News Releases

HAMILTON, ON – Public Health Services is investigating an outbreak of Salmonella associated with Ole Gourmet restaurant located at 174 Hamilton Regional Rd 8, in Stoney Creek. Four people have been confirmed with Salmonella after consuming food prepared by this restaurant.

Hamilton, ON – The City of Hamilton and the Hamilton Bulldogs invite Bulldogs fans to come out Friday night to the forecourt at City Hall – dubbed the ‘Dog Pound’ – to watch the semi-final Mastercard Memorial Cup game on a big screen and cheer on the Bulldogs as they take on the Regina Pats. Join us as we continue to celebrate and cheer for our hometown Hamilton Bulldogs in their quest for the Memorial Cup! - Mayor Fred Eisenberger 

HAMILTON, ON – In order to safely complete paving repairs in the area, the MTO will be closing entry and exit ramps at the Lincoln Alexander Parkway and Hwy 403 interchange, overnight tonight, May 24, 2018. Specific closures include:

Hamilton, ON – Menu changes are planned for Hamilton Recreation Centres and Arenas. Hamilton City Council approved Recreation’s Healthy Food and Beverage Action Plan, a three year strategy to change the food environment at City of Hamilton Recreation centres and arenas.

HAMILTON, ON – It’s time for the rubber to hit the road, literally, with Hamilton’s Annual Bike to Work Day! Join Mayor Fred Eisenberger, Councilor Jason Farr, colleagues and friends for a morning of fitness, fun and a healthy breakfast. Hundreds of cyclists will converge onto City Hall from all corners of Hamilton on Monday, May 28, 2018 to mark the 10th Annual Bike to Work Day.

Hamilton, ON – Earlier this year, Hamilton City Council approved an aerial spray program that will help to address a significant Gypsy Moth infestation in parts of Hamilton. Beginning tomorrow, low flying helicopters will begin applying a bio-pesticide to identified properties in West Hamilton, Ancaster, Dundas and Flamborough to help manage the infestation. Residents living within the spray area have been notified of the spray program. There may be minor traffic delays around the spray areas between the hours of 5 am and 7 am during the spray dates.

Hamilton, ON - Hamilton’s Municipal Law Enforcement Division issued the order in March 2018 to have the graffiti removed from the outside of a building on Cannon Street E. The officer who issued the order was acting in accordance with their training. The order was directed at removal of a symbol painted on the exterior and was complied with in the requested timeframe.

HAMILTON, ON – Hamilton residents are reminded to protect themselves and their children by staying clear of wild animals, even the cute babies. Hamilton has had over 291 reports of rabid animals since our raccoon rabies outbreak started. Without immediate prophylaxis treatment, rabies is fatal once symptoms appear in people and animals.

HAMILTON, ON – The Hamilton Fire Department advises that as the Victoria Day long weekend approaches, many people will be purchasing family fireworks to celebrate the holiday. The public is reminded that Fireworks can only be set off on your own property, and only on Victoria Day or the two days immediately before or following Victoria Day.  If you are setting off family fireworks, we urge you to follow these fireworks safety tips to ensure that the risk of fire and burn injuries is minimized and that everyone in attendance enjoys the show safely.