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The Podaras family. Photo by Lorna Krawchuk.
People

Crosstown LRT brings the Podaras family to Leaside

April 1, 2019 Lorna Krawchuk

Recently, I met a new Leaside family: Panagiotis Podaras, his wife Rania, and daughters Alexandra (7½) and Giolanta (4½). I spoke to Panagiotis about their path to Canada – and Leaside. Panagiotis was recruited to …more

John, James, Jonathan and David Henderson.
People

James Henderson celebrates his 100th birthday in fitting style

February 1, 2019 Lorna Krawchuk

There certainly aren’t many among us who get to celebrate a 100th birthday. But James Henderson celebrated just such an occasion at a festive lunch with family and friends at Leaside Presbyterian Church. Until last …more

Warren with his painting Wilket Creek Ridge View.
People

Lifelong Leasider Warren Eberlin sticks with the go go!

February 1, 2019 Lorna Krawchuk

I chatted a bit with Warren Eberlin at James Henderson’s 100th birthday party, and realized that he was one of a very few Leasiders who was born here, went to school here, and now, at …more

Wayne Son Roberts. Photo by Lorne Wolk.
Entertainment

Leaside’s very own soul man

February 1, 2019 Susan Scandiffio

Wayne Son Roberts. He’s introspective, retrospective, reflective, and foresighted – traits which have led him to produce successful branding campaigns for companies, and to write and perform what he describes as blues-infused grooves. One of …more

Stu Jeffries and his three sons.
People

Stu Jeffries – still rockin’ the airwaves

December 1, 2018 Sue Barrett

“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

Pat Cole-Sayliss. Photo by Janis Fertuck.
People

Pat Cole-Sayliss’s window on the park

December 1, 2018 Janis Fertuck

“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

Dan Thornback, letter carrier retires after two decades in Bennington Heights.
Letters

Bennington’s beloved letter carrier responds with a thank you letter

September 1, 2018 Staff

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

Leon Bragg, centenarian.
People

Lots to “Bragg” about for this Leaside centenarian

July 1, 2018 Lorna Krawchuk

Leon Bragg is definitely a woman – but when her family was sending in the requests for honouring her 100th birthday on February 24, 2018, they didn’t bother to mention that fact – so they …more

Angela Lam. Photo: John Perieteanu
People

Kismet brought lawyer Angela Lam to Leaside

June 1, 2018 Lorna Krawchuk

Serendipity played a big part in Angela Lam’s becoming a Leasider, in 2015. The first instance was her mother deciding to move from Victoria to Toronto (Willowdale) when Angela was nine. When the time came …more

Four generations of Campbells: nephew Peter, great-niece Joanna Hickey, great-great nephew Riggs Hickey and Jean Hill.
People

At 96, Jean Hill is still giving back

May 1, 2018 Janis Fertuck

“Get involved like I got involved” is sage advice on how to live a fulfilling life from 96-year-old Leaside resident Mrs. Jean Hill, who has been volunteering with a variety of organizations since the 1940s. …more

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Leaside Transformer Station

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The Leaside Heritage Preservation Society (LHPS) is dedicated to celebrating Leaside’s impressive history and its continued impact on our present-day lives. A great example of this is the Leaside Transformer station. This massive power facility, ...more
Recent Posts
  • Meet Leaside’s food bank heroes
  • Kinley is realizing her goal – to live her authentic life
  • Eliminating poverty in Canada – it can be done
  • Long-time Leaside physician Dr. Talvi Maimets is ready for her next adventure
  • Leasiders are making cycling better
  • A tribute to Shirley McNaughton, education pioneer
  • Starstruck in Leaside, or just another Pie in the Sky?
  • Get ready. Get set. Grow! in 2021
  • The Gibson/Allmans take joy in their family
  • Caped crusader fundraises for Holland Bloorview
  • That takes the cake
  • Calm that traffic!
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