Needs a transfer

Although Michael Warren's analysis of the failings of Toronto's transit system (Why, And How, We Should Rebuild The TTC, online, Aug. 10) are both timely and perceptive, he repeats an oft-cited canard: that the city, in lobbying for increased funding of its transit system, is asking for the tax dollars of people who don't live there. In fact, Toronto is asking to slightly reduce the disparity between what its citizens pay in taxes and what they receive in services - to send marginally less money to the rest of Ontario and Canada. According to repeated studies by a diverse set of organizations, that disparity is in the billions every year. (Globe Insider subscribers only)

Hamilton regiment's monument vandalized

A week before ceremonies honouring the bloody sacrifices made at Dieppe by a storied Canadian regiment, someone has vandalized their waterfront monument.''I was devastated,'' said Dieppe veteran and Royal Hamilton Light Infantry member Jack McFarland after discovering the vandalism during a pre-ceremony sweep to ensure things were shipshape.

Tourist dies after attack by panhandlers

A tourist to Toronto succumbed to his injuries on the weekend after being attacked by an enraged gang of panhandlers in a downtown neighbourhood.Four panhandlers already facing several assault charges will likely see those charges upgraded after Ross Hammond, of St. Catharines, died of his injuries Saturday, police say.

A fine Summers evening

As the guitarist for the Police, Andy Summers represents the unique hybrid of rocker-cum-artist. In town for two sellout concerts at the Air Canada Centre, Mr. Summers also stopped by Toronto's Edward Day Gallery to launch his photography show I'll Be Watching You: Inside the Police 1980-83.

Spot the difference

It seems like a fairly basic equation. Take one city park, add grass seed, water generously. Result: soft islands of green amid the concrete, ideal for sports, hanging out or just plain resting the eyes. For many Torontonians trapped downtown during sweat-bath season, parks are a crucial sanctuary. Why then should one city-maintained park wear its emerald carpet throughout the summer, with only the occasional bald spot, while another burns up from end to end, becoming a dusty yellow mat the texture of straw by early July?

A TORONTONIAN REFLECTS ON THE SHOOTING OF 19-YEAR-OLD KEVON HALL NEXT DOOR TO HIS BUILDING

DOUGLAS PEARSONWEDNESDAY AFTERNOON, REGENT PARKI'm third generation from the area, from when Toronto was the town of York, and this neighbourhood was Cabbagetown and Corktown. My grandmother was born on Sumach Street. We were always renters, we never owned. I'm the poor guy. I'm not trying to get rich. I need money to purchase food, and to live.

Diners' dilemma: A decent lake view

When eager, helpless diners shuttle to the city and request a restaurant recommendation, how many times have you suggested an eatery on the water? I'll answer first. Zero.If the greening of Toronto's waterfront is the most politicized where-land-meets-lake issue, the dining along the waterfront should be the dark-horse concern en route to all citizen hearts (our stomachs). Isosceles slices and tepid cart-dogs are the standard shoreline fare, followed closely by thick cardiac fries from the chippy van. Save for the occasional Harbourfront festival offering ethnic delights, nothing reputable comes to mind.

It's a food fight at One Benvenuto

It's as much a landmark as the CN Tower or TD Centre, both of which can be seen from the large, conservatory windows that lend the long-standing and popular restaurant its enviable views of downtown Toronto.

Pet lovers calling for tougher cruelty laws

When Toronto Humane Society investigator Tre Smith learned this week that his licence had been temporarily suspended, pending review of an ugly confrontation with the owner of a dog whose life Mr. Smith had just saved, the incident underlined a murky no-man's-land familiar to non-police law-enforcement officials.

For a pot smoker in pain, no help is on the way

Sitting back on a comfy couch in her Burlington residence, Alison Myrden looks ready for battle. Two long braids are tucked under her black cargo cap, while sunshine hits her sparkling nose stud and glints off of her fierce amber eyes.

torontoveggie @ 2007-08-13T03:45:00

Does anybody know where I can find vegetarian poutine?

8/13/2007: Sports: TORONTO FC HAMMERED BY NEWY ORK TEENAGER

Y . ? Toronto FC head coach Mo Johnston is known throughout Major League Soccer as a snappy dresser. The Scot even kitted his players out in the same Zegna suits he often wears on the sideline at BMO Field in Toronto. On...

8/13/2007: Toronto: Charges laid after gun cache found

MONDAY, AUGUST 6 1. Break and enter Canadian Macedonian Place was robbed of computer equipment after a window was forced open. Robbery A knife-wielding man robbed a 27-year-old man of cash while in an apartment elevator near George ...

Air Canada 8020 Toronto -- On Time

Airline: Air Canada Flight #: 8020 City: Toronto Estimated/Actual Time: -- Status: On Time Terminal: A Gate #: 11.

Toronto mayor dedicates day to 'Honest Ed' Mirvish

The street outside an iconic Toronto discount store flooded with people Sunday as hundreds gathered to celebrate the life of its founder, Ed Mirvish. The Toronto entrepreneur and philanthropist, better known as "Honest Ed," died last ...

FS: mr2, ae92 steering wheel hub toronto

i have 2 hubs for sale, one is brand new hkb boss (made in japan). include box, horn, horn ring, tools and screws $60. second one is a used jdm one include screws $35 both fit the following: - 86 - 93 celica - 1988 and up corollas ...

Holiday time and I'm going fishing!!

The Grump is heading out on holidays, and damn well about time. Time to get away from all the political crap, cosy up to a nice fishing hole and live as the good Lord intended. For the next couple of weeks I don't intend to lift anthing ...

all games accessories for xbox 360, ps2, xbox, wii ( Toronto ...

I am selling all types of accessories PS2 GAMES (prices vary depending on games) also i am selling top of the line steering wheels for ps2 for 35 dollars each and also controllers (original p.

In nine days, I will be in Toronto. Yay, I'm so ex...

In nine days, I will be in Toronto. Yay, I'm so excited for this trip. Someone asked me what I was doing in Toronto. Mostly, I'll be visiting family. But my mom and I have lots of plans. We're going to drive through Algonquin Provincial ...

Burnett solid in return as Toronto downs Kansas City

Blue Jays starter AJ Burnett tossed 7 1/3 innings of one-run, three-hit ball in his return from the disabled list to help Toronto to a 4-1 win over the Kansas City Royals in the third of a four- game set. Burnett (6-6) was making his ...

Aces and Faults: Action Begins at the Rogers Cup in Toronto

Shahar Peer will be kicking off the start of the 2007 Rogers Cup in Toronto today. (Star-Studded Monday Awaits). Novak Djokovic helped inspire Ana Ivanovic to win the title at the East West Bank Classic. (Jubilant Ana reflects on win) ...

Shanghai Bund - Big dissappointment one week after!!

I think Hi Shanghai is really bad. The wonton chicken soup I had in there is served half warm ! I don't think I will ever return to it. None of the dishes I had is good there.