The Holiday Pooch Parade was a huge success. Dogs accompanied by their human companions pulled out all the stops to get in the festive spirit and raise money for the Toronto Humane Society. Organized by Joanne …more
September 2018 marked the 25th Anniversary of the Leaside Corn Roast, hosted by the Rotary Club of Leaside. For the first time ever, a dog show was held, sponsored by Monique at My Leaside Dog …more
“Have you heard the news? There’s been Good Rockin’ Tonite!” If you were a kid born in the mid to late ’60s or early ’70s like me, that line might be familiar. Every Friday night …more
Russell Sutherland has been cycling to work for more than 35 years. Phil Oliva became a convert to pedal power 12 years ago. What makes these two Leasiders committed cycling commuters? More freedom, less stress …more
Ahhh Christmas. The season of peace, joy, good will towards others, not to mention eggnog, turkey, and twinkly lights, is upon us. I’m writing this little missive in early November, when we’ve only had a …more
Kathleen Wynne served as Ontario’s 25th Premier from 2013 until 2018. Her Liberal government was defeated in the election this past June 7th but Wynne was re-elected as the MPP from Don Valley West and …more
If you never ask, then you’ll never know. In our September issue, we asked you, our valuable readers, for your thoughts on a proposal by Leaside resident and artist Brandon Steen. Leaside, Steen proposed, should …more
“Thank you, thank you, thank you, Trace Manes, for the sports, entertainment, fun and tranquility.” The speaker is Pat Cole-Sayliss, who has lived across the street from the park, or nearby, for the last 77 …more
A few months ago, I was asked about the names of Bennington and learned that Bennington was the maiden name of the solicitor Thomas Mansell Weatherhead’s wife, Evelyn Maud Bennington. Evelyn was the daughter of …more
December is the month when things finally quiet down for gardeners. Oh sure, there’s always a tree or two left to prune and a few more plants to protect but mostly it’s a watch and …more
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