Inaugural PIVOT Symposium will highlight Hamilton innovations and Hamiltonians who are leading the way on creative problem-solving. Solving complex problems in housing, mobility and cultural access by melding technology and the arts will be the theme of the inaugural PIVOT Symposium on Nov. 17, hosted by the Cotton…

The municipal election saw the welcome winds of change swirl through a fractious city hall, but as Ryan McGreal points out, the new faces at the council table will have their work cut out for them. Andrea Horwath will be the first woman to serve as mayor of…

If you'd like native plants to flourish in your yard next spring, many of them need to be sown right now, says urban environmentalist Jason Allen. It’s autumn, and it’s time to clean up the garden, put the toys and tools away and get ready for a winter…

Iconic comedy duo brings panto-inspired romp to the GTHA for some festive fun – grab your teacups and get ready to laugh. Fans of clever wordplay, physical comedy and the magical power of imagination will be in for a treat when O Christmas Tea hits Hamilton, Burlington and…

FirstOntario Concert Hall rocked Saturday night in honour of Teenage Head guitarist. It could not have been a better, more appropriate way to salute Hamilton Day. The celebration of life for Teenage Head lead guitarist and songwriter Gord Lewis at FirstOntario Concert Hall Saturday evening, was a magnificent, historic…

Three Hamilton food hotspots are cooking up an expansion … with a side of nostalgia. Scientific studies have shown the aroma and taste of certain foods have the power to trigger memories and, in some cases, to recollect the best moments of your life. Fortunately, Hamilton is home…

Over the last 18 months, the Hamilton music community has sadly lost three of its brightest lights: Boris Brott, Gord Lewis, and Steve Parton. Here, we pay tribute to these individuals, proud Hamiltonians all, who had a huge impact on the cultural life of our city and whose…

The community orchestra performs for first time in Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre. Sinfonia Ancaster saluted its new home in true musical style. During its first concert – titled A Grand Night – in the recently opened Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre on Oct. 28, the community orchestra performed a…