Erica Brisson's latest work consists of line drawings inspired by the Toronto landscape. Courtesy Erica Brisson.
By Liivi Sandy
Every environment is a new palate to explore for artist Erica Brisson. The 27-year-old grew up in the Annex with the neighbourhood driving her creativity.
The heritage property at 145 Madison Ave. Matt James/Gleaner News
By Eddie Mumford
‘Majestic’ would be a word to describe the house at 145 Madison Ave. With its uniformity of smooth brick and irregular shape, the massive, detached home stands out amongst the neighbouring houses. But the house, declared a historical site (under the Heritage Act) in 1974, has recently become a source of anxiety for its owner.
By Perry King
After years of being a sticking point for local residents, the Toronto Western hospital smokestack (399 Bathurst St.) may get a facelift, if a local artist has his way.
Al Runt stares down one of his monster creations. Beth Macdonell/Gleaner News
By Beth Macdonell
In 1987, Al Runt was working behind the bar at Lee’s Palace (529 Bloor St. W.). He was let go for drinking on the job, but the owner, “Mr. Lee,” noticed Runt was a talented painter.
Sam James' self-titled coffee shop has been brewing up good business. Matt James/Gleaner News
By Karen Bliss
The lattes at Sam James Coffee Bar (297 Harbord St.) are a work of art and it has little to do with the carefully poured rosetta design that decorates each cup.
Ward 18 has a dozen registered candidates. Councillor Adam Giambrone is not seeking re-election. The Gleaner was not able to contact or find any information on candidates Mohammmed Muhit and Joanna Teliatnik.
Compiled by Perry King and Emina Gamulin
Compiled by Emina Gamulin, Perry King, Rebecca Payne, and Khristopher Reardon
Michael McMurtry's one-man show, Happyview P.S., plays this month at the Palmerston Library, beginning Sept. 20. Courtesy Michael Watier.
By Bethan Evans
Have you ever thought to yourself, Children’s theatre is entertaining for my kids, but I am bored to tears after the curtain opens? Michael McMurtry did and decided to do something about it.
Sherrill Sutherland took part in her ninth Caribana parade this past summer. Courtesy Liivi Sandy.
By Liivi Sandy
Spend some time with Sherrill Sutherland and you’ll get an education.
The 25-year-old Annex resident works for CBC News Network, writing about the events that make our city, country, and world tick.