4 d. ago A flashlight is needed to view this abandoned Toronto home listed for $700K

If you've ever dreamed of living in Toronto's Leslieville neighbourhood but your budget keeps laughing in your face, here's your shot — provided you're cool with a little (okay, a lot) of elbow grease.Priced at a steal of just $699,900, 360 Logan Ave. is a Victorian semi that doesn't whisper "project house" — it screams it.The listing literally suggests bringing a flashlight to your showing, which is either ominous or thrilling depending on how you feel about cracked ceilings, lime green trim, and mysterious stains.The attic with missing patch of ceiling. The bones? Classic… but questionable (see: aforementioned cracked ceilings).The bathroom with plenty of visible water damage. Still, for the brave, you're looking at two and a half storeys, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a deep 115-foot lot with laneway parking.A bedroom with peeling paint. And the location? Chef's kiss.The very run-down kitchen t...

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4 d. ago Toronto restaurant suddenly shuts down after over 30 years in business

A Toronto restaurant that was a neighbourhood staple for over 30 years has abruptly closed down permanently.East York may not have the same sheen as more buzzworthy neighbourhoods like Little Italy or Ossington, but that doesn't mean it's without its fair share of great restaurants.You just have to get good at looking beyond the often less-polished covers of non-downtown restaurants.Since 1992, one such hidden gem has been O'Connor Drive's Jawny Bakers Restaurant.A family-run operation through and through, the restaurant was just the sort of casual, neighbourhood institution that all too easily flies under the radar of those living elsewhere in the city.Sure, the menu was nothing terribly out-of-the-box, lots of steaks, sandwiches, pub staples and cheesy appetizers, but the restaurant itself became a home base of sorts for the neighbourhood nonetheless.Not only that, but it boasted one of the most breathtaking patios in the area, fully covered and heated with a ...

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1 week ago South African man found in ‘pool of blood’ after surviving hyena attack

Nicolas Hohls is lucky to be alive. The 27-year-old South African man explained how he survived an attack by two hyenas while staying at a nature reserve to attend a bachelor party last weekend. “One went for my leg and the other for my face and head,” Hohls told People of the Saturday attack. “I […]

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1 week ago Fengate breaks ground on new rental tower in Mount Dennis Neighbourhood

TORONTO, Sept. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fengate Asset Management (“Fengate”) celebrated the official groundbreaking of The Dennis, a new purpose-built rental community located in the Mount Dennis neighbourhood in Toronto, and one of the first approved projects to break ground under the City of Toronto’s Purpose-built Rental Housing Incentives Stream. The Dennis is a […]

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2 w. ago Future of bustling Toronto nightlife spot in question after address listed for sale

A Toronto Italian restaurant that's become a popular nightlife hotspot is going up for sale. Is it time for the city to say goodbye?If you've gone out on King West any time within the past three years, there’s a good chance that you ended up at (or in line to enter) Pizza Wine Disco.Over its short, three-year tenure, the Italian restaurant that transforms into a lively bar after dark has become a staple on the scene, packed to the rafters weekend after weekend with pizza-fuelled party people.Sure, its clientele seems a little more eager to lean into the "disco" aspect of its offerings, but Pizza Wine Disco also operates as a full-service restaurant with an enthusiastic fan base in its own right.Being the juggernaut of the Toronto nightlife scene, it is, not to mention one backed by Liberty Entertainment Group (LEG), the hospitality group behind the likes of DaNico, Don Alfonso 1890 and Paris Texas, it came as a shock wh...

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2 w. ago This $2 million home is like a Bali retreat in the heart of Toronto

In a Toronto neighbourhood where homes typically sell for nearly $7 million, the asking price of a newly-listed house at 329 Glen Rd. sure feels like a bargain, because everything is relative.Listed at $1,979,000, this Rosedale property is far below the usual asking price—but there's a reason.For starters, there's only one bedroom, which raises eyebrows for a house that's on a 30-by-136-foot lot. The only bedroom. And then there's the transformation... What would be a traditional Rosedale home has been reimagined as a full-on Bali tropical retreat.The jungle-themed bathroom. The jungle-inspired upper level is the real showstopper, with a retractable glass wall that opens the space completely to the outdoors.The indoor waterfall. A dramatic indoor waterfall wall adds to the resort vibes, creating an indoor-outdoor experience you wouldn't expect to find hiding in the heart of Toronto.A wine cellar. Oversized rooms, curated g...

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2 w. ago Toronto just got a new Krispy Kreme in a buzzy neighbourhood

Krispy Kreme just opened brand-new Toronto location in the heart of one of the city's most popular neighbourhoods.To echo the immortal (well, on the internet anyway) words of American comedian Annie Korzen: "Have you ever had a Krispy Kreme? Was it crispy? Was it creamy?"She raises a good point. The donuts at the lauded international chain can scarcely be described as either crispy or particularly creamy, save for those that are filled with whipped cream, but that doesn't make them any less delicious.You see, in a city that has no shortage of exceptional artisanal donut shops, the donuts at Krispy Kreme just kind of seem to be their own thing entirely.While you could likely only eat a maximum of one donut from Toronto shops like Bloomer's or Dipped Donuts in one sitting, you could easily put away at least three airy Krispy Kreme confections in one go.What we're trying to say is, if donuts were candy, they'd be Krispy Kreme Original Glazed.It should...

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2 w. ago Toronto 'ghost hotel' in Kensington Market is being sold under power of sale

Kensington Market has always been one of Toronto's most fiercely protected neighbourhoods — but that hasn't stopped developers from circling like vultures overhead.In recent years, locals have seen large plots of land listed and developers trying to turn the quirky neighbourhood into another conglomeration of high-density condo developments. For the most part, plans to redevelop the Toronto neighbourhood have been thwarted or put on hold. However, one significant chunk of Kensington Market has just hit the market under the power of sale, and could become the next ground zero in the area's longstanding battle with developers. Tucked down a quiet laneway off Baldwin Street, 38 Kensington Pl. is a former rental three-storey walk-up with seven oversized units spread across more than 14,000 square feet of leasable space.An open-concept unit on the ground floor. The building, which once drew attention as one of the many so-cal...

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3 w. ago Toronto neighbourhood is throwing a clothing swap block party this weekend

Are you dreaming of a more sustainable Toronto? Do you think it can be achieved with a block party dedicated to swapping clothes, shopping from environmentally-conscious vendors and learning tips on how to make your personal belongings last longer? If you're screaming "YASS!" then listen up!This weekend is the time to dig into your drawers for your old clothes — or can we say, vintage finds? — and head on over to the Sustainable Block Party taking place in Toronto's Junction.On August 23, the neighbourhood will host an event that's all about the various ways to celebrate, trade, and repair old goods. After all, a sustainable community is all about breathing life into second-hand items.Event highlights include a Repair Café where you can mend and renew clothes, jewelry and small appliances; a Clothing Swap to refresh your wardrobe while cutting down on waste (both in the landfills and in your closet); and eve...

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3 w. ago Toronto's poshest neighbourhood transforms into huge street party this weekend

One of our favourite summer festivals returns to Toronto this weekend to cover an entire neighbourhood in stunning artwork.The sixth Yorkville Murals Festival (YVM) takes place in the city's most stylish neighbourhood from Saturday, Aug. 23 to Sunday, Aug. 24, with a theme this year of 'No Empty Spaces.'And while the showcase of massive murals is not to be missed, there is so much more to discover during the neighbourhood takeover.Yorkville Mural Festival"YVM is Toronto’s ultimate summer send-off, an immersive celebration of art, culture and city life," Alan Ganev, the founder and director of Yorkville Murals, says in a statement."Every year, we challenge the limits of public art, reimagining Yorkville as a vibrant cultural hub where contemporary art, music and community collide in bold and surprising ways."At YVM, you can expect live art showcases, giant inflatable activations, and a massive Block Party full of DJ sets and other ...

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3 w. ago On the map: “There’s almost nothing like this near Yonge and Lawrence” 

Investors are fleeing the Toronto condo market in droves, but the developers of The Aston Residences don’t mind.   Set to rise over the corner of Yonge Street and Woburn Avenue in North Toronto’s Lawrence Park neighbourhood, the 14-storey building is geared towards affluent local residents looking to downsize without sacrificing comfort or convenience, while remaining […]

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