October 28th, 2016 · Comments Off on CHATTER (OCTOBER 2016): Bells ring a perfect offering
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Mike Layton (Ward 19, Trinity-Spadina) was among the speakers at a late September Bells on Bloor event celebrating the installation of bike lanes between Shaw Street and Avenue Road. Organizers characterized the communal ride during which cyclists — including activist Albert Koehl, Joe Cressy (Ward 20, Trinity-Spadina), Gideon Forman from the David Suzuki Foundation, and Jared Kolb from Cycle Toronto — rode a ring around Bloor Street, Sherbourne Street, and Queen’s Park Crescent, as a victory lap. For further information on Bells on Bloor, please visit www.bellsonbloor.org. —Annemarie Brissenden Read more
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October 28th, 2016 · Comments Off on FOCUS (OCTOBER 2016): Marked with granite
Creating a spot to gather
PICTURE COURTESY ROBERT CRAM: A Quebec quarry worker marks granite destined to become part seating, part art installation in four parkettes set to launch on Bloor Street in 2018.
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June 15th, 2016 · Comments Off on Green sanctuaries in the heart of the city
Annual parks survey returns
Upkeep, or lack thereof, marks the return of our popular Grading our Greenspace feature. Published in two parts, we visit parks in our coverage area and review them based on cleanliness, amenities, and atmosphere. Our round-up reflects a mixed bag: some parks continued to be great, while others seem to have dipped further into mediocrity. Unkempt parks, with uncut grass, poorly maintained amenities, and dying flowerbeds, are a major complaint among park users, something that shouldn’t be difficult to address. With greenspace at a premium in our neighbourhoods, our parks have become more important than ever. What our reviews demonstrate is that parks, when well maintained, are thriving community hubs. We’ll publish our second part in the July edition and look forward to your comments, whether they be on parks or on our reviews. All reviews and photography were done by Geremy Bordonaro and Emily Rea. Read more
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June 14th, 2016 · Comments Off on NEWS (JUNE 2016): New landscaping for Lennox Street
Concerns raised about lack of consultation for Central Tech space
PHOTO COURTESY RON BERNASCH/JSW+ ASSOCIATES: The landscape architect overseeing the enhancements said the aim is to emulate a university campus.
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June 14th, 2016 · Comments Off on NEWS (JUNE 2016): Bikes blessed for another season
PHOTO COURTESY MARTIN REIS: Trinity-St. Paul’s United Church celebrated its seventh annual Blessing of the Bikes on May 29. Cyclists had their bikes blessed in the church’s garden after a service that included a special prayer for all those who have lost their lives in a bike accident.—Geremy Bordonaro/Gleaner News
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June 14th, 2016 · Comments Off on POLICE BLOTTER (JUNE 2016): BREAK-INS ABATED, ARRESTS MADE
By Geremy Bordonaro
Wave of local break-ins appears to have abated
The Toronto Police Service (TPS) has told Annex and Harbord Village residents to remain vigilant in the wake of several local residential break-ins. Read more
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May 13th, 2016 · Comments Off on NEWS: Bike lanes for Bloor Street
Council votes in favour of pilot project
PHOTO BY BRIAN BURCHELL/GLEANER NEWS: Gleaner intern Geremy Bordonaro interviews eight-year-old Malina Fritz-Schwartz after her deputation at the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee on April 25.
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At long last, bike lanes are coming to Bloor Street. Read more
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May 13th, 2016 · Comments Off on NEWS: Watch out in the wee hours
There were five separate reports of robberies between April 14 and April 30.
By Geremy Bordonaro
The Toronto Police Service (TPS) is looking for two suspects in a series of armed robberies which have taken place between Harbord and Queen streets, and between Spadina Avenue and Markham Street. Read more
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May 13th, 2016 · Comments Off on NEWS: Celebrating a century of life
PHOTO BY GEREMY BORDONARO: Anne Rowbotham, shown above with her daughter Laurel, celebrated her 104th birthday at the Annex Retirement Residence. Rowbotham, who may be the oldest member of the community, grew up in Markham and joined the residence two years ago.
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Supporters aim to protect neighbourhood’s unique character
PHOTO BY GEREMY BORDONARO: A Mona Lisa mural surveys the scene on Kensington Avenue. The market is undergoing a study to determine whether it should become a Heritage Conservation District.
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Even in a city known for its distinctive neighbourhoods, it remains unique. Read more
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May 13th, 2016 · Comments Off on NEWS: Second phase of park revitalization to begin
Christie Pits to get new playground equipment
PHOTO BY GEREMY BORDONARO: Phase two of Christie Pits park’s revitalization continues as old playground equipment is removed from a fenced-in area. In the first phase, completed last fall, paths were replaced, lookouts were installed, and safety enhancements added.
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April 7th, 2016 · Comments Off on CHATTER (April 2016): Annex Residents’ Association app tracks developments
The Annex Residents’ Association (ARA) has unveiled a new web application to track all the building developments in the areas on and north of Bloor Street. Read more
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