Hamilton-area Today: Mountain McDonald's pays cops big bucks for security + Tiny book at Mac could be last surviving copy from 1596
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In 2024, the Upper Wentworth eatery made 125 requests for paid-duty officers — more than triple the 37 made a year earlier. 'We want our guests and employees to feel safe visiting our restaurants, so we employ several security measures at all locations we operate,' McDonald's Canada said in an emailed statement.
Three new MPs were elected in the April 28 election. Liberals were elected in Hamilton West—Ancaster—Dundas and Hamilton Centre and a Conservative flipped Hamilton East—Stoney Creek. Spectator Columnist Jon Wells profiled our new representatives
John-Paul Danko
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Aslam Rana
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Ned Kuruc
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Hatchlings emerged from all four peregrine falcon eggs at the Sheraton's 18th floor ledge nest Saturday. This is the 31st year of falcons nesting at the downtown hotel.
Librarian Ruth-Ellen St. Onge has been busy assessing the historical and research value of rare and old books at McMaster. One item turned out to be especially interesting: A collection of prayers printed on a Gutenberg-style press in 1596.
Lithium-ion batteries in electronic vehicles are volatile and require more care and awareness, especially at home, said Ken McMullen, president of the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs. One of the causes of electric vehicle fires is overcharging.
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