News Releases

Lynden Road closed beginning July 19 for CN Rail crossing maintenance work

July 17 2017

HAMILTON, ON – July 17, 2017 - In order for Canadian National Railway (CNR) to perform necessary repair work, Lynden Road will be closed to traffic at the rail track crossing between Margaret Street and Concession 2 Road West. The closure will begin on Wednesday, July 19 at 8 am and is expected to wrap up by 5 pm on Saturday, July 22, 2017. Motorists can use Highway 52, Governor’s Road and Highway 5 to detour around the closure. The City of Hamilton thanks motorists for their patience during this closure.
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City of Hamilton’s first Pop-Up Park takes over City parking lot in Beasley Neighbourhood

July 14 2017

HAMILTON, ON - July 14, 2017 - Highlighting the importance of animating spaces for public use and offering a preview of what future spaces could look like, please join the City of Hamilton and the community in opening Hamilton’s first pop-up park at the corner of John and Rebecca streets. Event details Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2017Time: 10:45 to 11:15 amLocation: 76 John Street North (corner of John & Rebecca)
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Public input sought on new Mount Hope Gateway as City lands historic aircraft donation from Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

July 14 2017

Hamilton, ON - July 14, 2017 - Thanks to the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, the new Mount Hope Gateway is landing a new permanent fixture. The City of Hamilton announced Friday it will be receiving an historic training aircraft, a Beechcraft CT-134 Musketeer. The Beechcraft will become part of the gateway design on the outcrop of land at Homestead Drive and Upper James Street. 
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Toxin-producing blue-green algae (Cyanobacteria) present along the western shoreline of Hamilton Harbour, Bayfront Park Boat Launch, Bayfront Park Beach, and Pier 4 Beach

July 12 2017

Hamilton, ON - July 12, 2017 - Public Health Services has confirmed the presence of toxin-producing blue-green algae (Cyanobacteria) at the Bayfront Park Boat Launch, Bayfront Park Beach, and at Pier 4 Park Beach. Observations by Public Health Services staff indicate that blue-green algae are also present along most of the western shoreline. The algae is present from the inner Pier 8 area, through the marinas, and to the closed waterfront trail.
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Extreme Park Makeover project to take place at North Central Park

July 6 2017

HAMILTON, ON - July 6, 2017 - On July 7 and 8, the City of Hamilton, community members, the adopt-a-park group and local children will work to makeover North Central Park. Volunteers and community members will be on site to revitalize the park which will include art panels and freshly painted murals sponsored by the Rotary Club of Hamilton. Additional seating, improved amenities, pollinator patches, shrub beds, and a new Canada 150 seating area will also be added to the park.
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Celebrate Hamilton’s newest public art work “Raising the Barn” at the July Art Crawl

July 5 2017

Hamilton, ON - July 6, 2017 - The public is invited to join artist Dave Hind, members of the Aluminum Quilting Society and City of Hamilton and Hamilton Farmers’ Market representatives to celebrate the installation of Hamilton’s newest  public art work “Raising the Barn”. The installation is located at York Boulevard in front of the Hamilton Farmers’ Market.
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Update: Businesses along Dartnall Road remain open throughout four-month closure

July 4 2017

Hamilton, ON - July 4, 2017 - Earlier today, the City of Hamilton closed a section of Dartnall Road between Rymal Road and Stone Church Road East to safely replace the bridge over the Red Hill Creek. The closure is scheduled to last approximately four months. All businesses in the area of the closure remain open throughout construction. The following businesses are accessible from the Rymal Road side of the closure:
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Points-Packed Weekend for The Great Hamilton Scavenger Hunt App Adventure

June 29 2017

HAMILTON, ON - June 29, 2017 - As we head into the Canada 150 Day weekend, The Great Hamilton Scavenger Hunt is offering new exciting bonus points for a points-packed weekend!  From fireworks, live music, food trucks, Tall Ships, multicultural activities, picnics, pancakes, cake and more, there are points for all your Canada 150 Day celebrations. From selfies, trivia and video, there is something for everyone with over 14,000 available points this weekend!
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A section of Dartnall Road will be closed beginning July 4, 2017

June 29 2017

HAMILTON, ON - June 29, 2017 - To safely complete the replacement of the bridge over the Red Hill Creek, the City of Hamilton will close Dartnall Road between Rymal Road and Stone Church Road East beginning July 4, 2017 for approximately four months. The construction will also include road widening, drainage and lighting improvements. Detour signs will be posted. The City of Hamilton thanks motorists for their patience as we complete these important infrastructure improvements.
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To permanently close and sell a portion of public unassumed alley abutting 353 Strathearne Avenue in City of Hamilton

June 29 2017

June 9, 2017 - Notice is hereby given pursuant to City of Hamilton By-law 04-299 to establish procedures, including the giving of notice to the public, governing the sale of land owned by the City of Hamilton, that the Council of the City of Hamilton proposes to pass a By-law to permanently close a portion of public unassumed alley abutting 353 Strathearne Avenue in the City of Hamilton.
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City of Hamilton increases exposure and business for food trucks at city parks and on Ticats Game Day

June 28 2017

HAMILTON, ON - June 28, 2017 -  The City of Hamilton is making it easier for food trucks to operate in parks, and on Game Day. As part of the Open for Business initiative, City Council approved the creation of a new Park Permit for City of Hamilton Food Service Vehicle license holders, and has introduced a Game Day Pilot Permit to service all regular season football games held at Tim Hortons Field.
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Infection prevention and control lapse at Hamilton primary care clinic - Patient testing recommendations

June 28 2017

HAMILTON, ON - June 28, 2017 -An infection prevention and control inspection by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) resulted in a referral to City of Hamilton Public Health Services for follow-up investigation. Findings of the inspections by the CPSO and Public Health Services, and Public Health Services investigation identified the risk that patients who received minor office-based surgical procedures at Dr. Lorin Harding’s offices in Hamilton may have been exposed to improperly cleaned instruments used for procedures.
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Important safety reminders for family fireworks

June 27 2017

HAMILTON, ON - June 27, 2017 - The Hamilton Fire Department advises that as Canada Day 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 Canada Day or the two days immediately before or following Canada 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.
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