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Winner of 25th Agnes Macphail Award urges East Yorkers not to forget their roots

As the 25th recipient of the Agnes Macphail Award, Carol Burtin Fripp is fully aware of the ceremony's significance.

Opinion split over allowing 16-year-olds to vote

At age 16, Canadians can work, drive and file income tax. By 17, they can join the armed forces. But should they be able to cast a ballot? Beaches-East York MPP Arthur Potts introduced a private member's bill in the Ontario legislature on Mar. 5. He proposed that the current voting age of 18 should be lowered to 16.
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Former TVO producer to receive Agnes Macphail Award

Carol Burtin Fripp is set to become the 25th recipient of the Agnes Macphail award for her contributions to the Leaside community. 

Councillors seek to rename hydro building after former commissioner

Ten years after hydro commissioner Jack Christie's death, Coun. Janet Davis is seeking to commemorate his legacy.

DVP tolls may clog East York streets

Mayor John Tory’s endorsement of a $2 toll for motorists on the Don Valley Parkway and the Gardiner Expressway has garnered both applause and criticism.

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Canada’s bronze is first-ever medal in sitting volleyball

Canada defeated rival Brazil in straight sets (25-15, 25-18, 25-18) to win its first ever Paralympic medal in sitting volleyball Saturday morning at North Paris Arena.  

Wheelchair racer Smeenk captures Canada’s 5th Para Athletics gold medal

Austin Smeenk (Oakville, Ont.) dominated the men’s (T34) 800m event, racing to victory at...