Joey Coleman
@joeycoleman.ca
Hamiltonian, publisher of http://thepublicrecord.ca
I cover Hamilton City Hall with reader support.
www.joeycoleman.ca
I cover Hamilton City Hall with reader support.
www.joeycoleman.ca
Freezing Rain Warning
Now in effect for Hamilton.
"Ice accretion of near 5 mm is likely [this afternoon and evening]. Some areas will also receive ice pellets making surfaces slippery." #yhmwx #HamOnt
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Now in effect for Hamilton.
"Ice accretion of near 5 mm is likely [this afternoon and evening]. Some areas will also receive ice pellets making surfaces slippery." #yhmwx #HamOnt
weather.gc.ca/en/location/...
December 26, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Freezing Rain Warning
Now in effect for Hamilton.
"Ice accretion of near 5 mm is likely [this afternoon and evening]. Some areas will also receive ice pellets making surfaces slippery." #yhmwx #HamOnt
weather.gc.ca/en/location/...
Now in effect for Hamilton.
"Ice accretion of near 5 mm is likely [this afternoon and evening]. Some areas will also receive ice pellets making surfaces slippery." #yhmwx #HamOnt
weather.gc.ca/en/location/...
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Shout out to my friend @joeycoleman.ca who sent me the soft copy of the @theglobeandmail.com giant holiday crossword puzzle since I can't be in Toronto right now fighting with my family over the paper copy
December 25, 2025 at 2:24 AM
Shout out to my friend @joeycoleman.ca who sent me the soft copy of the @theglobeandmail.com giant holiday crossword puzzle since I can't be in Toronto right now fighting with my family over the paper copy
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it feels unfair, but 97% accuracy is really nowhere near good enough for most uses.
December 24, 2025 at 6:36 PM
it feels unfair, but 97% accuracy is really nowhere near good enough for most uses.
Now on TPR:
Andrea Horwath's ex-common law partner Ben Leonetti has been ordered to not interfere with emergency stablization works being conducted by the City of Hamilton on the home he lives in that is owned by Horwath.
Included are all court documents, including civil suit. (1/5) #yhmcc #HamOnt
Andrea Horwath's ex-common law partner Ben Leonetti has been ordered to not interfere with emergency stablization works being conducted by the City of Hamilton on the home he lives in that is owned by Horwath.
Included are all court documents, including civil suit. (1/5) #yhmcc #HamOnt
Leonetti Ordered Not to Interfere with Emergency Repairs at Horwath-Owned Property
City no longer seeking to remove Leonetti from home, will complete emergency work Wednesday; Horwath's request for eviction of her ex-common law partner denied. Separate civil suit ongoing.
thepublicrecord.ca
December 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Note: I am making more edits to my latest update regarding the Horwath - Leonetti / City of Hamilton Emergency Building Code Act order ruling story.
I have sent my draft out to colleagues for a peer review. The story will include source materials to assist you to better understand background #yhmcc
I have sent my draft out to colleagues for a peer review. The story will include source materials to assist you to better understand background #yhmcc
December 24, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Note: I am making more edits to my latest update regarding the Horwath - Leonetti / City of Hamilton Emergency Building Code Act order ruling story.
I have sent my draft out to colleagues for a peer review. The story will include source materials to assist you to better understand background #yhmcc
I have sent my draft out to colleagues for a peer review. The story will include source materials to assist you to better understand background #yhmcc
December 24, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Good afternoon,
Superior Court is returning session.
Justice Valente is going to issue his ruling in the upcoming minutes regarding the Horwath/Leonetti matter in response to an urgent motion from the City of Hamilton's Chief Building Official. Morning thread quoted. #yhmcc
Superior Court is returning session.
Justice Valente is going to issue his ruling in the upcoming minutes regarding the Horwath/Leonetti matter in response to an urgent motion from the City of Hamilton's Chief Building Official. Morning thread quoted. #yhmcc
Good morning
I'm in Superior Court where the City of Hamilton is seeking an order against Ben Leonetti to stop what the City alleges is interference with emergency works to stablize the home he lives in, that is owned by his ex common-law partner Andrea Horwath.
This is an urgent hearing. #yhmcc
I'm in Superior Court where the City of Hamilton is seeking an order against Ben Leonetti to stop what the City alleges is interference with emergency works to stablize the home he lives in, that is owned by his ex common-law partner Andrea Horwath.
This is an urgent hearing. #yhmcc
December 23, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Good afternoon,
Superior Court is returning session.
Justice Valente is going to issue his ruling in the upcoming minutes regarding the Horwath/Leonetti matter in response to an urgent motion from the City of Hamilton's Chief Building Official. Morning thread quoted. #yhmcc
Superior Court is returning session.
Justice Valente is going to issue his ruling in the upcoming minutes regarding the Horwath/Leonetti matter in response to an urgent motion from the City of Hamilton's Chief Building Official. Morning thread quoted. #yhmcc
Good morning
I'm in Superior Court where the City of Hamilton is seeking an order against Ben Leonetti to stop what the City alleges is interference with emergency works to stablize the home he lives in, that is owned by his ex common-law partner Andrea Horwath.
This is an urgent hearing. #yhmcc
I'm in Superior Court where the City of Hamilton is seeking an order against Ben Leonetti to stop what the City alleges is interference with emergency works to stablize the home he lives in, that is owned by his ex common-law partner Andrea Horwath.
This is an urgent hearing. #yhmcc
December 23, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Good morning
I'm in Superior Court where the City of Hamilton is seeking an order against Ben Leonetti to stop what the City alleges is interference with emergency works to stablize the home he lives in, that is owned by his ex common-law partner Andrea Horwath.
This is an urgent hearing. #yhmcc
I'm in Superior Court where the City of Hamilton is seeking an order against Ben Leonetti to stop what the City alleges is interference with emergency works to stablize the home he lives in, that is owned by his ex common-law partner Andrea Horwath.
This is an urgent hearing. #yhmcc
www.kentucky.com/news/busines...
"Canada has been boycotting American spirits since March in retaliation for President Trump’s ongoing trade war and U.S. whiskey sales to that country are down by more than 60% through October."
"Canada has been boycotting American spirits since March in retaliation for President Trump’s ongoing trade war and U.S. whiskey sales to that country are down by more than 60% through October."
Major Kentucky bourbon maker Jim Beam shuttering distillery for 2026
The move comes as Kentucky’s $9 billion bourbon industry is dealing with a glut of supply and slipping sales.
www.kentucky.com
December 22, 2025 at 1:37 AM
www.kentucky.com/news/busines...
"Canada has been boycotting American spirits since March in retaliation for President Trump’s ongoing trade war and U.S. whiskey sales to that country are down by more than 60% through October."
"Canada has been boycotting American spirits since March in retaliation for President Trump’s ongoing trade war and U.S. whiskey sales to that country are down by more than 60% through October."
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One of the Ontario Northland Railway's new Siemens passenger trainsets passed through Hamilton today on their way north. It's a pretty attractive train!
December 21, 2025 at 6:38 PM
One of the Ontario Northland Railway's new Siemens passenger trainsets passed through Hamilton today on their way north. It's a pretty attractive train!
I am continuously thankful that my first year as a national journalist was the final year before the Great Recession. I got a glimpse of what it was like to be a journo before the collapse. Including large newsroom, plus the smells and noise of a printing press. www.poynter.org/local-news/2...
This photographer is documenting old newspaper newsrooms while they’re still around - Poynter
Ann Hermes' images show what's left and what we stand to lose
www.poynter.org
December 21, 2025 at 10:46 PM
I am continuously thankful that my first year as a national journalist was the final year before the Great Recession. I got a glimpse of what it was like to be a journo before the collapse. Including large newsroom, plus the smells and noise of a printing press. www.poynter.org/local-news/2...
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High on the list of irritations in the new dystopia is getting thirty different notifications of your year with product/service/website x or y or z. I'm just buying your product; this isn't a frickin' family.
December 20, 2025 at 2:15 AM
High on the list of irritations in the new dystopia is getting thirty different notifications of your year with product/service/website x or y or z. I'm just buying your product; this isn't a frickin' family.
I spent some time in Mississauga's downtown area today. They demand interesting architecture, ground-level commercial. Good lessons for other cities.
Square One transit terminal busy on this final day of the fall post-secondary term.
I'm now at Pearson, watching the hustle and bustle.
Square One transit terminal busy on this final day of the fall post-secondary term.
I'm now at Pearson, watching the hustle and bustle.
December 19, 2025 at 11:24 PM
I spent some time in Mississauga's downtown area today. They demand interesting architecture, ground-level commercial. Good lessons for other cities.
Square One transit terminal busy on this final day of the fall post-secondary term.
I'm now at Pearson, watching the hustle and bustle.
Square One transit terminal busy on this final day of the fall post-secondary term.
I'm now at Pearson, watching the hustle and bustle.
Note: I am mostly off today. Taking care of a few personal appointments. In the evening, I am doing Christmas socials.
December 19, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Note: I am mostly off today. Taking care of a few personal appointments. In the evening, I am doing Christmas socials.
My ERROR earlier - I misread the Gazette, my own fault.
Robert D'Amico is a new member of the Grant Review Team - Hamilton - Ontario Trillium Foundation
Not the Ontario Land Tribunal. I regret my mistake.
Robert D'Amico is a new member of the Grant Review Team - Hamilton - Ontario Trillium Foundation
Not the Ontario Land Tribunal. I regret my mistake.
December 19, 2025 at 2:12 AM
My ERROR earlier - I misread the Gazette, my own fault.
Robert D'Amico is a new member of the Grant Review Team - Hamilton - Ontario Trillium Foundation
Not the Ontario Land Tribunal. I regret my mistake.
Robert D'Amico is a new member of the Grant Review Team - Hamilton - Ontario Trillium Foundation
Not the Ontario Land Tribunal. I regret my mistake.
It is a full room here at the waterfront conference centre for the celebration of life for Judith Bishop. Bishop was a public school trustee for 26 years. First, as one of two Ward 1 trustees for the Board of Education for the City of Hamilton. Then, as the Ward 1 & 2 HWDSB Trustee #hamont [1/3]
December 18, 2025 at 10:13 PM
It is a full room here at the waterfront conference centre for the celebration of life for Judith Bishop. Bishop was a public school trustee for 26 years. First, as one of two Ward 1 trustees for the Board of Education for the City of Hamilton. Then, as the Ward 1 & 2 HWDSB Trustee #hamont [1/3]
Free poinsettias
The annual poinsettia giveaway at Hamilton City Hall is underway.
City requests a donation for Food Share in exchange.
The annual poinsettia giveaway at Hamilton City Hall is underway.
City requests a donation for Food Share in exchange.
December 18, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Free poinsettias
The annual poinsettia giveaway at Hamilton City Hall is underway.
City requests a donation for Food Share in exchange.
The annual poinsettia giveaway at Hamilton City Hall is underway.
City requests a donation for Food Share in exchange.
Just announced:
Hamilton Police Service will launch a Private Public Partnership procurement for the building of a new police headquarters and downtown division headquarters
City Council has approved project
No details on costs / timelines during the verbal board announcement. I will ask #HamOnt
Hamilton Police Service will launch a Private Public Partnership procurement for the building of a new police headquarters and downtown division headquarters
City Council has approved project
No details on costs / timelines during the verbal board announcement. I will ask #HamOnt
December 18, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Just announced:
Hamilton Police Service will launch a Private Public Partnership procurement for the building of a new police headquarters and downtown division headquarters
City Council has approved project
No details on costs / timelines during the verbal board announcement. I will ask #HamOnt
Hamilton Police Service will launch a Private Public Partnership procurement for the building of a new police headquarters and downtown division headquarters
City Council has approved project
No details on costs / timelines during the verbal board announcement. I will ask #HamOnt
Good afternoon, the Hamilton Police Services Board is underway.
Present on time: Kroetsch
Not Present at 1:00pm - Pauls, Spadafora #yhmcc
Livestream and Agenda: pub-hpsb.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
Present on time: Kroetsch
Not Present at 1:00pm - Pauls, Spadafora #yhmcc
Livestream and Agenda: pub-hpsb.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
December 18, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Good afternoon, the Hamilton Police Services Board is underway.
Present on time: Kroetsch
Not Present at 1:00pm - Pauls, Spadafora #yhmcc
Livestream and Agenda: pub-hpsb.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
Present on time: Kroetsch
Not Present at 1:00pm - Pauls, Spadafora #yhmcc
Livestream and Agenda: pub-hpsb.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
100%
"being attacked from multiple sides should not reassure journalists that they are getting a story right"
"But it isn’t evidence that your coverage is on the mark, as the complaints will come no matter what you publish."
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"being attacked from multiple sides should not reassure journalists that they are getting a story right"
"But it isn’t evidence that your coverage is on the mark, as the complaints will come no matter what you publish."
dicktofel.substack.com/p/some-modes...
Some Modest Concerns of a Loyal New York Times Reader
Questioning the questioning of a top editor.
dicktofel.substack.com
December 18, 2025 at 4:57 PM
100%
"being attacked from multiple sides should not reassure journalists that they are getting a story right"
"But it isn’t evidence that your coverage is on the mark, as the complaints will come no matter what you publish."
dicktofel.substack.com/p/some-modes...
"being attacked from multiple sides should not reassure journalists that they are getting a story right"
"But it isn’t evidence that your coverage is on the mark, as the complaints will come no matter what you publish."
dicktofel.substack.com/p/some-modes...
I am at the Courthouse again this morning.
City of Hamilton will be seeking an urgent injunction at some point to remove occupant of 76 West Ave N.
The City stated it will *not* inform when hearing will be. The use of emergency powers should always be transparent, hence I am keeping watch #yhmcc
City of Hamilton will be seeking an urgent injunction at some point to remove occupant of 76 West Ave N.
The City stated it will *not* inform when hearing will be. The use of emergency powers should always be transparent, hence I am keeping watch #yhmcc
City of Hamilton Issues New Emergency Order to Vacate Property Owned by Andrea Horwath, Occupied by Ex-Partner
Second order issued days after Superior Court struck down first emergency order for failing to meet Building Code Act requirements.
thepublicrecord.ca
December 17, 2025 at 2:24 PM
I am at the Courthouse again this morning.
City of Hamilton will be seeking an urgent injunction at some point to remove occupant of 76 West Ave N.
The City stated it will *not* inform when hearing will be. The use of emergency powers should always be transparent, hence I am keeping watch #yhmcc
City of Hamilton will be seeking an urgent injunction at some point to remove occupant of 76 West Ave N.
The City stated it will *not* inform when hearing will be. The use of emergency powers should always be transparent, hence I am keeping watch #yhmcc