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Subscriber Exclusive The Hamilton Spectator Archives Journey through 100+ years of the Hamilton area’s gripping headlines, iconic moments, and nostalgic memories from every era as you dive into our archives. Start your adventure now and unlock a world of insight and discovery.
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Avenues Of History To Explore
Cultural Icons From Dundurn Castle’s Sir Allan Napier MacNab to Martin Short to Ken Dryden, uncover the stories that shaped the icons we know and love. Each story offers a glimpse into the lives of these influential figures and their legacies.
True Crime Piece together evidence of past true crime cases with investigations from the archives. Get deeper into the stories that have captivated audiences for generations.
Family Legacy From historical events to personal stories, discover the threads that connect you to your past. Whether you're tracing long-lost relatives or tributes to loved ones, unlock memories with the archives.
Choose your own adventure, explore The Hamilton Spectator Archives today. Let curiosity be your guide as you uncover the stories that shaped the past and continue to resonate today. Subscribers get free access to The Spec Archives.
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How to use the archives

Browse these helpful tips to navigate through the archives with ease and get the most out of your experience.

1. Begin your search

Enter relevant keywords into the search bar to find articles, stories, and reports that match your interests.

Pro tip: If you have multiple keywords, use quotation marks around your words to find results where they appear together.

2. Filter and refine

Narrow down your results by filtering them by date and location to find precisely what you're looking for.

Pro tip: Experiment with different date ranges to expand your search and explore the evolution of topics over time.

3. Snip 'n Save

Select and capture clippings of the stories that resonate with you and save them to your profile for whenever you want to access them.

Pro tip: You can even save your filtered search to return to it later.

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