Toronto Police Service Report: A 21 year old male employee of Mac’s Convenience Store, 11 Pleasant (Boulevard) reports that on February 3, 2013 at approximately 0655 hours, two male suspects entered the premises. One of the suspects approached the counter and made a demand for cash. The suspect indicated that he was armed, but no weapon was seen. The victim complied. The suspects fled the scene in an unknown direction. No injuries were sustained by the victim. Police are requesting the assistance of the public in identifying the following described persons in connection with this offence. Description of Suspect #1: Male, 30 years, 5’10’’ to 6’, 169 to 189 pounds, medium build. Suspect #2: Male, NO FURTHER DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE.
Ravens turn away SF comeback try to win 34-31
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When play resumed after the blackout at about 9.10 pm. ET a juiced 49ers squad scored 23 points against two Ravens field goals to bring the score early in 4Q to Ravens 34, SF 31. But with barely a minute and a half left in the game the 49ers failed to score on four pass attempts from near the Ravens goal line. The Ravens regained control of the ball with 12 seconds left in the game and were able to run out the clock.
Super Bowl resumes after 35 minute blackout
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The most watched TV program in quite probably the whole world was put on hold tonight as a “power surge” blew out many of the lights at the New Orleans Super Bowl. The Baltimore Ravens were smashing the San Francisco 49ers, 28-6 early in the third quarter when — whoops — out went large numbers of lights and the scoreboard. At 8.54 p.m. the play-by-play crew announced they had been told it might be 15 minutes before the full playing lights return. The teams were asked to stay on the field and many. like the player above, began to stretch to stay warmed up. San Francisco fans were tending to think that the blackout was a break for them.
It’s really all about the football, right guys?
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Events will reveal whether anybody at the official Toronto NFL party will see much of the game. The thrash is being held at The Sound Academy 11 Polson Street down on the docks. Good location. The NFL is hosting this party where at least 2,000 fans may enjoy exclusive NFL perks (hmm). Former NFL player Tim Brown, a Heisman Trophy winner and long-time Oakland Raider, will join the party with Brian Westbrook, a two-time Pro Bowl running back and the Philadelphia Eagles’ all-time leader in yards from scrimmage. There will be six of the head-turning Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders there to sign autographs and get photographed.
Fiat boss predicts merger with Chrysler by 2014
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Fiat in Turin says that it expects to be merged with Chrysler by 2014. At present the two car makers have a strategic alliance. But things are tough for Fiat in Europe, even though it has arguably the cutest car in all South Bayviewland. That would be the sweet little Fiat 500 (below right)
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Day of the Bowl XLVII All Supreme, bow down
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Getting up on Super Bowl Sunday is knowing that your day has an inevitable outcome, pretty much. The NFL has created a North American social event which, sadly for some. just cannot be ignored. Now you might like to break away from the same-old decision to buy prepared chicken wings, and instead make your own. It’s easy and chances are they’ll be fresher. The kickoff is at 6.30 ET. You might get a chuckle out of this NFL page designed to keep you busy while you are waiting. There is even a countdown to kickoff. NFL.com
Liberals “Davos-style” format underwhelming
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It may not have anything to do with whether they make a decent showing at the next election, but the Liberal Party of Canada’s leadership debates are turning out to be a crashing bore. This weekend’s performance in Winnipeg got the raspberry from several sources. Maclean’s said the the one-on-one interviews were “so laid back that not much was laid bare.” Canadian Press said the gathering had a cozy feeling. Maybe that’s because the candidates never addressed each other. Instead, they were interviewed by a local Liberal in what the party called a “Davos-style” format. The nine candidates are MPs Marc Garneau, Joyce Murray and Justin Trudeau, former MPs Martin Cauchon and Martha Hall Findlay, lawyers David Bertschi, Deborah Coyne and George Takach, and retired Lt.-Col. Karen McCrimmon.Coke site on Overlea an attractive big box space
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It is now more than a year since Coca Cola Limited began to talk about its move to downtown Toronto from the property on Overlea Boulevard. It is an enormous property which includes the general offices and bottling companies of the soft drink maker as well as parking for cars and trucks that never seems to stop. The mystery of just what the future holds for the nicely located space is even greater because it does not appear that Coke has the place listed anywhere. That may happen but can it be that Coke is quietly cycling the property around to those who might have an interest? Either way, the layperson’s guessing game of just what might work at this location is definitely on. As we know, it sits across the street from the East York Town Centre where each day the new Target store comes closer to opening. It doesn’t take a lot of imagination to see how a Target competitor — Walmart, Costco — might wish to set up across the street. The location might even suit a big box grocer like Metro. One thing is certain, there is more to be heard on this topic.
Spent over limit but Ford unlikely to be removed
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Mayor Ford’s 2010 election campaign spent some $40,000 over the legal limit or about 3 per cent more than he was permitted to spend. In addition, an audit of the mayor’s expenses found “apparent contraventions” of election law. Experts cautioned that apparent contraventions might not necessarily be found improper even if Mr. Ford is sent to a non-criminal proceeding to determine such things. The spending legislation has a wide range of possible penalties and it is generally thought that it is very unlikely that the mayor would be removed from office for these violations.
News agent says TTC ignored his inquiries
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The non-tendered contract to sell newspapers and snacks in the TTC subway system is becoming a tricky issue for the commission and its chair Karen Stintz (Toronto Ward 16). The contract was handed to Gateway Newstands as a simple renewal but now other concessionaires have come forward to ask why they were not asked to bid. One of them, New York New Cafe Ltd. say they inquired about bidding but they were ignored. The matter has become news with the prodding of Mayor Ford who claims the city could have saved as much at $15 million by opening up the bidding. Under criticism, Ms Stintz is calling for a third-party review of the Gateway deal. CP24 has done some good reporting.
Lai Wah Heen to close after Valentine’s Day
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South Bayview area residents who fondly remember and very much miss the excellent Lai Toh Heen Restaurant at Mt. Pleasant Rd. and Soudan Ave will be interested to hear the parent eatery, Lah Wah Heen, in the downtown Metropolitan Hotel, will close right after Valentine’s Day. Whether Lai Wah Heen will re-open seems unknown. This uncertainty arises because the Metropolitan, on Chestnut Street, has been purchased by Bayview Hospitality Group. As the company’s website says, the Metropolitan will now be jointly converted by Hilton Hotels and Bayview into a new DoubeTree Hotel. There is a chance that staff of Lai Wah Heen will be allowed to lease the space and continue to run the restaurant, but it doesn’t seem to be a 100% chance. Lah Toh Heen closed in 20111 when the lease expired because business had declined too much during the recession.
Kermit and Miss Piggy mark day of love
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All up and down Bayview shops are dressed up in red hearts for Valentine’s Day. This is the window of Bonne Byford Real Estate at 1536 Bayview featuring Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy. The signature statement is “Waltz yourself into a new home for Valentine’s.” This year Valentine’s falls on a Thursday so there’s plenty of time to plan your weekend loving gesture. If your store has a Valentine’s Day window you are proud of, send us a picture at the South Bayview Bulldog at news@bayview-news.com