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NewsHamilton's longest-serving economic development director, Neil Everson, passes away at 62

Family and friends recall Neil's work ethic and willingness to help others.

23 hours ago

NewsTracking the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Hamilton1 hour ago

NewsHamilton students switching to home learning next week21 hours ago

NewsDundas 71 Main St. proposed development site undergoes stage 3 archeological assessment21 hours ago

NewsHamilton public school board cuts 104 elementary jobsApr 12, 2021

NewsHamilton's area-rating policy lowers average tax impact for suburban residentsApr 11, 2021

NewsAmica retirement facility proposed for former Brandon House property in AncasterApr 10, 2021

NewsAncaster's De Mazenod Farm feeds bodies and minds in Hamilton's inner cityApr 09, 2021

NewsDundas Highway 8 Greensville access closes for 20-month projectApr 09, 2021

NewsGet ready for another season of road work on Hamilton MountainApr 09, 2021

NewsMassive housing survey planned next to Winona public schoolApr 08, 2021

Events

Tue Apr 13, 2021Forest Bath - Fuzzy MallDundas | 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tue Apr 13, 2021Teacher-Taught Adult Credit Courses at St. CharlesHamilton | 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tue Apr 13, 2021Hybrid (mix of in-person and online) Adult Credit Classes at St. CharlesHamilton | 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tue Apr 13, 2021PLAR Session at St. Charles (Earn multiple credits in only 6 weeks)Hamilton | 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Wed Apr 14, 2021Call for Artists in Support of Welcome Inn Community Centre7:00 am - 11:59 pm

Events

Tue Apr 13, 2021Forest Bath - Fuzzy MallDundas | 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tue Apr 13, 2021Teacher-Taught Adult Credit Courses at St. CharlesHamilton | 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tue Apr 13, 2021Hybrid (mix of in-person and online) Adult Credit Classes at St. CharlesHamilton | 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tue Apr 13, 2021PLAR Session at St. Charles (Earn multiple credits in only 6 weeks)Hamilton | 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Things to do

WhatsOnOntario country awards coming to Ancaster Fairgrounds

Drive-in show set for May 30

Apr 11, 2021

BooksIn a “magical” novel like Helen Oyeyemi’s “Peaces” it pays to notice the details. Here’s whyApr 11, 2021

BooksRowling children's story 'The Christmas Pig' out in October5 hours ago

WhatsOnJay Baruchel joins 'LOL: Last One Laughing Canada'8 hours ago

Featured

NewsVoting now open for 2021 Hamilton Community News Readers' Choice Awards

Do you have a favourite local restaurant, auto repair shop or health-care professional?

Mar 25, 2021

NewsTracking the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Hamilton

NewsNew cases, announcements, closures around coronavirus for Ancaster, Dundas, Hamilton Mountain, Stoney Creek

NewsHow many COVID-19 cases are there in Ancaster, Dundas, Hamilton Mountain, Stoney Creek and area schools?

Opinion

OpinionOntario has made Hamilton's LRT a priority, but key questions go unanswered

You may be forgiven for any confusion that the province is essentially fast-tracking the LRT project, since it was the same government that eagerly cancelled it because costs were ballooning to $5.5 billion. Yet somehow, the project has survived that

Apr 12, 2021

OpinionReaders’ blunt advice: You can’t fix him! Change the locks and your phone number. Ask Ellie8 hours ago

OpinionMatt Elliott: Doug Ford’s confusing colour-coded COVID system has been a dismal failure. Time to scrap it for good14 hours ago

OpinionEmma Teitel: Doug Ford’s ‘stay home’ message is absurd. Workers in the hardest-hit areas can’t stay home — they’re essential19 hours ago

OpinionBruce Arthur: A weak premier played chicken with a ruthless COVID-19 virus. So Doug Ford lurches again19 hours ago

Coronavirus Crisis

NewsHow many COVID-19 cases are there in Ancaster, Dundas, Hamilton Mountain, Stoney Creek and area schools?

There have been a total of about 1,102 COVID-19 cases connected to Hamilton schools since the pandemic started.

7 minutes ago

NewsQuebec extends lockdown order in three regions27 minutes ago

NewsNew cases, announcements, closures around coronavirus for Ancaster, Dundas, Hamilton Mountain, Stoney Creek1 hour ago

NewsTracking the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Hamilton1 hour ago

OPEN DIGITAL ACCESSLIVE VIDEO: Ontario Premier Doug Ford and senior ministers to share COVID-19 vaccine update1 hour ago

Life

CommunityDundas Routes Youth Centre fundraising is taking root

Pandemic-proof fundraisers for spring.

20 hours ago

sponsoredNow is the time for women to take the reins on their finances21 hours ago

Money MattersIda, 33, was laid off and moved back home, but is still paying rent on a downtown condo. She wants to relocate to Quebec. Can she do it?Apr 12, 2021

OpinionIn Your Corner: Should you invest in stocks or bonds?Apr 12, 2021

WellnessCdn COVID patient receives double lung transplantApr 12, 2021

Flyers

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Barbeque Bonanza & Outdoor Kitchen Spectacular

Fri Apr 16, 2021 - Sun Apr 18, 2021

RexallFri Apr 9, 2021 - Thu Apr 15, 2021

2001 Audio VideoFri Apr 9, 2021 - Thu Apr 15, 2021

Canadian TireFri Apr 9, 2021 - Thu Apr 15, 2021

WalmartThu Apr 8, 2021 - Wed Apr 21, 2021

Fashion and beauty

Fashion and BeautyWhat are some good ways to deal with excessive sweating? Ask The Kit

My oldest grandson is 18, works hard, plays (soccer) hard, you would be proud of him. He sweats profusely and smells like it. Mom gets peeved as he takes three showers every day and always uses fresh towels. Fresh clothes follow. A column addressing

Apr 09, 2021

Fashion and BeautyThe Kit’s beauty director, Katherine Lalancette, shares her latest obsessionsApr 07, 2021

Fashion and BeautyLift your spirits with a new spring scentApr 06, 2021

Fashion and BeautyMy closet is taunting me. What do I keep or toss?Apr 02, 2021

Real estate

OpinionTime to break out the hoses in Canada’s overheated housing market

The average price of a home in the Toronto region now tops the million-dollar mark. It’s also a whopping 22 per cent higher than a year ago, according to the latest data.

Apr 12, 2021