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Notes from Tonight's City of Hamilton Pier 8 Tall Building Public Consultation

By Joey Coleman, Editor | November 5, 2020

Around 50 people attended an online consultation meeting, with many expressing opposition to the proposed tall building, and city staff saying it is not a done deal.

Internet to be included as a $15/mth fee at CityHousing’s 500 MacNab Seniors Apartments

By Joey Coleman, Editor | October 30, 2020

CityHousing Hamilton says they hope to expand this type of service to other properties in Hamilton where HCE offers service.

Hamilton is Distancing Well: UToronto Report

By Joey Coleman, Editor | October 28, 2020

An analysis of smartphone data by a group of University of Toronto researchers finds Hamiltonians have significantly decreased their contacts with individuals outside of their households and maintained physical distancing while reopening businesses and services.

Hamilton Library Expanding Hours at 10 Branches

By Joey Coleman, Editor | October 25, 2020

Starting October 19, evening hours were added at Central, Dundas, Red Hill, and Terryberry. The branches are now open Monday to Thursday evenings until 9pm.
On Monday, November 6, evening hours will be added at Barton, Concession, Kenilworth, Sherwood, Turner Park, and Waterdown branches. They will remain open Monday to Thursday evenings until 9pm.