A judge has granted a permanent injunction against demonstrators at a controversial Foxgate Developments subdivision project in Caledonia. Haudenosaunee land defenders say they will continue to occupy the land and will appeal the decision. Story by me/CBC. cbc.ca/news/canada/ha…

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.Hamilton Police chief Bergen just did his update at the police board. He described a program where officers and volunteers collect and hand out winter coats to people who need them. He said this year almost 400 people came for a coat, the highest number ever.

"When any person knocks at the door at any place where the dog is, the dog must be muzzled prior to opening the door," stated the agreement read in court. "Owners of the dog shall post at least two signs indicating 'Aggressive dog lives here.'" Story by me cbc.ca/news/canada/ha…

In 2021, the Haudenosaunee Chiefs sent a letter to BlueTriton, aka Nestle: "The majority of our people at Six Nations do not have access to clean drinking water... we declare your activities to remove [aquifer] waters under our territories unpermitted." cbc.ca/news/canada/ha…

I got totally on board with this idea after I started working on this story. I typically don't buy a lot of gifts because it feels wasteful, but there's a lot less consumer guilt for me in giving second hand items. I may be coming at this from the opposite side as many, though.

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#HamOnt police want $12 million more this year. They are planning to add 13 new officers every year until 2030 to keep up with population growth. The police board's budget subcommittee met for just four hours before recommending the $195-million budget. cbc.ca/news/canada/ha…

My least favourite PR email is the kind from someone who saw your recent article and wants you to write another one just like it, but with their company in it.

The family is just getting into the "feats of strength" portion of the evening. "And as I rained blows down upon him, I thought to myself, 'There's got to be another way." Blessed day, y'all.

New year, new team? Tri-City Roller Derby's travel team, Thunder, is looking for committed skaters with positive attitudes who are ready to play competitive derby. We hope to play several A-level games in 2023. Tryouts are Feb 5 and 12. You MUST REGISTER in advance: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Our travel team, Thunder, has an amazing coaching team and is looking to add to it. There are roles we can use help with, but we're also interested in hearing new ideas on how people can help the team. Apply below. Pic of Coach Killgrim by Darren Stehr. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Millennials/Gen Zs wanted for Globe Money's Paycheque Project, looking at how much people make, how they spend and their biggest financial concerns. We don't have to use your name. Help readers understand what people are dealing with! DM / [email protected] theglobeandmail.com/topics/paycheq…

I am the captain of this team. Come play with me! (Looking at you, all my derby teammates of old.)

do you get stoned while lifting weights? I want to talk to you for a story. (RT for visibility, if you’re inclined.)

We're headed to playoffs & need your help to get there! Your donations will help skaters including Candy Crossbones, Head of Media/Lightning Captain. C-Bones is also Head Snacker, she is never without her lunchbox. Donate: gofund.me/d42de11c Rewards: shorturl.at/xyBV4