- Michael Kras
- 03 Sep 2024
Hamilton’s HSR route, schedule, and fare changes now in effect
The Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) has officially implemented changes to bus routes, schedules, and fare for 2024. As of September 1st, the HSR is increasing bus service on evenings and weekends as p...
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- Michael Kras
- 01 Sep 2024
Burlington looks at making city buses free for riders
For residents of Burlington, the idea of free public transit is one step closer to being a reality. The City of Burlington has recently shared that they are considering a move to eliminate fare ...
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- Michael Kras
- 09 Aug 2024
HSR is expanding evening and weekend service, raising fare
The Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) has shared its plans to expand evening and weekend bus service soon and announced a fare increase. Beginning September 1st, Hamilton’s public transit service will...
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- Michael Kras
- 31 Jul 2024
Hamilton giving out free HSR bus tickets during heatwaves
The City of Hamilton has launched an initiative to provide free HSR bus tickets to those in need of a space to cool down during heat events. During heat warnings throughout the summer, the City is o...
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- Michael Kras
- 20 May 2024
Hamilton’s HSR celebrates its 150th anniversary
The Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) – Hamilton’s public transit agency – is celebrating an impressive 150 years in operation. The HSR has been an integral part of Hamilton since 1874 – bac...
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- Michael Kras
- 26 Feb 2024
Hamilton sees city-wide disruptions due to cybersecurity incident
Ongoing IT issues due to a cybersecurity incident are currently impacting the City of Hamilton and affecting city services related to phone, email, and internet. “At this time, experts are activ...
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- Michael Kras
- 16 Nov 2023
HSR workers and City of Hamilton reach tentative agreement
It’s promising news as the City of Hamilton has announced they have reached a tentative agreement with Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) workers and the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 107. A re...
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- Michael Kras
- 09 Nov 2023
No Hamilton bus service indefinitely as HSR workers strike
There is not yet a clear path forward as Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) operators commence a strike action, effectively suspending all local public transit until further notice. Members of the Amalga...
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- Michael Kras
- 06 Nov 2023
HSR workers to begin strike on Thursday, all bus service suspended
Beginning Thursday, local public transportation in Hamilton will be suspended indefinitely due to Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) employees commencing strike action this Thursday. The Amalgamated ...
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- Michael Kras
- 26 Oct 2023
Hamilton will end free HSR fare for disabled riders
People with disabilities who make use of the Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) transit system will no longer be able to access the bus for free. The City of Hamilton has announced a new ‘Fare Assist’ ...
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