Film centre expansion moves ahead
A settlement was reached at an Ontario Municipal Board hearing on Oct. 7. between the Canadian Film Centre (CTC) and the neighbours who had appealed its expansion plans.
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Bloor construction headache is over for local retailers
Just as holiday season shopping is about to set in, Bloor Street retailers have received a gift of their own: for the first time in more than two years, there is no construction on the strip of Bloor between Avenue Road and Church Street.
Plenty of ‘fresh’ goodies in the Village
Growing up in India, Tsering Tenzin and her family worked closely with local craftspeople. Now, with their new Yorkville shop, the family continues down the same path. Terra Pura sells organic and Fair Trade jewellery and accessories, supporting local craftspeople around the world. “We wanted to give back,” says Tenzin (130 Cumberland St., 647-347-0681). It … Continued
Local emission complaints linger
Local cabinet maker Raywal Kitchens has its next hearing date on Dec. 3 to face charges laid by the Ministry of the Environment.
Thornhill’s Milos Raonic faces off against Nadal
Even though he lost his recent match against Rafael Nadal at the Japan Open, Milos Raonic won his opponent’s respect.
New eats and smooth treats come to North York
Mashti Melon is not just a smoothie place, but a wellness shop as well. “From colds to hangovers, we have different kinds of smoothies to help,” says owner Mohammad Ali Hor.
Dunlap developer can now appeal directly to OMB
Without a staff report ready, the Town of Richmond Hill has been unable to respond to the planning application for the David Dunlap Observatory (DDO) lands.
Bayview’s billionaire philanthropist honoured
Bayview’s billionaire philanthropist and social entrepreneur Jeff Skoll was recently honoured at the 20th annual Environmental Media Awards (EMA).
Local star Paul Gross receives award
After returning from visiting troops in Kandahar and being honoured by Veterans Affairs Canada last month, it is likely this Nov. 11 will be especially memorable for actor and producer Paul Gross.
Debate over area cemetery continues
A letter written by law firm McCarthy Tétrault on behalf of local activist Margot Boyd and sent to Premier Dalton McGuinty states that their client notes Mount Pleasant Cemetery is a public trust, meaning the cemetery belongs to the people. However, Boyd said, the governing board of the cemetery is acting as if it is a private corporation.
Landmark French children’s shop arrives in North Toronto
Sharon Wong first learned about French children’s clothing store Château de Sable when she was on a trip in Asia with her newborn.
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