7 d. ago Lost in the loop: How Marda Loop construction became an unfunny farce

I live in Marda Loop. I’m also a longtime small business owner. And after more than three years of so-called “progress,” I can say without hesitation that our neighbourhood has been transformed — not into the vibrant retail hub we were promised, but into a case study in municipal mismanagement. Every morning I lace up […]

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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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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 Abandoned driving range site could be part of big transformation of this Burnaby neighbourhood

The site — which has an assessed value of over $100 million — has been shuttered since 2011. But that could soon change with a proposed development the local architect is calling an urban Whistler Village

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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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