People
Stu Jeffries – still rockin’ the airwaves
“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
Articles by Guest Contributor
Cycling
A tale of two Leaside cycling commuters
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
Real Estate
An architectural guide to Leaside house styles | Part III
As part of our House Style Series, we would like to showcase two completely different styles that can be recognized in different areas of the neighbourhood. The Bungalow Craftsman Style derives from the original Arts …more
Cycling
Bikes and safe cycling for kids in Flemingdon Park
On a bright, sunny Saturday morning at the end of September, 30 children from the Flemingdon Park community had good reason to smile. Each was outfitted with a bike, helmet and lock, courtesy of Pedalheads, …more
Cycling
Make “active” transportation a priority
When we moved to Leaside in 1988 a big draw was that the schools were within walking distance of our home. From Grade 1 through high school, our kids could get themselves to school, fostering …more
Cycling
Can we have safe, connected cycling routes in Leaside?
That’s the question Cycle 26 will put to council candidates in what is, as of August 13th, Ward 26 and one that safe streets advocates from across the city will be asking their candidates as …more
Sports
Why the “Memorial” in Leaside Memorial Community Gardens
The original Leaside Gardens was completed in 1951 just six short years after the end of World War II. All across Ontario and Canada, it was common to see hockey and skating rinks erected at …more
Letters
Bennington’s beloved letter carrier responds with a thank you letter
It’s a dog’s life. The summer is flying by and it seems like yesterday was my last working as the Bennington Heights’ mailman. On that beautiful day back in June I started my walk and …more
Local
Back to school: what it means to me
When I was young (or younger!) the summer seemed like a time of endless possibility – visiting family, riding my bike, tennis and swimming lessons, lazy cottage days and a myriad of adventures to be …more
Stories
Electronic sign free to not-for-profit community groups
The new electronic sign became operational in May. We are particularly excited about the community notice portion of this sign that faces north up Laird Drive and is visible to traffic coming south to the …more