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by The Bulldog • December 2, 2017

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Ontario man who stole chains from strangers guilty of murder, aggravated assault

6 November 2024

Toronto's Jayhon Waldron, who was sitting next to his lawyer, put his hands over his face and appeared emotional, after he was found guilty of murder and aggravated assault. [...]

Mother says Ontario needs vulnerable alerts after 18-year-old with autism goes missing

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The mother of a teen with autism who was recently found safe after going missing in Ontario is calling on the government to create a new type of alert for vulnerable [...]

Ontario cities consider bylaws to prohibit protests near schools, places of worship

6 November 2024

As Brampton deals with the fallout of two days of violent protests outside a Hindu temple, Ontario cities consider bylaws to prohibit protests near schools, places of worship. [...]

2 salespeople charged in sales of stolen vehicles at Ontario car dealership: police

6 November 2024

Toronto police say they have charged two people, who were salesmen at a 'branded' car dealership, in connection with fraudulent sales of stolen vehicles to unsuspecting buyers. [...]

Doug Ford says ‘time to bet big’ on Ontario-U.S. relationship after Trump win

6 November 2024

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has congratulated U.S. president-elect Donald Trump on winning a second term in office following Tuesday night's election south of the border. [...]

Greater Toronto home sales jump in October after Bank of Canada rate cuts: board

6 November 2024

The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board says home sales in October surged as buyers continued moving off the sidelines amid lower interest rates. [...]

Renovations and modular buildings: Ontario’s plan to add 1K-plus new jail beds

6 November 2024

Over the next seven years, the province plans to add more than 1,000 new beds to its correctional facilities. [...]

Trump wins the White House in political comeback rooted in appeals to frustrated voters

6 November 2024

Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a [...]

Live election results: Trump elected 47th U.S. president

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Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, clearing the 270 electoral votes needed to clinch the presidency. [...]

Why one expert believes a Trump presidency will be 'overwhelmingly negative' for Canada's economy

6 November 2024

Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States and at least one expert is warning that the result could be 'overwhelming negative' for Canada’s economy. [...]

Ford 'optimistic' about second Trump presidency, says Ontario and U.S. share ‘important’ friendship

6 November 2024

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he’s looking forward to a second Donald Trump presidency, calling the province’s relationship with the U.S. one of the 'most important and enduring' in the [...]

'I'm still in shock': Brampton, Ont. landlord caught in e-transfer interception fraud

6 November 2024

A Brampton, Ont. landlord says he's shocked after two e-transfers he was meant to receive were blocked from his account by scammers. [...]

Police investigating hit-and-run involving school bus in Richmond Hill

6 November 2024

Police say that an elderly woman is in critical condition in hospital after she was struck by a school bus that subsequently fled the scene in Richmond Hill on Tuesday [...]

PM Trudeau congratulates Donald Trump on presidential victory

6 November 2024

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau congratulated Donald Trump early Wednesday morning on his second United States presidential election win. [...]

2 dealership employees busted in alleged $2M stolen car scam

6 November 2024

Police said say two men, who were employed at Toronto car dealership, allegedly used their positions to “acquire and sell stolen vehicles to unsuspecting customers under the guise of legitimate [...]

Hindu temple in Brampton suspends priest for involvement in violent clashes

6 November 2024

A Hindu temple in Brampton has suspended one of its priests in the wake of violent clashes between protesters at Hindu and Sikh places of worship earlier this week. [...]

Ford urges president-elect Trump to 'bet big' on Ontario-U.S. trade

6 November 2024

Premier Doug Ford congratulated U.S. president-elect Donald Trump in a statement Wednesday that also pitched continued economic co-operation between Ontario and its southerly neighbour. [...]

Ontario's transport minister says 1.2% of people in Toronto commute by bike. Data shows otherwise

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Ontario's transportation minister is defending his government's decision to remove bike lanes from major streets in Toronto, saying just 1.2 per cent of people in the city commute by bicycle. [...]

Woman who went missing in Etobicoke found safe

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A 33-year-old woman who went missing while visiting family in Etobicoke has been found safe, Toronto police said Wednesday. [...]

Recapping the U.S. election night in 60 seconds

6 November 2024

Skipped election night results? CBC’s Ashley Fraser explains what you missed. [...]

Donald Trump to become U.S. president again

6 November 2024

Republican Donald Trump will become the 47th president of the United States after beating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in the election to complete a stunning political comeback. [...]

Remembering some strange coin tosses in sports

5 November 2024

From an overzealous Broadway Joe to a misunderstood Jerome Bettis to an ill-fated XFL experiment, CBC Sports' daily newsletter looks at some instances where a coin flip went awry. [...]

Blues' Dylan Holloway rushed to hospital after being struck in neck by puck

6 November 2024

St. Louis Blues forward Dylan Holloway left Tuesday night's contest against the Tampa Bay Lightning and departed the rink on a stretcher after being struck by a puck late in [...]

IIHF preparing proposal to add 3-on-3 hockey to 2030 Winter Olympics

5 November 2024

The International Ice Hockey Federation is preparing a proposal to add 3-on-3 hockey to the Winter Olympics as soon as 2030 in the French Alps, following the same expansion that [...]

Gushue tops Carruthers in opening draw at Grand Slam of Curling's Canadian Open

5 November 2024

Brad Gushue defeated Reid Carruthers 6-1 on Tuesday morning in a matchup of Canadian skips at the Co-op Canadian Open in Nisku, Alta. [...]

Daryl Watts ready for Canadian women's hockey team debut in Rivalry Series

6 November 2024

Daryl Watts, the former college star, who once thought she'd retired from hockey and didn't lace up her skates for almost 10 months, gets her chance with the national team [...]

Ackerman tops Purcell in clash of unbeaten skips at Canadian Mixed Curling Championship

6 November 2024

Jason Ackerman's team from Highland Curling Club in Regina is the lone undefeated entry after eight draws at the Canadian Mixed Curling Championship at St. Catharines Golf and Country Club. [...]

Andreescu pulls out of Billie Jean King Cup to focus on health after injury-marred season

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Bianca Andreescu has withdrawn from Canada's team in the Billie Jean King Cup finals to focus on her health after battling injuries throughout the season, according to Tennis Canada. [...]

Honouring Leaside’s fallen heroes

1 November 2024

For many of us Remembrance Day evokes thoughts of those who gave their lives in the two World Wars, and especially World War II. For instance, the Leaside Memorial Gardens [...]

Surely, we can all do better

1 November 2024

A recent damning Toronto Parks audit could have been talking about the perpetually littered state of the Georgia Walsh playground at Trace Manes Park. But first, let me digress. If [...]

The Curious Idler

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Leaside Sports Hall of Fame names new achievers

1 November 2024

On Friday, Oct. 25th, the Leaside Sports Hall of Fame once again celebrated the achievements of athletes and those who have volunteered tirelessly to build the local sports community. Hosted [...]

Yolanda T. Marshall wants to know – what’s in your cookie tin?

1 November 2024

Growing up in Guyana, Yolanda T. Marshall dreamed of Canada where her mom was working three jobs and saving up to buy a condo, so she could bring her girls [...]

Ready, set, go… and vote for our next councillor!

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Leaside’s truly hair-raising experiences

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Leaside boasts a wide and wonderful array of hairstyling emporia. With more than 20 hair salons and barber shops in the area, Leaside is a destination for those looking for [...]

AppleFest – October 19th, 2024

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Sidewalk Sensation Event – June 15th, 2024

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Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program

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Now Open! New Businesses on Bayview

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13th Mount Pleasant Village Harvest Fair!

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Bring the whole fam to Mount Pleasant Village's Harvest Fair Sept 21. Shop the Sidewalk Sale and enjoy a day of entertainment, activities and fun! [...]

Tapestry Opera

8 September 2024

Enjoy the delightful music of Tapestry Opera in an intimate performance on MPV's Curbside Stage. [...]

Mount Pleasant Village Comedy Festival

22 June 2024

Toronto's top comics will have you rolling in the aisles! Come out and enjoy these hilarious stand-up and improv shows all summer long. [...]

Celebrate Canada!

25 May 2024

Sidewalk Sale & Neighbourhood Party - FREE family fun with music, prizes, shows and acticities for kids. [...]

Pleasant Present Contest

19 May 2024

SHOP MORE... DINE MORE... Upload a receipt for your chance to WIN a $100 MPV Gift Card! [...]

Mother’s Day 2024

11 May 2024

Pick up an extra special gift for Mom and treat her to a delicious meal she'll remember! [...]

Community Clean Up Day

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Join us on April 21 to help tidy up the neighbourhood! 12 Noon to 12:45pm [...]

A new is hapenning!

6 November 2024

What will happen in the previous restaurant place on Yonge Street? We will have to find out!This is was set up for Alaska. Not a using bike. It stays on [...]

Heavy machinery . . .

5 November 2024

Brought on demo stages on Rox W. Pic sent by Bill McLaughlin. [...]

Rosedale almost ready!

5 November 2024

The Rosedale subway station is getting fixed up and will look good! [...]

The Brennan house still being worked on!

5 November 2024

Still working on the Brennan house!It will be a different place! [...]

Our area is changing!

4 November 2024

A total teardown of a lovely Joe Brennan designed house! William McLaughlin sent this. He lives next door. He noted that maybe a duplex or triplex may rise. Or a [...]

Do you need a car?

3 November 2024

An amazing stretched car in Yorkville! Would it not be easier just to get a bus?Not a bicycle in sight!Another barber shop on Yonge Street near us! Are many guys [...]

Yet another coffee shop!

2 November 2024

This one is on Yonge Street next door to the computer place. Aren't there just too many coffee shops in our area? One wonders whether any of them make money. [...]

Rachel Chernos Lin Wins Don Valley West By-Election

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Province releases Therme deal details, while 865 trees are bulldozed at Ontario Place

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Habiba Desai

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Anthony Furey

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Dhruv Jain

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Don Valley West By-election – Virtual Candidates’ Meeting

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Candidate Answers – Don Valley West By-election

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Davisville Traffic Safety Proposal

19 June 2024

For several years, SEDRA has been working with Councillor Josh Matlow, City of Toronto staff, TDSB Trustee Shelley Laskin, TDSB staff, and community members on improving safety for pedestrians on [...]

Federal By-election in Toronto-St. Paul’s

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Construction of Davisville Community & Aquatic Centre

17 June 2024

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Heritage planning and designation

30 October 2024

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Improving Community Consultation – Housing Action Plan

30 October 2024

FoNTRA requeststhat consideration of the report be deferred to allow for proper communication, engagement and consultation for its proposals and recommendations. FoNTRA supports the objectives of the Housing Action Plan, [...]

Over 850 trees bulldozed at Ontario Place under cover of darkness, as Province releases Therme lease details

6 October 2024

Under cover of darkness, Infrastructure Ontario began the removal of 865 trees at Ontario Place on the evening of Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Within a single day, workers had cut [...]

Rachel Chernos Lin

24 September 2024

I want to make a difference in people's lives. I want to make sure we have safe, clean, accessible, affordable, and friendly neighbourhoods where communities and businesses can thrive. [...]

Habiba Desai

24 September 2024

As a dedicated advocate for community safety and development, I am running for City Councillor in Ward 15 to address key issues affecting residents' quality of life. My platform focuses [...]

Anthony Furey

24 September 2024

I want to be the councillor for Don Valley West so I can provide effective representation to the residents on the local issues that matter to them. I know the [...]

Dhruv Jain

24 September 2024

Leaside mom urgently needs a kidney donor

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October 22, 2024
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