The Hamilton Spectator (Hamilton, ON)

TheSpec.com is the digital platform for the Hamilton Spectator, which has been a vital part of the community since 1846. In addition to news from the Hamilton Spectator, the website and mobile app feature articles from local community newspapers such as the Ancaster News, Dundas Star News, Flamborough Review, Grand River Sachem/Glanbrook Gazette, Hamilton Mountain News, and Stoney Creek News. The Hamilton Spectator and Journal of Commerce made its debut on July 15, 1846. Founded by Robert Smiley and his partner, the publication was sold in 1877 to William Southam, who established the Southam newspaper chain. As the first newspaper in this chain, The Spectator has evolved into a prominent media outlet in Canada, making its mark for over 170 years.

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New US-backed group says it will start aid operations in Gaza within weeks

10 hours ago | thespec.com | Ellen Knickmeyer |Farnoush Amiri

WASHINGTON (AP) — A new humanitarian organization that has U.S. backing to take over aid delivery to starving civilians in Gaza said Wednesday that it expects to begin operations before the end of the month — after what it describes as key agreements from Israeli officials. A statement from the group, called the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, identified several U.S. military veterans, former humanitarian coordinators and security contractors that it said would lead the delivery effort.
How Brant Catholic school board plans to move forward following Italy trip scandal

23 hours ago | thespec.com | Celeste Percy-Beauregard

A new action plan shows how the Brant Catholic board hopes to regain public and ministry trust after trustees flew business-class to Europe to buy art. But it’s still unclear if and when the trip expenses will be repaid.
Rents in Hamilton remain ‘well beyond the reach’ of some tenants

23 hours 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.
Why Raptors fans should sleep well after pipe dreams of winning the NBA draft lottery

1 day ago | thespec.com | Doug Smith

Yes, it would have been nice for the franchise and its fan base had Toronto won Monday’s NBA draft lottery or moved anywhere into the top four, or at least hung on to the seventh slot. It didn’t happen.
Maple Leafs vs. Panthers: Toronto look to bounce back in Game 5 after two straight losses to Florida

1 day ago | thespec.com | Bruce Arthur |Dave Feschuk |Hayden Godfrey |Andrew Wallace

After conceding an early series lead, the Leafs look to break the 2-2 tie as they take on the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of this series of the 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs. Follow live commentary from the Star’s Bruce Arthur. What you need to knowIn Game 4, the Panthers won 2-0 at their home rink in Sunrise, Fla.
Horoscope for Wednesday, May 14th, 2025

1 day ago | thespec.com | Mecca Woods

Today provides us with a big dose of energy and enthusiasm, especially in the morning, which will be useful for early risers or anyone else who wants to get a jump start on the day. For those of us who are in need of a boost of confidence or some added courage, we can expect the cosmos to gift us with the push we need. That said, it’s an excellent time for doing anything that requires strength, determination, and a daring spirit.
Hegseth's plan to cut senior military jobs could hit more than 120 high-ranking officers

1 day ago | thespec.com | Lolita Baldor

WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s plans to slash the number of senior military leaders across the services would cut more than 120 high-ranking officer jobs in the active duty and National Guard, including as many as nine top general slots.
Baseball opens the Hall of Fame’s doors to Pete Rose and a more modern threat to the integrity of the game

1 day ago | thespec.com | Bruce Arthur

“Obviously, a person who is no longer with us cannot represent a threat to the integrity of the game,” said Manfred in a letter released by MLB. “Moreover, it is hard to conceive of a penalty that has more deterrent effect than one that lasts a lifetime with no reprieve.
Honda’s plans to delay electric vehicle factories ‘a blow to the community’

1 day ago | thespec.com | Rob Ferguson |Ana Pereira

Honda has stalled a $15-billion electric vehicle investment in Ontario by two years, plunging the province’s already shaky automotive industry into greater tariff anxiety. Touted as a major addition to Ontario’s manufacturing base when it was announced in April 2024 by the Japanese automaker, Premier Doug Ford and then-prime minister Justin Trudeau, the ambitious EV project hit roadblocks from a slowdown in EV sales and tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Krispy Kreme opens in Hamilton to lineups and campers

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.