by XPolice | Apr 30, 2015 | Commuting
Hiccups are expected, but two-way traffic flow will be maintained on King Street, at least for the next few weeks. That was the main message delivered by city staff at a public open house last Thursday. About 50 people attended the open forum hosted by Ward 9...
by XPolice | Apr 29, 2015 | Driving Concerns
Is it okay to move your car after an accident or should you leave it in place until the police arrive — even if it’s blocking traffic? — Shelley, via Twitter If nobody’s hurt and your car is drivable, move it out of the way, police say. “There’s no law here that says...
by XPolice | Apr 28, 2015 | Commuting
Welcome to the age of the Anthropocene, where human activity has significant impact on the Earth’s ecosystems. As a consequence, our weather, one of the major causes of traffic congestion, is changing. Climate projections indicate areas such as Toronto can expect...
by XPolice | Apr 27, 2015 | Uncategorized
The provincial government is eyeing changing how Ontario handles some traffic offences. The Ministry of the Attorney General has been seeking input since last month from Ontarians on an online “administrative monetary penalty system” (AMPS) that would replace the...
by XPolice | Apr 24, 2015 | Uncategorized
Quiet conversations about mental illness I have written this column too many times. Det. Larry Penfold. Const. Roy Jones. Staff Sgt. Ian Matthews. And now another Hamilton police officer has died by suicide. On Sunday, he left behind many people who loved him,...