Fallon Hewitt

1 day ago | thespec.com | Fallon Hewitt

Average rent for an apartment in Hamilton jumped slightly in April, but new tenants were still paying somewhat less than they would have for vacant units last spring. The average rental price for a one-bedroom apartment had held steady at $1,720 per month for January, February and March. The report noted the increase seen in April was “consistent with typical seasonal trends,” as fewer tenants move over the winter.

1 day ago | thespec.com | Fallon Hewitt

The red sign which signals that fresh and hot original glazed doughnuts are being made was aglow Tuesday morning, as the new Rymal Road East location welcomed its first customers about an hour after sunrise — marking an opening day more than a year in the making. Hype around the new location started brewing back in January 2024, when The Spectator first reported that the multinational doughnut and coffee chain would be expanding to Steeltown with one of its theatre hub locations.

1 day ago | stcatharinesstandard.ca | Fallon Hewitt

The red sign that signals fresh glazed doughnuts are being made was aglow Tuesday morning, as the new Rymal Road East location welcomed its first customers about an hour after sunrise — marking an opening day more than a year in the making. Hype around the new location started brewing back in January 2024, when The Spectator first reported that the multinational doughnut-and-coffee chain would be expanding to Steeltown.

2 days ago | thespec.com | Fallon Hewitt

The team at Democracy on Locke say they have struggled with understaffing, broken equipment and a lack of stability. Meanwhile, the crew at Hamilton Bike Share say they have relished in decent wages, strong benefits and a positive workplace culture. What is one thing the two teams have in common? Both recently unionized through the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 2 — a development one local expert called an unusual gain for small workplaces in Canada.

3 days ago | thespec.com | Fallon Hewitt

Hamiltonians will soon have another spot to get their doughnut fill. Krispy Kreme Canada is opening its long-awaited Rymal Road East location on May 13, according to a news release. The Spectator first reported on the new store back in January 2024. The location, spanning roughly 4,600 square feet, will feature a drive-thru window as well as a theatre area, which will allow customers to watch the doughnuts being made fresh, noted the release.