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Major Canadian airline prepares for big lay offs amid financial turbulence Major Canadian airline prepares for big lay offs amid financial turbulence
Transat A.T. Inc., the parent company of Air Transat, is preparing to lay off up to 80 workers as the tour operator...
Opioid deaths in Ontario shelters tripled during pandemic, study finds –... Opioid deaths in Ontario shelters tripled during pandemic, study finds – Hamilton among highest
A new study examining data from the Ontario coroner's office and other sources indicates opioid-related deaths in the...
‘It’s not very appealing’; Premier Doug Ford plans to overhaul... ‘It’s not very appealing’; Premier Doug Ford plans to overhaul Niagara Falls, Ontario
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is teasing big plans for Niagara Falls and intends to transform the area into a more modern...
RECALLS: Children’s toys, baby cribs, harnesses and spa pumps recalled... RECALLS: Children’s toys, baby cribs, harnesses and spa pumps recalled from Ontario stores
Ontario residents are being urged to inspect their homes for several products that may pose risks of entrapment, fall...
Free rides on MiWay buses to be permanent for kids, older adults in... Free rides on MiWay buses to be permanent for kids, older adults in Mississauga
Starting next summer, young kids and older adults will ride MiWay transit buses in Mississauga for free -- permanently...
Display of these flags brings hate charge against Oakville man Display of these flags brings hate charge against Oakville man
An Oakville man is one of two people charged with inciting hatred after a Hezbollah flag was displayed at a downtown...
Double murder victims identified as ex-boyfriend charged near Oshawa Double murder victims identified as ex-boyfriend charged near Oshawa
A mother and a grandmother have been identified as the victims in a Courtice homicide on Tuesday (Oct. 1). ...
Section of Oakville community centre closed next week Section of Oakville community centre closed next week
Those planning to drop into the River Oaks Community Centre next week may have to find nearby parking spots. ...
Limited-time lottery game nets big win for Mississauga man Limited-time lottery game nets big win for Mississauga man
A Mississauga man won big after purchasing a ticket for a limited-time lottery game. ...
Oct. 4 Weather: Chance of afternoon showers in southern Ontario Oct. 4 Weather: Chance of afternoon showers in southern Ontario
It’ll be a sunny start on Friday (Oct. 3), but the clouds will roll in, and with them a chance for an afternoon shower...
Child dies of rabies after bat exposure in Ontario Child dies of rabies after bat exposure in Ontario
An Ontario health official says a child has died of rabies after being exposed to a bat in the northern part of the...
‘Vulnerable’ man missing since Sunday last seen leaving Mississauga home ‘Vulnerable’ man missing since Sunday last seen leaving Mississauga home
Police say they're trying to find a "vulnerable" Mississauga man who has been missing since Sunday morning. ...
McMaster Homecoming party nuisance bylaw and safety initiative now in... McMaster Homecoming party nuisance bylaw and safety initiative now in effect in Hamilton
A bylaw targeting McMaster University Homecoming parties is now in effect, allowing police to lay additional charges if...
Woman struck by vehicle in downtown Milton Woman struck by vehicle in downtown Milton
A woman was struck by a vehicle in downtown Milton on Thursday night (Oct. 3). ...
Major Oakville Road to be closed for two months Major Oakville Road to be closed for two months
Construction on a major Oakville road will result in it being closed for more than two months. ...
Amazon looks to hire 9,000 employees across Canada Amazon looks to hire 9,000 employees across Canada
Amazon is looking to hire 9,000 employees across Canada. ...
Breast cancer survivors ‘feel beautiful again’ with tattoos from... Breast cancer survivors ‘feel beautiful again’ with tattoos from Oakville business
Denise O’Connell believed she was helping a friend who had breast cancer and had undergone a mastectomy. ...
Food
Restaurant Reco: This restaurant serves huge portions of Indian fusion food... Restaurant Reco: This restaurant serves huge portions of Indian fusion food in Oshawa
Have you ever been on your way home after a night out, craving a meal that hits all the right spots? I have, and that's...
Michelin-star chef behind Oakville’s Hexagon strives for excellence Michelin-star chef behind Oakville’s Hexagon strives for excellence
There's no higher honour in the culinary world than recognition from the Michelin Guide. A star from the world's most...
Family restaurant group closing downtown Hamilton location Family restaurant group closing downtown Hamilton location
After five years in downtown Hamilton the owners of the Bardō restaurant on James Street are closing up shop, with the...
CAR RECALL: 2 major Japanese car manufacturer have issued recalls in Canada CAR RECALL: 2 major Japanese car manufacturer have issued recalls in Canada
More than 12,000 vehicles in Canada are included in two separate recalls by Toyota Motor Corp. and Mazda. ...
Top 5s
Top 5 most anticipated restaurant openings of 2024 in Mississauga Top 5 most anticipated restaurant openings of 2024 in Mississauga
Dining out, whether at a top-end restaurant or taking a break at a plaza eatery or food court hot spot, continues to be...
5 Old School Restaurants in Hamilton 5 Old School Restaurants in Hamilton
Hamilton’s culinary scene has undoubtedly picked up speed in recent years but there are a number of establishments...
Top 5 most haunted sites in Hamilton Top 5 most haunted sites in Hamilton
Is it real or imagined? History or legend? ...
Real Estate
Halton House of the Week: Beautiful Milton home has $500,000 in upgrades Halton House of the Week: Beautiful Milton home has $500,000 in upgrades
This Place: Tiled patio, saltwater pool in backyard oasis ...
Oshawa sweeps five most affordable homes sold in September in Durham Region Oshawa sweeps five most affordable homes sold in September in Durham Region
Oshawa properties swept the board on a list of the least expensive homes sold in Durham Region in September, with...
Rents in Oshawa on the decline – National Rent Report Rents in Oshawa on the decline – National Rent Report
While rents across most of the country are on an upward spiral, housing expenses in Oshawa continue to decline, making...
New Openings
Chick-fil-A opens first Burlington location today Chick-fil-A opens first Burlington location today
In one of the most anticipated openings of the year, Chick-fil-A has finally arrived in Burlington after a year of...
Uniqlo opens massive new store in Mississauga Uniqlo opens massive new store in Mississauga
Major Japanese clothing brand Uniqlo is opening a brand new store in Mississauga’s Heartland Town Centre, and...
Lifestyle
Legendary haunted house ready to be explored in Oakville Legendary haunted house ready to be explored in Oakville
There wasn't even a moment of hesitation when Wendy Belcher was asked, What's the most haunted house in Oakville? ...
Concerns persist about controversial hotel in Niagara-on-the-Lake Concerns persist about controversial hotel in Niagara-on-the-Lake
A hotel development that sparked an outcry from some Niagara-on-the-Lake residents when it was narrowly approved by...
Suspects carry out gunpoint robbery after dating app set up: Hamilton... Suspects carry out gunpoint robbery after dating app set up: Hamilton police
Hamilton police are searching for three suspects who allegedly used a popular dating app to set up a meeting with a...
Uniqlo opens massive new store in Mississauga Uniqlo opens massive new store in Mississauga
Major Japanese clothing brand Uniqlo is opening a brand new store in Mississauga’s Heartland Town Centre, and...
Founder of multiple St. Catharines, Niagara-area restaurants dies at 64 Founder of multiple St. Catharines, Niagara-area restaurants dies at 64
The man behind several popular Indian restaurants and food trucks in the Niagara region passed away last month, his...
Michelin-star chef behind Oakville’s Hexagon strives for excellence Michelin-star chef behind Oakville’s Hexagon strives for excellence
There's no higher honour in the culinary world than recognition from the Michelin Guide. A star from the world's most...
Do Trudeau’s Liberals want another monopoly in Canadian news with Bill... Do Trudeau’s Liberals want another monopoly in Canadian news with Bill C-18?
A news monopoly could form in Canada due to Bill C-18 and the Trudeau government doesn’t seem to be aware (or care). ...
Entertainment
Still time to capture culture in Burlington this week Still time to capture culture in Burlington this week
Culture Days continue in Burlington until Oct. 13 with plenty to still see and do. ...
Things to do this weekend in Mississauga: Oct. 4 to Oct. 6 Things to do this weekend in Mississauga: Oct. 4 to Oct. 6
Fall vibes are here and with it comes an exciting lineup of events to experience in the city this season. From concerts...
Still time to capture culture in Burlington this week Still time to capture culture in Burlington this week
Culture Days continue in Burlington until Oct. 13 with plenty to still see and do. ...
Music, magic and serial killers, something for everyone at Milton arts... Music, magic and serial killers, something for everyone at Milton arts centre
From illusions to musicians to guest speakers, there's a wide variety of entertainment coming to FirstOntario Arts...
Things to do this weekend in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa: Aug 23 to... Things to do this weekend in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa: Aug 23 to 25
With back-to-school just a few weeks away, there's still time to soak up the summer fun! ...
Huge winery set to host ghost walk and movie night in Niagara-on-the-Lake Huge winery set to host ghost walk and movie night in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Now that October is officially upon us, the spooky season has begun--and one Niagara-on-the-Lake winery is set to...
Sports
Push for gender equity in tennis ‘a beautiful thing’: Bianca Andreescu Push for gender equity in tennis ‘a beautiful thing’: Bianca Andreescu
Bianca Andreescu knows a significant part of her job takes place away from the tennis court, in moments she may not even...
New cricket pitch opens in Whitby New cricket pitch opens in Whitby
Whitby's cricket community has a new place to bowl with a second pitch now open in Whitby. ...
Oshawa Generals go all in to acquire Winnipeg Jets first rounder Oshawa Generals go all in to acquire Winnipeg Jets first rounder
A long-rumoured trade involving Winnipeg Jet first round draft pick Colby Barlow has finally been completed, with the...
Athletic fields closed in Burlington because of unplayable conditions Athletic fields closed in Burlington because of unplayable conditions
Several athletic fields are off-limits today because of unplayable conditions caused by rain. ...
Athletic fields closed in Burlington because of unplayable conditions Athletic fields closed in Burlington because of unplayable conditions
Several athletic fields are off-limits today because of unplayable conditions caused by rain. ...
Super Bowl trophy on display at Whitby sports store Saturday Super Bowl trophy on display at Whitby sports store Saturday
One of the most coveted trophies in sports will be on this side of the border Saturday when the Vince Lombardi Trophy -...
Toronto Raptors expected to confirm plans to retire Vince Carter’s No. 15 Toronto Raptors expected to confirm plans to retire Vince Carter’s No. 15
The Toronto Raptors are expected to confirm today that Vince Carter's No. 15 will be the first number to be retired by...