Stoney Creek News: News

Di Ianni promises funding for new recreation centre

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:01:00 EST

In the battle for hearts and minds of local voters, Hamilton East-Stoney Creek Liberal candidate Larry Di Ianni is promising to work towards addressing the fact that the area is one of the most under-serviced areas in the city for recreation facilities.

Grunt work begins on giant sludge incinerator

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

The necessary licences in hand, Liberty Energy Inc. is poised to move ahead on plans for a massive sewage-sludge incinerator in Hamilton.

Economic jitters bury Green Shift debate

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

As former U.S. president Bill Clinton's campaign famously declared in the run-up to his inaugural 1992 election victory, "It's the economy, stupid."

Blessing of pets this weekend

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

On Saturday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m., the Blessing of Pets will take place at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 934 Hwy. 8, Stoney Creek. Friendly and well behaved animals will be welcomed. For information e-mail blessingofpets@gmail.com.

SISO Volunteer Program

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

SISO needs Group Facilitators to assist with groups where newcomer's come together to make friends and practice their English skills. Crafts, cooking, teaching, multi-lingual skills are all assets. Please contact Susan Cheeseman, 905-667-7496, or scheeseman@sisohamilton.org.

Racing law impounds 63 vehicles in first year

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Police say 63 motorists had their vehicles impounded and licences suspended for seven days in Hamilton during the first year of the province's new street racing and stunt driving legislation.

Cable 14 to air all candidate debates

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Cable 14 is pleased to present Election 2008: The Debates - a series of debates for the upcoming Federal Election.

Canada Votes 2008

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Frank Rukavina

Property taxpayers see average 5.6 per cent assessment increase

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Hamilton property taxpayers will see an average assessment increase of 5.6 per cent in 2009 as a result of the four-year phase-in of assessment increases introduced by the provincial government.

Local funeral home president honoured with Prestigious Provincial Humanitarian Award

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

The 125 year-old Ontario Funeral Service Association (OFSA) recognized local Bay Gardens Funeral Home president and Stoney Creek resident Jan Nichols with their prestigious Humanitarian Award at its annual conference in Port Credit September 24.

Tail end of hurricane seasons hits SPCA

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Hamilton/Burlington SPCA last week accepted its largest rescue of canine hurricane victims from the southern United States.

Life as an immigrant youth

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

With video cameras, a computer, and ideas and experiences crying out to be expressed, the participants of the LINC for Youth Video Project have produced a powerful documentary. Culture Shock: Life as an Immigrant Youth is the final project of the LINC for Youth Video Project, an innovative program at Mohawk College for newcomers between the ages of 18 and 25.

Scholarships available

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Students can now obtain scholarship application online at www.drlombardiforyoth.com. They can print it online, complete it and mail or fax it back to Hamilton Back Clinic, hamiltonbackclinic@rogers.blackberry.net or fax 905-692-4222.

Cops crack down during Seatbelt Enforcement Week

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Hamilton Police Service will be commencing their Seatbelt Enforcement Week and will participate in Operation Impact 2008.

Local Green candidates disavow strategic voting

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Hamilton Green Party candidates rejected their party leader advise to encourage strategic voting to prevent a Conservative government from being elected.

Volunteers needed at HFH ReStore

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Volunteers are needed at the Habitat for Humanity Hamilton ReStore. Volunteers need to be active and be able to offer six to eight hours per month. Basic carpentry skills, plumbing and electrical knowledge desperately needed.

Hudak to host toonie breakfast in Stoney Creek

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Community and Social Service issues will be on the menu when Tim Hudak, MPP for Niagara West-Glanbrook, hosts a "toonie" breakfast in Stoney Creek on Thursday, Oct. 9.

City wants input from seniors on Equity and Inclusion Policy

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

The City of Hamilton is developing an Equity and Inclusion Policy, and wants input from seniors on needs and expectations

Farmers Pear Up to feed Food Banks

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

You are invited to unite with local heroes Vincic Farms and Puddicombe Farms.

Urgent care volunteers needed

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

St. Joseph's Centre for Ambulatory Health Services in Stoney Creek is seeking mature volunteers for our urgent care unit. Great for students and adults. Shifts include Tuesday and Sunday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. If you're able to volunteer one shift per week, you're helping to make a positive atmosphere for our staff and patients. Contact Samantha at 905- 573-7777, ext. 38163 or e-mail schivers@stjoes.ca.

Racing law impounds 63 vehicles in first year

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Police say 63 motorists had their vehicles impounded and licences suspended for seven days in Hamilton during the first year of the province's new street racing and stunt driving legislation.

Spaghetti fundraiser

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Fortino's Eastgate is hosting an all-you-can-eat spaghetti and meatball dinner Oct. 8, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 12 King St. E. Tickets are available at Fortino's Eastgate (customer service desk) and are $10 for adults, and $5 for children four to eight. Children three and under eat free. Proceeds will support the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Fish Fry at Legion

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Royal Canadian Legion. 12 King St. E; Stoney Creek will hold a Fish Fry on Oct. 3, 4 to 7 p.m. Cost is $8 and dessert is $1.50. At 8 p.m., Crystal Creek will be there to entertain you in the Club Room. Everyone is welcome. Info. 905-662-4171.

'A kinder, gentler approach' to the man problem

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

General squeamishness about any medical poking around the nether regions aside, it's a treatment you'd expect men with enlarged prostates to be lining up for.

Cholesterol lowering drugs and muscle cramps: study

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

Cramps, muscle soreness, pain and weakness. Sounds like a bad day at the Olympics!

LHIN board member resigns over lack of scrutiny

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

A lack of public scrutiny over hospital decisions is the biggest concern raised out of recent Local Health Integration Network approval of two elements of a broader Hamilton Health Sciences Restructuring proposal, and led to the resignation of one LHIN board member.

Civic Agenda - October 3

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

CITY COUNCIL

Rolling out welcome mat

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

As students return to school, Immaculate Heart of Mary Church invites families to fully participate in our parish life. To determine if you live within the parish boundry, please contact or visit our parish office: 905-643-1637; 934 Hwy. 8, Winona.

Future of DARTS stuck in neutral

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

At one point during their debate last week, councillors looked at each other for answers on what to do about the future of DARTS.

Raccoon roundworm case in Hamilton

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

The City of Hamilton’s Public Health Services is investigating a rare human case of raccoon roundworm infection or Baylisascaris procyonis. The parasite is commonly found in raccoon feces and can cause severe human neurological disease if ingested.

Election debate next Monday

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Stoney Creek News, in partnership with the Stoney Creek Chamber of Commerce, will host a federal election debate Monday, Oct. 6, 7-8:30 p.m. at Orchard Park High School on Dewitt Road.

New rec facilities still years away

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:01:00 EST

Stoney Creek councillor Maria Pearson admitted it will probably be "four-to-five" more years before residents in lower Stoney Creek see any new or improved recreational facilities.

Metrolinx plan will 'transform' Hamilton

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Charlotte, North Carolina has one, and so does Portland, Oregon, and even Calgary, Alberta.

Clip for the Cure

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

SmartStyle Family Hair Salon, located in the new Wal-Mart on 2190 Rymal Road, is hosting Clip for the Cure Saturday, Oct. 4, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Rolling out welcome mat

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Three Stoney Creek men nabbed in major pot bust

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Three Stoney Creek residents are facing serious charges after Hamilton Police seized over 1,600 plants from a property located on Hwy. 8 in Flamborough.

Catholic students shine as public counterparts struggle

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Hamilton Catholic students continue to outshine their public counterparts on Ontario reading, writing and math tests.

Layton coy on possible coalition with Liberals

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

New Democratic leader Jack Layton danced his way around repeated questions in Hamilton about a possible alliance with the Liberals after the Oct. 14 federal election.

Sexual Health clinics

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

The City of Hamilton Public Health Services provides confidential clinics for contraception counselling, low cost birth control, pregnancy testing, emergency contraception and sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment. Anonymous HIV testing is also available at some clinics. No appointment necessary, but please call ahead for holiday hours. For further information and clinic locations please call the Sexual Health Inform-ation Line 905- 528-5894 or visit www.hamilton.ca/std.

OPP wrongful arrest probe called 'damage control'

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

A Hamilton man who was thrown in jail for four days for a robbery he didn't commit is calling a second outside police investigation into his August 2003 arrest "damage control."

Conservative Party not true conservatives, says CHP candidate

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Niagara West-Glanbrook Conservative MP Dean Allison may be a friend, and Green Party candidate Sid Frere a neighbour, but candidate Dave Bylsma says those relationships stop when the election begins.

Gandhi and King will be honoured October 4

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Gandhi-King Day commemorating the 60th anniversary of the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi and the 40th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. takes place Saturday, Oct. 4.

Mother remembers son, his girlfriend and their contribution to the community

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Sharon Viau recently presented two pictures by local artists to Stoney Creek Lifecare Centre, in memory of her son Eric Benoit and Clarion Nursing Home, in memory of his girlfriend Candace Sheehan.

Public forum on breast cancer

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Learn about treating and managing breast cancer from medical experts at a public forum on breast cancer held at the Juravinski Cancer Centre.

Stoney Creek CA elected District Association president

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Stoney Creek Chartered Accountant and prominent business leader Giacomo Angelini, CA, has been elected president of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario's Hamilton District CA Association. The District Association is the CA profession's local presence and organizes activities that benefit local chartered accountants and the community at large.

Open houses raise Awareness on poverty in Hamilton

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Looking for a new home? Royal LePage State Realty invites you to an open house and to open your hearts to Hamiltonians living in poverty.

Machete used in vicious assault

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Hamilton Police are investigating a break and enter and a serious assault that occurred at a home in Stoney Creek and are looking for information on two vehicles seen fleeing the area.

MPP, city dispute rules on grandkids' welfare

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

A city official says Hamilton is only following the rules in denying temporary care assistance payments to grandparents who are raising their grandkids.

Too early to predict winners, but Dion needs help, says Copps

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Former Hamilton Liberal cabinet minister Sheila Copps refused to predict how Hamilton's Liberal candidates will do in the federal election.

Scouting youth get popping

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

As youth return to regular Beaver, Cub, Scout, Venturer and Rover meetings across Fruitbelt Area, they also begin their biggest fund-raising campaign of the year: popcorn sales.