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Burlington’s Gracie Sakran Holds 660-Class Cycling Record
A new CHCH profile spotlights the Burlington resident’s achievement: Guinness records 660 indoor cycling classes during 2025.
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Sports
Waterdown’s Mike Malott Knocks Out Buckley at UFC Edmonton
Malott finishes the main event at 2:32 of round two for his fifth straight win; Jasmine Jasudavicius also wins the co-main event.
Sports
Forge Beat Ottawa 2–1 to Keep CPL Shield Hopes Alive
First CPL goals from Anthony Aromatario and Levonte Johnson give Hamilton's club its third consecutive league win.
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Unregistered Anti-Danko Signs Flagged in Hamilton, CHCH Reports
City correspondence cited by the broadcaster raises third-party advertising rules as Hamilton's final advance-voting weekend continues.
Sports
Hammers Fall 4–1 to Rochester as Prokhorov Scores First AHL Goal
Hamilton's rookie milestones offered a bright spot in Friday's defeat at TD Coliseum; Syracuse visits Sunday.
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Neighbour to Neighbour Marks 40 Years With October 17 Hamilton Fair
The community celebration runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 28 Athens Street, with pumpkin carving, a garage sale and family activities.
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ASU Parts Ways With Powers, Names Hakstol as Mayich Review Continues
The university’s October 15 coaching change follows Stoney Creek player Matthew Mayich’s collapse. A separate independent review remains unresolved.
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Hamilton Candidates Condemn Reported Intimidation as Police Investigate
Kojo Damptey’s account prompts cross-campaign condemnation; police activity is reported, but no arrest or charge is announced.
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Police Release New Image of Missing Burlington Man Kenneth Bosada
Halton police say the image was captured October 14 near New Street and Drury Lane and are appealing for information.
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Joly Warns Stelco Owner of Forced-Sale Risk as Ottawa Reviews Options
The minister alleges broken takeover commitments and points to court enforcement; no nationalization or court order is announced.
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Hamilton’s Fall Mum Show Opens Saturday at Gage Park
The indoor exhibition runs October 17–25, with daily visiting hours, family admission and weekend children’s activities.
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Police Say Former Brock Campus Fire Appears Suspicious
No injuries were reported; the cause remains undetermined and damage is estimated at $50,000.
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Hamilton Film Festival Opens Tonight With Gala and Local Shorts
The 21st edition begins in Ancaster on October 16 and runs through October 25 across Hamilton venues.
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12-Year-Old Seriously Injured in Highway 5 Crash
A mother and four children were hospitalized after a sedan and dump truck collided on Highway 5 in Dundas. The oldest child was seriously injured.
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SIU Finds No Grounds to Charge Hamilton Officer in Arrest Injury
Ontario’s police watchdog says the force used during a June arrest was legally justified after a man smashed a police-cruiser window and was found with a crowbar.
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Hamilton Records 18,599 Ballots Through Two Weeks of Early Voting
Week-two advance polls drew 8,864 voters, bringing Hamilton’s early-ballot total to 18,599 before the final advance weekend.
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Hamilton Police Seek Three Suspects After Armed Home Invasion
Police say three people forced their way into an East 8th Street-area home before fleeing on foot; no injuries were reported.
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Driver Charged After Fatal Stone Church Road Pedestrian Collision
An 81-year-old Hamilton woman is charged with careless driving causing death after an August collision that killed a 91-year-old pedestrian.
Canada
Lucy Midday News: Canada–India Trade and Hamilton Updates — October 14
Lucy’s fresh midday briefing: Canada’s India trade target, Hamilton police updates, and tonight’s Ontario Folk Music Awards. Watch on TNC’s YouTube channel.
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Six Puppies Survive Hamilton Animal-Welfare Call; Two Die
Hamilton police say eight severely undernourished puppies were found in an outdoor cage Tuesday; six received emergency care and two died.
Canada
Lucy Morning News: Ukraine Warning Gap, Toronto Vote and Kawhi — Oct. 14
Lucy’s October 14 bulletin covers Ukraine’s warning gap, Toronto’s ballot deadline, Waterdown’s debate and Kawhi Leonard’s return.
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Hamilton Teen Charged After Student Injured in BB-Gun Incident
A 15-year-old faces three charges after police say a student suffered facial injuries at St. Charles Learning Centre. The allegations are unproven.
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Two Minor Earthquakes Recorded Near Burlington Within Three Hours
Earthquakes Canada recorded magnitude-1.4 and magnitude-1.5 earthquakes seven kilometres east of Burlington; officials reported no damage.
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Three Hamilton Youths Charged After Stolen SUV Strikes Parked Vehicle
Police say three teenagers fled after a stolen SUV hit a parked vehicle in east Hamilton. Officers later recovered a BB gun, bear spray and the vehicle’s keys.
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Hamilton Police Link Two Fennell Avenue Armed Robberies
Police say a pizza restaurant and a cannabis store were robbed about 30 minutes apart Saturday night; no physical injuries were reported and no arrest has been announced.
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Police Recover Hyundai Tied to Targeted Stoney Creek Shooting
Hamilton police recovered a Hyundai linked to Sunday’s targeted Stoney Creek shooting and found evidence of an injury, but no victim has come forward.
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Hundreds Rally Against Planned Hamilton Health Sciences Job Cuts
Workers protested a plan to eliminate 413 positions as the hospital network faces a projected $150-million deficit.
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OPP Report $4.6-Million Cannabis Seizure at Haldimand County Site
Police say two men face Cannabis Act charges, a third suspect remains outstanding and the property was ordered vacated over safety hazards.
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Watch Lucy’s October 13 Morning News Broadcast
Lucy’s Tuesday briefing: Hamilton voting, the Stoney Creek investigation, Carney’s unity message and morning weather.
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Good Shepherd Prepares More Than 1,600 Thanksgiving Meals in Hamilton
Staff and volunteers prepared more than 1,600 holiday meals as Good Shepherd says Hamilton shelters are operating at or above capacity.
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Watch Lucy’s October 12 Thanksgiving Morning Broadcast
Second Harvest’s truck disruption, Hamilton steel jobs, a Stoney Creek investigation and Thanksgiving service reminders—with Lucy.
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Watch Lucy’s October 11 Morning News Broadcast
Canada’s jobs report, energy security, a Hamilton police warning and Sunday advance voting—with Lucy and video B-roll.
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Hamilton Police Officer Charged With Breaching Court Order, Force Says
Hamilton Police say Halton investigators charged an 18-year member of the force with breach of recognizance following an earlier domestic-incident case.
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Hamilton News: Watch Lucy’s October 10 Broadcast
Stelco jobs, Hamilton’s 26°C rental-cooling pilot and advance voting—with Lucy’s full broadcast and supporting visuals.
Sports
Elks Beat Tiger-Cats 27–12, Secure Home Playoff Game
Edmonton held Hamilton scoreless in the first half, then turned a failed fake punt into a fourth-quarter pick-six at Tim Hortons Field.
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Hamilton Approves 26°C Rental Cooling Pilot for Downtown
The two-summer Ward 2 pilot will require landlords to keep at least one habitable room in covered rental units at or below 26°C, subject to exemptions.
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Hamilton Mayoral Candidates Clash Over Taxes, Spending and Values in Final TV Debate
Twelve of Hamilton's 13 certified mayoral candidates took part in a contentious Cable 14 debate ahead of the October 26 election.
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Ontario Appeal Court Orders New Hearing in Hamilton Encampment Case
A unanimous panel set aside the 2024 ruling and sent the Charter challenge back to Superior Court, while leaving Hamilton's bylaw in force.
Canada
Poilievre Urges Ottawa to Sue Stelco Owner in Five-Part Economic Plan
The five-part proposal calls for action on Stelco commitments, steel dumping, industrial carbon pricing, LNG approvals and U.S. tariffs.
Sports
From Hamilton to TIME: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Earns Another Global Spotlight
The Canadian star’s TIME cover highlights his Hamilton roots, consecutive NBA MVP awards and investment in his hometown.
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PWHL Hamilton Unveils Steel-Inspired Jerseys for Inaugural Season
The gold, deep-red, burnt-orange and cream uniforms will debut in December as Hamilton begins its first PWHL season.
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Hamilton Backs Remediation Grant for 512-Bed Fennell Long-Term-Care Project
Council approved support for cleaning up the former psychiatric hospital lands, clearing another hurdle for two planned 256-bed care homes.
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Hamilton to Launch Citywide Hate-Prevention Campaign October 22
Hamilton Together will focus on recognizing hate, reporting incidents and connecting residents with support.
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Three Hospitalized After Two Unrelated Explosions and Fires in Hamilton
One person is reported in critical condition after separate incidents on Springside Drive and Lampton Place. Investigations into the causes continue.
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Hamilton’s MRI Capacity Raises Questions as Ontario Expands Private Clinics
Hospital financial pressure and a report on overnight scanner closures sharpen the debate over where Ontario should fund more diagnostic care.
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Hamilton Approves Ward 2 Rental-Cooling Pilot for 2027
Council backed a 26°C summer limit in part of each unit and rejected immediate citywide expansion.
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Hamilton Symposium Connects First Responders Around Mental-Health Support
Police, firefighters, paramedics and emergency dispatchers gathered Wednesday to discuss support and resilience.
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Hamilton Police Seek Man After Alleged Indecent Act Outside Ancaster School
Investigators are asking residents near Concerto Court and Amberly Boulevard to review video recorded Monday afternoon.
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Two Youths Charged After Alleged Hate-Motivated Assault on Hamilton Rail Trail
Hamilton Police say a running coach was threatened with racial comments and punched; the Hate Crime Unit is reviewing the case.
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Hamilton Police Seek Community Advisers on Race and Identity Data
Residents can apply until October 31; a policing or data-analysis background is not required.
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Hamilton Police Seek Camera Footage After Serious Pritchard Road Collision
Investigators are asking witnesses and nearby camera owners to help reconstruct Sunday’s two-vehicle crash.
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Hamilton Mayoral Candidates Face Housing Questions Tonight at the Westdale
Horwath, Loomis and Gillespie are scheduled to discuss housing and homelessness at 7 p.m.
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Search Suspended for Six Aboard Hamilton Air Ambulance; Company Says All Are Presumed Dead
Latitude Air Ambulance says it is grieving after the Coast Guard suspended the search off Nantucket on Sunday.
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Telling Tales Continues Sunday at RBG, With Limited Standby Access
Registered places are sold out; families without tickets should check availability before travelling.
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Hamilton YMCA Walk Raises $50,000 for Men’s Housing Supports
The two-day, 75-kilometre Long Walk Home finished downtown after exceeding its fundraising target.
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Hamilton Unions Rally Outside MP’s Office Over Federal Strike Powers
Local labour groups brought their opposition to Bill C-39 and Section 107 to Hamilton Centre on Friday.
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Hamilton’s Nigerian Community Celebrates Nigeria’s Independence Day
Hamilton’s Nigerian community celebrated Nigeria’s Independence Day at City Hall with Mayor Andrea Horwath and Police Chief Frank Bergen on October 1, 2026.
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Hamilton Man Charged After Fatal Mississauga Hit-and-Run
Police announced the arrest Thursday and seek a motorist who may have spoken with the accused.
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Stelco to Idle Hamilton Finishing Operations as Hundreds of Workers Face Layoffs
Update: steelworkers’ unions urge Ottawa to enforce takeover commitments as questions remain about transfers to Nanticoke.
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Woman Charged After Alleged Stabbing at Juravinski Hospital
A 71-year-old man suffered a non-life-threatening injury in the Hamilton hospital’s waiting room, CHCH reports.
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Hamilton Flood Grant Offers Up to $2,000 for Eligible Summer-Storm Losses
Homeowners and tenants can seek help with uninsured eligible costs from four July and August rainstorms.
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Stelco Dispute Deepens With New CEO Interview
Follow-up coverage examines the response to our earlier layoffs report.
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Hamilton Invites Residents to West Harbour Gathering for Truth and Reconciliation
The free community event runs from 10 a.m. to noon at James Street Plaza.
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Two Charged After Woman Injured in Hamilton Shopping Plaza Carjacking
Police say GPS tracking helped them locate the stolen vehicle after a 62-year-old woman was attacked on Mall Road.
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Red Hill Valley Parkway Closure Scheduled to End at 5 a.m. Monday
Hamilton lists the Mud Street to Barton Street stretch as closed in both directions for weekend work.
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Red Hill Valley Parkway Closed Through Weekend Between Mud Street and Barton Street
The city says the closure lasts until 5 a.m. Monday, weather permitting.
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France Reports More Than 2,000 Arrests After Unrest; Macron Plans Address
Renewed Paris clashes follow Saturday’s demonstrations; Canadians should distinguish the developing unrest from Ottawa’s existing travel guidance.
Canada
De Havilland Seeks National Water-Bomber Fleet as Orders Extend to 2034
The manufacturer argues a larger Canadian order could support another production line, while existing provincial and international orders fill its backlog.
Sports
Canada’s Dabrowski Wins Wuhan Doubles Title With Stefani
The Canadian and Brazilian partners beat defending champions Storm Hunter and Katerina Siniakova 7–5, 6–4 for their sixth title of the season.
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Davidovich Fokina Rallies Past Jodar for First Masters 1000 Title
The Spaniard overcame a set-and-break deficit to win the Shanghai final in three sets, ending Rafael Jodar’s run.