The family of 92-year-old Pauline Twohig tried to remove her treasured wedding band when she was rushed to hospital on Long Island after an apparent stroke. They found the task too hurtful, knew it would hurt their mother and left the ring in place A day later as they arrived at their dying mom’s bedside they found the ring gone, stolen by someone who wrenched it off her finger and pocketed it.
Sunday evening’s Amber Alert was a useful exercise but its capacity to override television will continue to be scrutinized by broadcasters for refinements. Happily, this alert was effective in the context of a baby taken away (probably unintentionally) by a car thief. There were no screaming noises associated with the alert, just a short message blurted out on a red strip over programming. Curiously, more than an hour after the baby was found the Amber Alert messages had not been switched off. Below we see this now outdated message superimposed over a U.S. cable channel.
Toronto experienced an electricity dip of 3.2 per cent during Earth Hour Saturday night. That’s about the equivalent of 36,000 homes. It is a fall off of about 3.5 percent in participation from last year says Toronto Hydro. But the utility feels that overall consumers are doing more to conserve energy possibly from awareness created by Earth Hour. .
A case of measles has been confirmed in Brampton and public health authorities have published locations where others may have been exposed. CBC
A recently opened East York sandwich bar has taken the name Knuckle Sandwich. It’s at 969 Coxwell Ave. just south of O’Connor Drive. So far as we know there are no real knuckles in the food. The name has probably been used before but it is easily the best moniker since the late and much-missed Mad Italian. Knuckle Sandwich is a time-honoured bit of slang for punching someone in the mouth. Reviews suggest that this conveniently located place may just knock you out. In synopsis it is said to be a casual spot for giant sandwiches and craft beer Rebecca Fleming writes in Toronto Life that all “the basic proteins are covered: chicken two ways (grilled, fried), porchetta, brisket, shrimp, plus a couple of meat-free options for good measure (portobello, grilled cheese). Almost everything on the menu is made in-house, right down to the aïoli.” And so it goes. May the porchetta be as good as the Mad Italian’s. Some pictures
Don Valley West MP Rob Oliphant tweeted pictures from the Telling Thorncliffe Park’s Stories exhibition at Thorncliffe Park Library Saturday. “Lots to learn and contribute to the community,” Mr. Oliphant tweeted. The community-based collaboration and exhibit focussed on Thorncliffe Park’s development from First Nations and settlers to Thorncliffe Park Raceway, planned modern residential, commercial. industrial development and contemporary challenges. It was sponsored by Myseum of Toronto and organised by Thorncliffe Park Women’s Committee.
Gawker Media, the self-proclaimed hero of the Rob Ford cocaine video saga, has been hit with a $115 million award in favor of wrestling showman Hulk Hogan. Gawker published, and refused to take down, a sex video of Hogan with a friend’s wife. The video was taken in a private home with no one else around, according to Hogan. The award is a stunning decision from the Florida court which some say may put Gawker out of business. For his part, publisher Nick Denton says he will win on appeal because what he called “the most important witness” was not permitted to testify.
Toronto Police are dealing with a robbery in an undergrond garage and an apparent attempt to abduct a car owner. In addition, the crime was committed by two men who escaped in a dark-gray Toyota Sienna van with Michigan license plates. The incident occurred Friday shortly after noon in a condominium garage near Windermere Ave. and the Queensway when the owner of a condo was ambushed by “at least two men” one of whom had a handgun. The attackers removed the man’s jacket, stole his iPhone and tried to force him into their van. The victim pushed the panic button on his key chain and called for help. He attracted a neighbor who came to his aid. The attackers fled. One of the unknown men is described as black with a light complexion, mid-twenties, clean-shaven, with sharp facial features.
Agreement was reached Thursday by 20 of the world’s largest carmakers which will mean that automatic emergency braking (AEB) becomes a standard feature in all cars by 2022. AEB is a system of sensors that will apply the brakes to a vehicle if the driver does not respond to pedestrians and other cars in front of him. General Motors, Ford, BMW, Toyota and other dominant brands are a party to the deal which was announced by the U.,S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
A FlyDubai airliner 737 with 62 people on board plunged to earth and exploded early Saturday while trying to land in strong winds in the southern Russian city of Rostov-on-Don, killing all aboard, officials said. Several planes had trouble landing at the airport at the time of the crash, with one trying to land three times before giving up and diverting to another airport, experts said.
CNN put together this sad story.
The Spring Leaside Community Blood Donor Clinic will be held Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at Northlea School, 305 Rumsey Road. This important clinic is rooted in the history of Leaside and remains an inspiring reminder of local friends who needed the help of others. All those who can give — especially the young 17 and over — are asked to give the gift of life. Who would not save a life? The clinic runs from 2 to 7 p.m. so it is easy to plan an after school visit. Call 1-888-2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) to book an appointment.
STORY OF EMMY DUFF
Emmy Duff
The first clinic was organized in 2003 in response to the diagnosis of leukemia in not one, but two Northlea students. The efforts of volunteers and ordinary Leaside citizens extended the lives of these two young people and helped many others. But it was a losing battle for Emily Elizabeth Duff, who died in September 2012 having been originally diagnosed at the age of seven. She fought a courageous battle and inspired thousands with her cheerful spirit and hard work. Here is what is said on the website of the scholarship established in her name. It gives you all the reasons you need to find time to get over to Northlea School on April 12.
WHO SHE WAS
“Throughout her journey, Emmy’s remarkable spirit inspired those around her. With her never-failing strength and positive outlook, she embraced life at every turn, including her time away from home as a university student at Laurier. Emmy was a fundraising advocate for a number of causes, sharing her story with those that were important to her, including childhood cancer organizations, as a Sick Kids Ambassador, for Canadian Blood Services, L.U.C.K at Laurier, and Look Good Feel Better. Em will be remembered most by all who knew her as a thoughtful and caring friend. Emmy was an extraordinary young woman with a courageous spirit and love for life. This scholarship will not only ensure that Emmy’s memory is carried on but also provide the opportunity for others in similar situations to live out their goals and further their education.”
