Paige Maylott delivers a vulnerable memoir that delves deep into her trans coming-out story and her battle with cancer.  My Body is Distant, the absorbing debut memoir by Hamilton’s Paige Maylott, is an intimate look at identity and self-discovery set against the backdrop of both real and digital…

Famed local producer Bob Doidge is behind a reunion show at The Westdale on Nov. 28 that features Materick's original band playing songs from the Asylum Records albums. One of the most acclaimed Canadian singer/songwriters of the '70s, Ray Materick is reuniting with his original band Midnight Matinee for a concert…

Heather Valley and the Current State, Wreckless Harbour and Checkerboard Floors frequently play local bars and breweries and offer a fantastic show for their audiences.  Is there a more enjoyable way to spend an afternoon or evening than with some good local craft brews (or other beverage of…

Grey Cup 2023 was quintessentially Hamilton, featuring the Built in the Hammer Grey Cup Music Festival and the Fan Central festival hub on James Street North among the dozens of events leading up to the clash between the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and the Montreal Alouettes in the 110th…

Give the gift of local this season with Hamilton's ultimate gift guide! We are blessed when it comes to the shop local movement. Hamilton and Burlington are home to countless shops and artisans and artists selling interesting and inspired gifts for anyone on your holiday list. You’ll feel…

This regular feature highlights people from all walks of life who have embraced Hamilton as their new home RACHEL RIORDAN has been illustrating since before I could even say Illustrating. I grew up with a pencil in my hand and devoured paper. As an adult, I've been fortunate…

You know the red collection kettles but they are just a holiday symbol of all The Salvation Army does throughout the year. Here is a range of people and programs you can think about when you hear volunteers ringing those bells this season. When thinking about The Salvation…

PHOTOS BY BRENT PERNIAC, DONNA WAXMAN AND GARY GREEN Click on an image to expand to a slide show! St. Joseph's Healthcare hosted its annual A Mental Health Morning presented by ArcelorMittal Dofasco at Michelangelo's, Oct. 4, Lynn Keane, keynote speaker and author, is pictured with…