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A Fort Erie man is in serious condition in hospital following an e-scooter collision that took place Friday on the Friendship Trail in Fort Erie.

Hamilton Police are investigating a homicide after a man died from injuries sustained during an assault in May. On May 31, 2026, at approximately 11:20 a.m., police were called to the area of Wentworth Street North and Bristol Street following reports of an assault. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a serious head injury. He was transported to hospital, where he remained until his death on July 30, 2026. The victim's family has requested that his name not be released at this time.

Last week, Focus Burlington explored the case for preserving single-family neighbourhoods. It was a thoughtful reminder that detached homes remain an important part of our community. But in a built-out city like Burlington, another question deserves equal attention: how do we accommodate future growth while making the best use of the infrastructure taxpayers have already paid for?

The 50 th anniversary edition of the Festival of Friends welcomed one of the most star studded lineups in his half century of entertaining music lovers. Saturday night it was Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame member Feist along with Basia Bulat on the main stage,

Niagara Police were called Saturday, at approximately 6:40 a.m. to reports of a collision that had occurred on the Welland Canal Parkway past the water treatment plant, where a vehicle had struck a hydro pole.

Hamilton-born and Caledonia-raised cyclist Caleb Leary touched down on the shore of the Atlantic Saturday in Cape Spear Newfoundland, completing an extraordinary journey across Canada in support of animal welfare. The arrival in Cape Spear marked the completion of his coast-to-coast ride from Vancouver Island to the easternmost point in North America. Caleb began Courage Canada Crossing on May 22 from Tofino BC, with very little formal cycling training. Over the past two months, he has crossed Canada solo by bicycle, traveling through communities from coast to coast while facing difficult weather, long distances, equipment problems and challenging terrain. Throughout the journey, he has been raising awareness and funds for animal welfare.

Hamilton-born and Caledonia-raised cyclist Caleb Leary touched down on the shore of the Atlantic Saturday in Cape Spear Newfoundland, completing an extraordinary journey across Canada in support of animal welfare. The arrival in Cape Spear marked the completion of his coast-to-coast ride from Vancouver Island to the easternmost point in North America. Caleb began Courage […]

Film critics are shouting loud hosannas for Christopher Nolan's latest motion picture based on Homer's epic 2,800 year-old Greek poem.

Hamilton Police have arrested a 15-year-old male in relation to the murder of Afef Binalfif and Abdulmalek Shibli on July 29. The male turned himself into police Sunday night. The 15-year-old male faces charges of 2nd Degree Murder and Attempted Murder with a Firearm. In addition, police have also arrested and charged a 34-year-old female with: Accessory after the fact to Murder and Obstructing Police. Both individuals ware scheduled for court appearances today. Investigators have also confirmed that only one firearm was discharged during the incident and the second firearm used during the exchange was an imitation firearm. Police had obtained permission to release the image and name of the minor accused, which is now cancelled. Police are still appealing to any witnesses to contact Detective Matt Dugdale at 905-546-3825. For those who wish to provide information anonymously, please consider reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit any anonymous tips online at Crime Stoppers Hamilton's Website.

After two years, residents can once again enjoy parts of Mountain Drive Park at Concession Street and Upper Gave Avenue. The park was largely fenced off in April 2024 during redevelopment of the park when routine soil testing revealed soil contamination that exceeded allowable limits. In August of 2024 it was decided to close off the entire park. After drilling 156 boreholes to obtain soil sampling, staff have determined that it is safe to re-open much of the easterly portion of the park while phased remediation can take place to restore all of the park to public use.