Laird planning study finally moving forward
Leaside residents near Laird Drive will be happy to know the city is moving forward with a neighbourhood planning study that Ward 26 councillor Jon Burnside says is at least a year late.
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Author: Eric Emin Wood
The less-than-compelling Joneses
The audience I saw The Realistic Joneses with on opening night seemed to like the play. I was bored.
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It’s official—new community centre coming to Davisville
The redevelopment of Davisville Junior Public School and Spectrum Alternative School will officially include a city-funded community centre. The new community centre will be first in Ward 22.
Read MoreSouthvale condo debate ends with victory for both sides
Developer Shane Baghai has submitted his final proposal for his Southvale condo project and it includes just about every concession residents asked for.
Read MoreWorking group saves a few North Toronto trees
The neighbourhood around the North Toronto Memorial Community Centre will lose fewer trees than initially feared. At a contentious public meeting on
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Input sought for Hydro One infrastructure project
Hydro One is planning a critical infrastructure project to cut through Leaside – and would like your opinion on which direction it should take.
Read MoreSunnybrook development height to be negotiated down: councillor
The developer behind the application to replace Sunnybrook Plaza with a pair of mixed-use condominium towers is eager to negotiate a final height for the project before its upcoming Ontario Municipal Board hearing, Ward 26 Councillor Jon Burnside says.
Read MoreSunnybrook Plaza plan going to OMB
The plan to replace Sunnybrook Plaza with two mixed-use buildings is on its way to the Ontario Municipal Board.
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Plan to remove 25 trees draws residents’ ire
The city will be looking for the best place for Metrolinx to store construction equipment on Eglinton Avenue after a plan that would eliminate about 25 trees in front of the North Toronto Memorial Community Centre met harsh resistance from residents.
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Bayview development scaled back to please locals
Part of Bayview Avenue could eventually look quite a bit different if the latest development proposal by the Brown Group
Read MoreGet updates on Crosstown construction across Leaside
As construction of the future Crosstown LRT along Eglinton Avenue intensifies, literally shaking the foundations of homes and potentially increasing the number of accidents in the area, developer Metrolinx is stepping up its outreach efforts to make sure residents know exactly what is happening in their neighbourhoods.
Read MoreGet updates on your local Crosstown construction
As construction of the future Crosstown LRT along Eglinton Avenue intensifies, literally shaking the foundations of homes in the area, developer Metrolinx is stepping up its outreach efforts to make sure residents know exactly what is happening in their neighbourhood.
Read MoreWant speed humps on Falcon? Tell city staff, councillor says
Residents of Falcon Street who have long sought speed bumps to to discourage drivers from barrelling through their quiet, one-block neighbourhood could soon find their prayers answered.
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Picking right contractor for reno is most important decision
On top of ascertaining that they’re professionally accredited, insured and provide workers’ compensation, homeowners should also make sure the contractors they hire have worked in the local neighbourhood before and therefore understand local bylaws.
Read MoreIgnore this Summons
If you want to see The Summoned, you probably shouldn’t read this review. It’s the sort of play that works best if you walk in knowing nothing — especially the main plot twist, which I spoil below — because without its secrets, what little value this story has vanishes.
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