Increased West Nile Virus risk in Hamilton

This post, from July 28, has information on an increased West Nile risk in the area.

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The first West Nile virus positive mosquitoes were trapped this week in Hamilton, prompting the Medical Officer of Health to move the risk from low to moderate.

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Hamilton Fire Department survey launched

This post, from July 27, has information on a survey seeking feedback on the Hamilton Fire Department.

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The City of Hamilton wants your feedback on the Hamilton Fire Department, as the City continues its Services and Assets Review.

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Heat Warning issued for the City

This post, from July 26, has information on the latest Heat Warning issued for the city.

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A Heat Warning has been issued by the City’s Medical Officer of Health beginning on Wednesday, July 26th.

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City of Hamilton pleads guilty to Chedoke Creek spill charges

This post, from July 21, has details on the City of Hamilton’s guilty plea in regards to the Chedoke Creek spill.

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The City of Hamilton has always accepted responsibility for the incident dating back to 2014.

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Reminder: Butterflyway Hamilton

This post, from July 19, has details on an upcoming Pollinator Open House in the Centremount neighbourhood on July 23rd.

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Butterflyway Hamilton, a native pollinator garden, will be hosting an open house on Sunday, July 23 at the Centremount Butterflyway Garden from 4-7pm.

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Lane restrictions on Upper James

This post, from July 16, has information on lane closures along Upper James Street this week.

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Commuters and residents who regularly utilize Upper James Street are advised of possible delays this week as construction takes place in the area.

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City of Hamilton Council priorities approved

This post, from July 14, has full details on Council’s priorities for its upcoming term.

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City Council officially approved its three main priorities for this (2022-2026) Council term, which were chosen by Council as critical areas to focus time, resources and discretionary budget.

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Changes coming to Hamilton’s stormwater fees

This post, from July 12, has information on proposed changes to stormwater fees

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Most property owners in Hamilton will be paying for stormwater costs directly through a new “sustainable” and “equitable” user pay model.

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Drug Alert re: Increase in fentanyl or toxicity and drug-related deaths

This post, from July 7, contains a press release from Public Health Services regarding an increase in local drug-related deaths.

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Public Health Services has issued a press release healthcare providers, families and individuals impacted by the ongoing opioid crisis with word of increased potency in the local drug supply and an increase in suspected drug-related overdoses.

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Councillor John-Paul Danko