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Hamilton teen to play in his second roller derby world cup

River Evans will be lacing up roller skates while wearing a Team Canada jersey this summer. The 16-year-old Hamilton resident will represent his country in Brisbane, Australia at the Junior Roller Derby World Cup in late July.  River was a member of the last Team Canada, too, when the World…
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Hammer City Roller Derby: Rebels on wheels

Hamilton's league is a pioneer in the sport’s resurgence in North America over the last 20 years and continues to provide a community for many seeking one in the city. Those who pull on roller skates and take to the oval flat track describe roller derby as playing…
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The tariff war means a new normal for Hamilton businesses

The wrecking ball that Donald Trump has taken to international trade has wounded relations between Hamilton businesses and their American suppliers and customers. Now they’re looking east and west to replace traditional links to the south. Editor's note: This story was finalized in late April. We acknowledge that…
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Encore Bridal is fashion forward

Sheyda Sayahi’s new boutique – which sells pre-worn and new wedding dresses on consignment – has recently opened in the historic King John Building downtown. Encore Bridal is a new consignment boutique in downtown Hamilton, offering a high-end experience while selling sustainable and affordable wedding dresses. Owner…
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The bees have it

Hamilton and Burlington are home to producers and entrepreneurs who are raising bees, collecting honey and wax, and then doing remarkable things with it. A few weeks ago, I came back from a weekend conference where I had done a bit too much talking, too much singing, and…
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Sharing the LRT goldmine

Pilot project aims to provide an alternative future for Hamilton’s transit corridor, one that includes affordable housing alongside upscale high-rises. A land speculation bonanza is underway along Hamilton’s King and Main streets triggered chiefly by the largest infrastructure project in the city’s history, the $3.4-billion light rail transit…