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Harbord Bakery celebrates 80 years of community, challah and sugar cookies
There aren't too many businesses in the city that can say they've been open for 80 years — but Harbord Bakery in the Annex is one of them. The bakery opened in 1945, and it has remained a family run business since.
Construction underway at deeply affordable housing project in Kensington Market
Progress continues on a deeply affordable housing project in Kensington Market. The 78-unit building on Bellevue Avenue is part of the city's rapid housing initiative, which aims to create stable, supportive homes for those in need.
GTA mom questions how non-verbal child was able to board bus, GO train alone
The mother, as well as the Ontario Autism Coalition, say the incident shows the importance of watching out for vulnerable people in the community.
Elderly woman fatally stabbed in Pickering, Ont., was welcoming to 'any stranger,' former pastor says
The woman, who the community says was a retired kindergarten teacher in her 80s, was outside her home when she was repeatedly stabbed in an attack police describe as unprovoked, "sadistic and cowardly."
Toronto's largest taxi company warns of shortage of accessible cabs as early as 2026
There may be nearly 100 fewer accessible taxis on Toronto’s roads as early as next year, as Canada’s largest taxi company warns most of its accessible fleet will age past the city’s limits, and there isn’t enough incentive for new drivers to take on the role.
A look back at the history of TTC tickets, tokens and passes
Sunday marks the final day that Toronto commuters can use legacy TTC tickets, tokens, and day passes. The shift is part of the TTC’s ongoing fare modernization, but for some riders, these analog items are more than just payment methods — they’re pieces of the city’s history.
Toronto police 911 upgrade expected to improve response times
Toronto Police Service is rolling out a major update to its 911 system. While the process for callers to connect with an operator remains the same, the changes aim to make the systems more secure, efficient, and reliable.
Locals band together to rebuild clubhouse that burned down on Ward's Island
Volunteers are digging holes and putting up wooden beams at the site where the Ward's Island Association Clubhouse once stood. The historic structure was built by members in 1937 and, nearly 90 years later, residents are bringing it back to life.
Rents dropping in Toronto, giving tenants more negotiating power, experts say
The average price for apartments and condos has been trending down for over a year and as a result of the slow market, landlords are offering incentives to entice renters, such as one month of free rent.
GTA non-profit introduces women's cohort in construction training program
Blue Door's Construct program graduated its first cohort of all women last month — a milestone moment for the housing and employment non-profit, which aims to create more opportunities for women in the skilled trades.