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    The Beach Banner 1926

    The Beach had it's very own newspaper back in the 1920's, some good reading as it shows some of the issues of the time. Thanks to Beach resident Ken K. for sending this in. He has sent in three copies, attached is the one from June 1926, have a look. I have posted this in PDF form, change the...
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    Three reminders . . .

    Dear Friends of the Lighthouse, 1. The next Beach Canal Lighthouse Group meeting is on Wednesday evening at 7pm at the Hamilton Beach Rescue Unit at 316 Beach Blvd., across from Dynes Tavern. Our agenda will include: - important updates - a strategy discussion - news from the past (do we have...
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    Working For The Community

    From the May 2006 Beach Banner 1824-2006,the Hamilton Beach Community is 182 yrs. old.We are the oldest working community of its kind in all of Canada. In 1980- the committee was formed to save Bell Cairn School-and then escalated to save all the houses from demolition.The Conservation Authority...
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    Warning

    From the May 2006 Beach Banner It seems there is a large-very aggressive coyote residing in the neighborhood, Be very careful vhen walking your pets. Carry a big stick or wear some very fast running shoes —— as it has been known to chase the dogs and it is'nt afraid of people, Animal control has...
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    Congrats to Reg Wheeler

    From the May 2006 Beach Banner. CONGRATULATION To ex-Alderman Reg Wheeler,a long time resident of the community, is on the list of finalists for the Spectators "The Greatest Hamiltonian" Good luck in the coming vote Reg. :tbu:
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    Lakeside Variety

    LAKESIDE VARIETY 721 Beach Blvd. Better now than its ever been. Besides groceries etc.they also sell bus tickets-stamps-plants-lottery tickets-rent movies and have a copy and fax machines.
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    Condolences

    From the May 2006 Beach Banner We wish to convey our sympathy to the following who have recently passefil away. Mr. Bert Oldershaw-a long time Beach resident and founder of the Beach Light House Group. Mr Stephen John Gaynik-a long time resident of Beach Blvd. Mr. Joe Christian- Mareve Ave...
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    New Green Carts

    To divert waste from our landfills sites, the City handed out new Green Boxes today to every home on the Beach. Take the time and read the accompanied literature on what can and cannot go into the cart, for more info go online to the City's Green Cart site(Link below). Be sure to write your...
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    Environment Hamilton invites you to…

    North Hamilton comes to City Hall Listen to your neighbours showcase their accomplishments, celebrations and struggles to preserve their local communities. Guest speakers are from: North End Neighbourhood Assoc. East of Parkdale neighbourhood Wentworth North (BIOX) neighbourhood Beach...
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    The Historical Evolution Of Hamilton Beach

    The attached is an address to the Society (Who ever that is?) on February 12th, 1945. This article was written by William F. Johnson, long time Principal of Bell Cairn School. Good reading. Thanks to Beach resident Ken K. :tbu: for sharing this with us.
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    Texas Holdem Tourney

    The Dynes will be hosting a Texas Holdem Tournament on Monday May 15th. Start time is 7pm. The cost to enter is $22, sign up early at the bar as there is limited space. Professional dealers and cash winnings. See you there! :wavey:
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    MP's office opening

    Stoney Creek News (Apr 21, 2006) Please join us Saturday, April 29, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., as we mark the formal opening of Hamilton East- Stoney Creek MP Wayne Marston's , constituency office at 40 Centennial Pkwy. N., Unit 2. The office is on the east side of Highway 20, just north...
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    Beach Art???

    Does anyone have an idea on this one, while riding my bike along the Path last week, I seen a collection of rocks, pebbles, tree branches and a post all put together nicely by the water's edge. Could be someone's idea of art or it could symbolize something from our native community or it just...
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    Marsh would mellow east harbour

    Posted with permission from the Hamilton Spectator. ________________________________________________ BY ERIC McGUINNESS The Hamilton Spectator Thursday, April 20, 2006 Jim Harnum calls Windermere Basin a “big, empty, barren hole” at the east end of Hamilton Harbour, filled with 250,000 cubic...
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    Dynes Bands 06.

    Back for a return engagement is Lost & Lazy. :hail: I have been at all their past dates at the Dynes and I can't say enough about this band. Great tunes, good times. Friday April 28th. 8pm No cover. See you there!
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    Tips For Telemarketers

    Three Little Words That Work !! (1)The three little words are: "Hold On, Please..." Saying this, while putting down your phone and walking off (instead of hanging-up immediately) would make each telemarketing call so much more time-consuming that boiler room sales would grind to a halt. Then...
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    The smelts are back.

    For many years, smelt fishing meant dipping your net all night long to only get half a bucket. But after checking the pier smelt fishing crew tonight, it looks like the smelts have made a big comeback. One gentlemen had so many from one dip that the load ripped his net. If you have given up...
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    Arcade Potty Mouths

    There have been some very rude comments posted in the Arcade. If anyone see profanity posted, please let me know. :bang:
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    Woodward Ave Ramp Closure

    Starting April 10th Burlington Street/Woodward Avenue Ramp Closure Facts and Issues: Burlington Street will be widened under the existing Woodward Avenue Bridge. This includes a permanent realignment of the Woodward Avenue interchange ramps and construction of a retaining wall in the area. This...
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    Jurisdictional dispute delays Beach Strip planning.

    Posted with permission from the Hamilton Spectator. ________________________________________________ The Hamilton Spectator Friday, May 15/1970 A dispute over control of Hamilton's harbor has delayed action on a planning report on future use of the Beach Strip. The Hamilton Harbor Commission...
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