6 h. ago Surging Raptors win over Hornets thanks to Ingram, Barnes block party

Raptors led most of the way but treated fans to an epic ending as winning ways continue.

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18 h. ago Jets cornerback Kris Boyd clinging to life after NYC shooting

Boyd told police he had been inside the restaurant with friends but decided to leave because the “vibe” was off and he sensed tension, sources told the Post.

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1 week ago Raptors Superfan Nav Bhatia earns huge honour from this Toronto college

Nav Bhatia has been known as the world's biggest Toronto Raptors fan, but one local higher learning institution is recognizing him for his work away from the court.Humber Polytechnic honoured Bhatia with an honorary degree at their fall convocation ceremony on Thursday, with the 74-year-old in attendance to pick up the award."Today we celebrate entrepreneur and philanthropist Nav Bhatia as he receives an honorary degree at Fall 2025 Convocation," Humber Polytechnic said via social media. "Nav is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and business and he also happens to be the Raptors Superfan!"Among Bhatia's accomplishments noted by Humber include the creation of the Nav Bhatia Superfan Foundation, promoting diversity in sport, and supporting girls' education with Daughters of India.Bhatia has been a staple of Raptors home games since the team's inception in 1995, being a season ticket holder since day one. He's only ever missed home games for the ...

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2 w. ago The history of Frank Vetere's Pizzeria restaurants in Ontario

Before deep-dish pizza was readily available on delivery apps at the touch of a button, it was legendary entrepreneur Frank Vetere who introduced the indulgent Chicago-style pie to Ontario through its then-wildly popular and now-nostalgic restaurant chain, Frank Vetere's Pizzeria.Born in Toronto in 1927 to Italian immigrants, Frank Vetere's career spanned industries before a shift to the restaurant business, where he would ultimately leave a lasting mark on Ontario's dining scene.Foreshadowing the punctual pizza business that would follow, Vetere's journey first began as a mail boy at Tip Top Tailors, where his professionalism and determination caught the attention of top executives.He went on to climb the corporate ladder, becoming an accountant and, after only a few years in the business, a vice president. It was also during his time at Tip Top Tailors that he met his future wife, Mildred.Photo: Linda Vetere.After leaving Tip Top Tailors, Vetere ventured ...

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3 w. ago Rogue Toronto sport fan leaves restaurant shift to hang out with Raptors fans

Raptors fans are known for their fierce passion and dedication, but one such fan has taken that pride to prehistoric levels.If you saw a dinosaur walking around Toronto last night, you weren't dreaming! That was just a mega-fan and Subway Sandwich Artist, who was very excited for the Toronto Raptors home opener on Friday, Oct. 24.From subs to streetsJust how big a fan is this Dino? After a shift serving up delicious subs to Toronto diners, this guy clocked out of the local Subway restaurant and immediately headed to Jurassic Park.With a mission to celebrate the start of the season with fans at Scotiabank Arena, this character was spotted traveling through Union Station, waving to fans and bringing that big game day vibe. And if you were lucky, you might’ve even caught them snagging a seat at the home opener.Along the way, this character surprised some extra happy commuters with Subway gift cards — because who doesn’t love a little free ...

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4 w. ago Toronto's Scotiabank Arena adds 'Just Walk Out' checkouts to concession stands

Toronto Maple Leafs and Raptors fans just might have another way to avoid lengthy checkout lines for food and drinks throughout this year.On Monday, the teams' ownership group, MLSE, shared details of Scotiabank Arena's most recent renovations, which have been ongoing for two years pretty much around the clock.While the majority of the renovations have gone on during the offseason months when the Leafs and Raptors have stopped playing, the arena has been in construction mode since 2023 as part of a $350-million project.One of the features that's been implemented is the use of automated checkouts, with Amazon powered "Just Walk Out" Technology. Nine 300 level food stands have been upgraded, with nearly half of them using the self-checkout technology.Customers simply tap their credit card before entering the market and are automatically charged for their purchases on the way out based on whatever they leave the area with.The stands were first intro...

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