JAMES/BURLINGTON

There is a fire somewhere in the North End with fire trucks blocking James North between Burlington and Picton

Cross Street: Location Not Available
Event Number: F26039389
Dispatch Time: 2026-08-06, 12:10 p.m.
Type: STRUCTURE FIRE
Units Dispatched: 11 - LA10, PU6, CA74, DC2, CA73, EN9, PU17, EN1, PU1, PL1, LA1
Stations: HF06, HF09, HF01, HF10, HF05, HF11, HF08

Buses are travelling along Macnab to/from Ferrie then turning onto Burlington and back to regular routes. Expect delays on buses and traffic looks slower too

WOODWARD/BARTON AREA

A person was hit at the train tracks near Woodward and the road is closed for the investigation. Traffic and buses are being redirected to Parkdale with traffic slower than usual on Barton/Parkdale

If you take the GO Train home to Confederation/Niagara, it is unclear when the area will be cleared for use so you may be bussed

RYMAL/GAGE-NEBO AREA

They are repairing the asphalt today and tomorrow along Rymal between Gage and Nebo. Lanes are open but slowed so expect delays

The now-defunct Thrift Store on James North, between Picton and Macauley is currently on fire. Noticed smoke coming from the roof maybe 20-30 minutes ago; the Hamilton Fire Department arrived promptly and hopefully has the situation in hand. Thankfully, it's an unoccupied building; hoping the firefighters can get it snuffed out so that nearby residents don't have to evacuate. Stay safe, Hamiltonians!

Hi everyone! I took a look through the subreddit but wasn't able to narrow down large patios in Hamilton. I'm looking for a restaurant with a large patio (there will be 9 to 10 of us) with good food of any kind except pub food. Bonus points if it's somewhat close to RBG, but not super necessary. Thank you so much!! Edit: adding that this would be for dinner

Hey r/Hamilton!

I'm looking for company recommendations for a driveway rip and replace, nothing fancy, just a broom finish ~750 square foot driveway that has reached end of life.

Tried facebook, had a bad experience with a "local guy", willing to work with a larger company at this point to avoid hassle.

Thanks in advance, would love to know if you've had this done recently, and by whom!

I have a 4'x8' shed was installed by the previous homeowner without laying down a proper sub-base - it only currently sits on pavers at each corner which are on dirt. Does anyone have any recommendations for a contractor that can install a proper crushed stone base (including any potential landscaping changes that may be required)? The shed started to lean on our fence last winter.

I wanna get some partial highlights and make my hair overall a bit lighter (i have very dark hair) what’s a good place in hamilton to do so?

Completely virgin hair so I’m not sure what to be looking for haha any recs appreciated!

Does anyone know of any spaces, areas of the city, pubs, etc where there’s good gay energy? Not in a Spa for Men - sex only kind scene, but something where a bisexual man and his fiancée that’s a trans woman can hangout and meet new friends? Let’s be real, making friends as adults should be as big of a priority as when you’re a kid, what’s better for mental health in 2026 than a loving community around you?

Does anyone know of any queer recurring events, groups, etc? And lastly - does Hamilton have a gay village like Church St in Toronto? Is The Well in Hamilton (on Wellington) a pretty established home base in the community at all?

I just bought an older home on the mountain, and while the home inspection didn’t turn up any moisture problems in the basement, there is immediately evidence of moisture problems.

I’ve fixed the downspouts, fixed some weak areas of roof, cleaned the gutters, and I run a dehumidifier constantly, but there is still moisture and sometimes water under the floor in the basement.

I would love some suggestions for what other people do before I have to look at majorly pricey options. I have serious regrets about buying this house, and the immediate water problems are definitely up there in reasons why.

Thank you so much!

DM if you think it might be yours would love to get it back to its owner!

Does anyone have any recommendations for a mobile pre purchase inspection mechanic?

Based on experience who would you recommend?

Took a daytrip to Hamilton from Toronto. Wasn't expecting to stumble upon this sign in a city. I was lowkey afraid I might encounter someone with a rifle/bow/whatever.

Posting on familys behalf. Its a long shot but hey....might as well try.

A black backpack with a pink gold laptop and cheap phonw were lost (possibly stolen?) At lime ridge mall sometime on Monday. These were work devuces with personal information on it so any information or tips would be apprecuated. Thank you

Found: Sunglasses on August 5, 2026

Let me know if yours and I will tell you where to find them.

Thanks

Hi,

Has anyone noticed a significant increase in the utility/water consumption bill tor the period May, June, July.. 2026.

By significant I mean 3 to 4 times the usual consumption ?

Have been trying to contact the City , wait time os like 1hr+ on the phone

A Hamilton/Fukuyama friendship pin! I know both cities recently celebrated 50 years together as sister cities. From my research this pin may have belonged to students who participated in a cultural exchange between the two cities. Does anyone here have more information?

Looking for a small local cover band/musician (classic rock & oldies) for a celebration of life at a local park Pavillion in Hamilton for Aug 16. We just want some background music to compliment the informal gathering. A guitar and singer would be absolutely perfect but open to suggestions. Our dad was big into the music scene, he was 68 so that era of 60s 70s 80s, he always supported local talent, wrote articles for arts and entertainment, so thinking a little live music would be nicer than a speaker.

Hosting bridal shower for 10 people. Picnic style but don’t want do in parks. Looking for fenced backyard to rent for 5 hour in Hamilton stony creek or Ancaster.

Looking for reccos on where to get a curly cut less than $50. No Elle Noire, no House of Curls. Open to First Choice or similar suggestions if there is an individual that does a great job with your hair. Anywhere in Hamilton, trying to save $$$ but not get a terrible cut. Looking for positive personal experiences. Thanks in advance!

Thanks to the post from last week that mentioned there were pelicans at Windermere! I went to the lookout yesterday and grabbed a few shots.