A community memorial service is being planned to pay tribute to the many neighbours, friends and loved ones who passed away from COVID-19. Community leaders from various groups … Read Full Article...
A cloudy skyline over Lake Ontario with striking sunset. Photo by Mario Sturino.
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City plaque being installed to recognize the Queensway Market Gardens and child labour
The City is planning to erect a heritage plaque to commemorate the Queensway Market Gardens as part of Etobicoke's rich farmlands that is now the Ontario Food Terminal. Funds are being sought by Ward 3 Councillor Amber Morley for a heritage … Read Full Article...
Tanya takes at look at Darrell Kobza Art Services in Long Branch
By Tanya Vividly This studio specializes in custom art framing, vintage posters, art restoration conservation and installation services. I had the chance of visiting a great workshop studio/ art shop in the Long Branch area called Darrell … Read Full Article...
22 Division Toronto Police officer demoted and had licence suspended for booze after running into crash site
An officer based at 22 Division in South Etobicoke has been demoted for driving his personal vehicle while under the influence of alcohol through a crash scene almost injuring a traffic cop. Kirk Ramphal, a six-year Toronto Police veteran, was … Read Full Article...
Community mourns loss of long-time resident who never left Newfoundland far behind
Local New Toronto resident Tony James Gear may have left his native Newfoundland decades ago, but memories of his beloved hometown never left him. Many community residents are mourning the sudden death of beloved Tony, who passed away on December … Read Full Article...
New 80-bed municipal shelter for the homeless planned for New Toronto
An 80-bed municipal shelter is planned for New Toronto to help provide critical services for those experiencing homelessness. It will be the second attempt by City officials to build a large shelter in New Toronto. A 2020 attempt to install a … Read Full Article...
Some free and fun Yuletide activities taking place in the community
DECEMBER 6 TO 15 MISSISSAUGA Festival of Trees from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Nightly at the Small Arms Inspection Building at 1352 Lake Shore Road E., for art installations, twinkling lights, live performances and workshops. Stroll through our artisan and … Read Full Article...
Whopping 4% increase sought by City for Water and Solid Waste services
And a Happy New Year to fellow Toronto residents. We can all be digging in deeper in fees and rates come January 1 to fund some City services. New fees and rates are being considered for water and solid waste management services as early as … Read Full Article...
Man killed and two others injured in horrific crash near Sherway Mall
One man is dead and two other people hospitalized in a horrific car crash near Sherway Mall Gardens. Police posted online that they were called to the area of Atomic Avenue and North Queen Street around 11:45 a.m. on December 6. Police said a … Read Full Article...
Beware of taxi scams as you move around shopping for Christmas gifts, police warn
Its Christmas time and people are on the move busy shopping or celebrating with family or friends. Toronto Police have issued a warning about a number of taxi scams preying on shoppers and loved ones. Police said fraudsters are using fake debit … Read Full Article...
One of Canada’s Most Wanted shooter behind Long Branch office killings
One of Canada’s most wanted man has been on the run from police for two years for a horrific high-profile double murder that occurred in Long Branch. Philip Grant, 34, is one of the Top 25 criminals being sought by police nationwide for … Read Full Article...
December 2024
Fund to aid dad and kids after mom dies in crash. More than $60,000 has been raised to help a grieving dad who lost his wife, Katie, and whose three toddlers were seriously injured, after being hit by a car at an Etobicoke crosswalk. … Read Full Article...
Christmas shoppers terrified by brazen smash-and-grab at Sherway Mall
Some horrified shoppers at Sherway Gardens Mall were stunned afterwitnessing a vicious smash and grab. Customers were doing their Christmas shopping when crashing sounds were heard coming from a jewelry store in the mall. Police … Read Full Article...
Native Etobicoke flower may soon grace the name of a private street
A popular native Etobicoke flower species is being proposed as a name for a private street near The Queensway. The Carolina Rose Heights, at 35 Zorra Street, is suggested to be named after a native plant species found within the Etobicoke and … Read Full Article...
Tips for safe winter motoring by Shafique of Southside Auto Centre
Ten tips for you and your family to stay safe and warm during this winter courtesy of Shafique Bani, of Southside Auto Centre Ltd., in New Toronto. 1. Install winter tires ,check tire pressure 2. Check your battery 3. Check your wipers 4. … Read Full Article...
Smashed window is no fun at Funny Bones Games in New Toronto
People come here to have fun. Toronto Police are investigating to find the culprit who smashed a large plate glass window at a popular New Toronto fun and games store. Witnesses said the pane of a front window was smashed sometime on November … Read Full Article...