Charity auction rises above challenges
The auction struggled to find an answer to a major challenge this year: the NHL lockout.
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East York MP happy with withdrawal of ‘mega-quarry’ plan
“There’s one issue,” said Beaches-East York New Democrat MP Matthew Kellway. “We’ve been successful. And now it’s time for those involved in the mega-quarry issue to turn their sights forward and start thinking about the broader issue of urban sustainability and the next fight ahead.”
Parents brace for one-day teachers’ strike
“Honestly, I’m really disappointed with the situation, especially for the kids, because they and their schooling are the ones that are most affected,” said Kelly Webster, whose daughter is at Chester Elementary School on Gowan Avenue.
A watershed for the web?
In terms of jobs, if people are primarily shopping primarily online, then not as many sales associates aren’t needed within the stores.
Archeologists unearth ugly reminder of War of 1812
“The doctors really didn’t have much to work with, in terms of tools,” said archeologist Dr. Ronald Williamson. “The soldiers would hold a musket ball between their teeth and would be given a dram of whiskey to ease the pain. Then their limb would be sawed off, and sometimes snapped to save time.”
Mr. Christie, you make no new jobs in East York
Stephanie Cass, manager of corporate affairs with Mondelez Canada, said there are always possibilities, but she does not expect any new jobs to be created at the East York facility in the wake of the Lakeshore closure.
Toronto East General redefines ‘hospital food’
“Just a simple change like changing the mashed potatoes over to Ontario-fresh mashed potatoes would have a huge impact on the patient clientele,” said Leslie Carson. “We’re basically replacing a frozen entrée type product with a freshly-made Ontario product.”
Naturopaths meet for workshops
“(For) people who don’t believe in these natural remedies or alternative medicines, it is good idea to see and experience it,” participant Yuri Ito said.
‘Healthy Hikers’ take last steps this Sunday
“I think it’s important to learn a bit about our local heritage and our local ecology. The ravines are a very important aspect of Toronto,” said Taylor Stone. “We have the largest ravine system of any city in the world. Getting Torontonians to appreciate it and appreciate that there is this potential to experience nature right in our backyards is important.”
Teen targets trick-or-treaters with terror town
In the past few weeks, Dunlop, 17, has built and tweaked a masterpiece of a maze at his home, in the Coxwell-Cosburn avenues area. It comes to life with animated spooks at every turn.