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Plenty of ‘fresh’ goodies in the Village

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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 star Paul Gross receives award

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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

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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.

SCOTT THOMPSON

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Our area’s funniest resident on dressing up in drag for the holidays, staying upbeat during the fight of his life & why he’ll always be a Kid at heart