arts Awards winners announced

Jul 3, 2026
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Travel Ontario

This ‘world-renowned’ Ontario town is a film backdrop with iconic billion-year-old rock in the heart of the Canadian Shield

It is situated just under two and a half hours from Toronto.

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Movies by the Lake returns to downtown Burlington

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Travel Ontario

These stunning Ontario winery getaways feature unforgettable tasting rooms and world-class dining

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Crime

Moms given life in prison for murder of adoptive Indigenous boy, abuse of brother

Jul 3, 2026

Business

Fried chicken restaurant BTRMLK opening Oakville location

Jul 3, 2026
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Cristiano Ronaldo thanks thousands of local fans after Portugal victory in Toronto Stadium’s final World Cup game

Jul 3, 2026
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The digital world is evolving rapidly. Can the Carney government’s safety plan keep up?

14 hrs ago
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When Mark Carney made a pipeline deal with Alberta, the real winner was B.C.

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Canada

Canadian, American air forces to conduct joint flypast in Ottawa for Fourth of July

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Canada

U.S. taking ‘obstructionist’ approach to UN’s efforts to foster equality: ambassador

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Federal Politics

The Liberals are paying for another pipeline. One MP believes this time is different

Jul 3, 2026
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Canada

Rights council seeks unity that Jewish, Muslim envoys couldn’t achieve: Miller

Jul 3, 2026
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Hamilton Region

Veteran middle linebacker Wynton McManis to make debut with Hamilton Tiger-Cats

7 hrs ago
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Canada

Here is a look at key news events in June 2026

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Ontario

Why Toronto Harbour’s illegal party boat problem may be getting worse this year

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Ontario

Memories and moments as Toronto’s three wild World Cup weeks draw to an end

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Canada

Gilgeous-Alexander show rolls into hometown of Hamilton as Canada routs Puerto Rico

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Canada

Roughriders hang on to 27-22 victory after defence defuses late Redblacks’ drive

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World

Europe

Albanians take to the streets in protest for the 35th night in a row

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United States

Prosecutors argue the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk should stand trial

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United States

150 people from 50 countries become US citizens at Mount Vernon on America’s 250th birthday

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United States

Paul Pelosi in hit-and-run in California, car left with major damage, authorities say

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Life

Searing heat and storms mar holiday with 3 children dead in Wisconsin and utility outages widespread

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Europe

Paris summer ritual returns with 3 supervised Seine swimming spots

9 hrs ago
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Shipping news for June 21 to 27. What came in and out of the Port of Hamilton

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Business

Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg oil terminal in latest long-range attack on Russia

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Can Canada’s once-thriving auto sector survive Trump's tariff hammer blow?

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Can Canada’s once-thriving auto sector survive Trump’s tariff hammer blow?

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Business

Small businesses say they’re having a good summer as Americans travel closer to home

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Brazil’s top presidential candidates Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro clash over US tariff proposal

Jul 3, 2026
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Business

No apparent fines yet for ticket resellers under Ontario price-cap law

Jul 3, 2026
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Life

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Taylor Swift and Travis got married in America’s royal wedding. Everything to know about their star-studded celebration

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Relationships

Toronto singles are scoring international love matches during the World Cup: ‘There’s a high vibrational energy’

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Life

Sculptor of planned Andy Murray statue at Wimbledon understands risks involved

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Health

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A battery-operated heart: A pacemaker implant after complete heart block leaves this writer wired for life

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My high school friend wasn’t the brightest spark. Fast forward a few years and well, she sure showed us ... Ask Lisi

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Growing Your Garden

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Impatiens — ‘Touch-me-nots,’ busy Lizzies

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Sports

Blue Jays vs. Mariners: Twenty-eight up, 27 down in an embarrassing 11-0 loss in Seattle

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Blue Jays vs. Mariners: Twenty-eight up, 27 down in an embarrassing 11-0 loss in Seattle

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Hockey

Maple Leafs rookie Gavin McKenna has decided on his jersey number. The first No. 92 approves

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Basketball

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The Shai Show takes over TD Coliseum

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Ticats

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McManis finally appears set to make his debut for the Ticats

13 hrs ago
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Baseball

Why do the Blue Jays tap their knuckles when they get on base? We tried to get in on the inside joke

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Baseball

Blue Jays vs. Mariners: Cease dominant, Arozarena’s poor judgment costly in Toronto win

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FIFA World Cup: Where to watch the Portugal vs. Croatia match in Toronto

Jul 3, 2026
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Soccer

Meet the World Cup wives and girlfriends supporting team Canada’s players

Jul 3, 2026
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Heat wave in Hamilton: Summer essentials for weekend patio dates or fun festivals

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Heat wave in Hamilton: Summer essentials for weekend patio dates or fun festivals

Jun 28, 2026
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Autos

From track to road: F1 tech drives advances in hybrid cars

15 hrs ago
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Autos

To mark 50 years of the 3 Series, BMW is making 100 of these special cars available in Canada

Jun 27, 2026
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Autos

Volvo’s latest family-friendly SUV flips the script on pricey EVs. It’s a lounge on wheels

Jun 27, 2026
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Real Estate

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Use the Star’s interactive tool to explore how home prices have changed in your neighbourhood over the last decade

Jul 3, 2026
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Real Estate

Number of Hamilton homes under $500K has doubled: MPAC report

Jun 30, 2026
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Real Estate

Montreal announces it will support interest-free rental loans for struggling tenants

Jun 29, 2026
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