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Jack DiamondTALK ABOUT HISTORY repeating itself. In 1801, an innkeeper by the name of Abner Miles created the “nucleous” of what would become the village (and, later, the town) of Richmond Hill. He... |
Richmond Hill Post - November 2008
Features
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What Do T.O. Women and Men Want?We put celebrity couples to the test, “newlywed game” style. The results? Mars & Venus are farther apart than we thought. |
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Top chef ready to go it aloneAs the old saying goes, coming in second is sometimes a blessing — just ask chef Rob Rossi. |
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Get ready to do the T.O. garbage bag tossAllan Lamport, mayor of Toronto in the 1950s, put it well: “It’s hard making predictions, especially about the future.” |
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The final conflict: when boyfriend meets trainerOr, how I ended up taking a back seat to jock talk, injuries and egos |
Richmond Hill renovator found guilty in Davis trialA home renovator, based in Richmond Hill, was recently sentenced to life in prison after a jury found him guilty of murdering philanthropist Glen Davis. |
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Major makeover in the works for Centre StreetLocal councillors have drafted a plan for major redevelopment and mass transit lanes along Centre Street in Thornhill |
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Parker ready for prime timeT.o. actress known for offbeat roles goes all John Grisham on us |
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Shulman named national sportscaster of the yearThornhill’s sports guru covers basketball and baseball for ESPN |
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Dragon all smoke, but no fire in the bellyMirvish’s latest production falls short under weight of expectations |
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T.O.'s Best Grilled CheeseWhat happens when this gregarious chef sits down to a table strewn with new wave gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches? He chooses the old-school, triple-decker diner classic, of course. |
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Pumped up kicksJeanne Beker struts her stuff in the city’s sharpest sky-high stilettos |
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A weighty conversationIf you had the University of Toronto’s Dr. David Jenkins, Canada research chair in the department of nutritional sciences, cornered for 10 minutes, what would you ask him? |
The price was rightGame show icon and animal rights crusader Bob Barker opens up about saving the Toronto Zoo’s elephants |
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Parent pushes for defibrillators in local schoolsA mother in Thornhill whose daughters’ heart conditions require defibrillators is pushing to make them available and mandatory in schools throughout York Region |
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Food (Truck) FightIf you think chip trucks are the height of mobile cuisine in the GTA, think again. Thanks to Zane Caplansky’s “mobile deli” and Tamara Jensen and Adam Hynam-Smith’s gourmet taco truck, the... |
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Finding FordEtobicoke is Ford country. A suburban, mom-and-pop enclave that is home to Toronto's boisterous mayor Rob and his councillor and big brother Doug. The houses are nondescript post-war bungalows,... |
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Sun TV vs. David SuzukiLocal media attack environmental groups |
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The Fox and the vittlesNew play set in Chinese restaurant showcases Toronto actor’s versatility |
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Breakfast for dessert |
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Children of the HoofGrand Electric shines, while Grant van Gameren adds his magic to Enoteca Sociale |
Faceoff: Chapman vs HumeShould the city sell the naming rights for Toronto’s landmarks to corporate sponsors? |
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T.O.'s Best GnocchiScott Conant, of Scarpetta Restaurant, samples the city’s top gnocchi. |
2011 - Gone but not forgottenLast year, we lost some wonderful local residents whose contributions to T.O. are immeasurable |
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The fourth annual Allan Awards for theatrical pugnacity and inventionStunning solo shows lead the way as Christopher Plummer and Sandra Shamas continue to amaze |
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Raw emotional honesty and musicality characterize incredible new albumToronto-based musician Kathleen Edwards, of her new album Voyageur |
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The Great Breslini’s 2012 comedy diet2012 Comedy Diet |
Walk like an EgyptianOur trusty scribe lights up a hookah, samples some ‘basturma’ and gets the scoop on the Arab Spring |
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Town and developer set to battle at OMBThe Town of Richmond Hill and a developer are going head-to-head over a recent proposal for two condominium towers |
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Eye of the needleIf you had Canada’s top acupuncture practitioner Dr. Joseph Wong, founder of the Toronto Pain & Stress Clinic, cornered for 10 minutes, what would you ask him? |
Holy Cow!The Burger’s Priest — set to open a new uptown location near Lawrence this month — is notorious for its devilishly decadent burgers. Now the city’s hot dogs are following suit, with totally... |
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School board mulls closure of exclusive arts programThe York Regional District School Board’s (YRDSB) trustees are considering introducing a policy that would close the only elementary school arts program of its kind in York Region |
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Local butcher charged with 12 health infractionsA Richmond Hill butcher shop has been summoned to court following an investigation that resulted in them being charged with 12 health infractions. |
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Spandex balletTo help you fulfill all those New Year’s resolutions, Jeanne Beker suits up in the GTA’s top Lycra and luon and offers her picks for looking chic while you sweat. |
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Shore reveals depression behind past allegationsThornhill councillor faces one outstanding charge |
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Will budget cuts push kids to crime?The infusion of civic energy into the proposed city budget for 2012 has been astonishing. I feel good about a city where so many people care about and have strong opinions about our shared lives,... |
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The City's Best Chinese FoodOur insider’s guide to Far East eats, featuring dim sum for dummies, North Toronto’s delivery champion and Joanne Kates’ top five dishes. |
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T.O.’s secret chef ready to go publicMatt Kantor on secret pickles, ghost chefs and when he plans on opening his own place already |
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Who’s got a cause? Any cause?Comedy and charity go well together, apparently just like me and mental health issues |
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Weighing in on obesityIf you had childhood obesity expert Dr. Glenn Berall cornered for 10 minutes, what would you ask him about your kid’s eating habits, pop consumption and Wii time? |
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Adding a splash of colour to live theatreCanadian Stage’s production explores the life of painter Mark Rothko |
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Is seven billion people too many?Population growth is taking a toll on our resources, but consumption is a much bigger problem |
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There’s something about MaeSportsnet scores a hit by bringing new anchor Hazel Mae home to Toronto |
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Jake was a punkToronto actor ready for prime time with starring role in Green Day's American Idiot |
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The rise of east end eateriesThe perpetually sketchy corner of Gerrard and Carlaw holds a special place in my heart. It was there, years ago, that I indulged in a $1.99 breakfast at Gee’s Bar and... |
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Delicious DigsGingerbread houses hail from the Victorian era, and not only do they ooze Toronto history, they look almost good enough to eat. Read on as one couple shares their story. Plus, three more... |
Should Toronto provide safe and supervised injection sites for addicts to use illicit drugs?Should Toronto provide safe and supervised injection sites for addicts to use illicit drugs? |
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Holiday Survival Guide 2011 |
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Rob, I’d like to give you one piece of adviceWe’re now near the end of the first year of Rob Ford’s mayoralty, and I have been trying to think of helpful things to say to our city leaders. Yes, we’ve been given far too many... |
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The religious experience of The Good LoveliesThe Good Lovelies are Kerri Ough, Caroline Brooks and Sue Passmore |
Big Ben’s Little ItalyOur columnist tours T.O.’s Italian quarter and talks bread and Berlusconi |
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The Great Burger BrouhahaT.O. is obsessed with burgers. Just walk around your ’hood and see how many burger bars you encounter. See? Still, the question remains: who makes the best burger in town? We grilled old-school... |
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T.O.'s Best CookiesTop chef and Food Network star Anna Olson is an expert in all things baked. In the spirit of the holidays, we invited her to help us nibble our way through dozens (upon dozens) of cookies — tough... |
Bar stool specialsThe holidays are here and there’s no better time to gather with friends and celebrate over a pint and some pub grub. We sent two favourites to the lab to find out which is the biggest contributor... |
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New players in Kates top 100’Tis not a kind season for fine dining — in this slightly scary economy, diners are playing their cards close to the vest, only spending where they’re sure of value. |
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Toy company agrees to pay $1.3 mil civil penaltySpin Master Limited reaches a settlement after recall of a toy |
Council approves off-leash dog parkRichmond Hill councillors have approved a new off-leash dog park |
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Parents pull kids from wireless-based schoolsParents in York Region are calling upon the school board to remove wireless devices from the classroom |
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Council set to challenge OMB-approved towersRichmond Hill’s mayor and local councillors are seeking to appeal the latest decision from the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) |
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Ghost dating the next big thing online?Too embarrassed to shop for a partner? — people will do it for you |
The Kids Are AlrightWith so many 20-somethings still living at home, we explore our kids’ so-called failure to launch. Our findings? They’re doing just fine. Meet 25 members of Toronto’s Generation Y proving the... |
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Jeanne Beker’s top timepiecesOur savvy fashion columnist finds the hottest and hautest watches the city has to offer — just in time for the holidays. |
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Putting up your DukesAcclaimed alt-country band Cuff the Duke charts new sonic territory with ambitious album |
Big Ben and the battle with his own bladesLearning how to skate like a pro — with a little help from Kurt Browning |
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High & MightyRecently declared as the city that is building the most high-rises in North America, Toronto has never been ‘suite’-er. Herewith, one couple’s story, plus three more T.O. penthouses |
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Hooked on troutRainbow trout has a mild and tender flavour and texture and is a great source of lower-calorie and lower-fat protein |
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From Wall Street to Bay Street: Occupy movement hits T.O.Local protesters raise important questions about our economic system and its ecological impact |
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The wonderful world of MantiquesInterior design for dudes |
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How Second City became first in laughsLegendary improv may have started over 50 years ago in Chicago, but, really, its heart & soul is Canadian |
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The greatest love of allThe Capulets and Montagues are at it again — this time en pointe |
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Love takes centre stageSoulpepper co-founders go from playing star-crossed lovers to living real romance |
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Morticia vs. MaryTwo musical extravaganzas, The Addams Family and Mary Poppins, go head-to-head this month in an epic battle with two stunning leading ladies carrying the day |
Should city council privatize the Toronto Zoo?Should city council privatize the Toronto Zoo? |
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T.O.'s Best French Onion SoupChef Marc Thuet goes in search of the GTA’s finest French onion soup |
Indian fare packs hefty caloric punchRestaurant renditions of our favourite Indian delicacies are always delicious — and decadent. The lab results on these two popular dishes may have you diverting from the spice route |
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Trust is earned and Ford has a long way to goCan you trust someone who decides to spend so much more than he can raise trying to get elected? |
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Take your La-Z-Boy and shove it!My boyfriend’s moving in and there’s going to be trouble |
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Susur and sonsCelebrity chef heading to Dundas Street West to open a restaurant with his kids |
Emerald ash borer invades trees in Richmond HillThe Emerald ash borer, a pest expected to wipe out an entire species of trees, has spread to Richmond Hill and Thornhill |
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Major road changes prompt renaming of Highway 7York Region’s major highway, which dissects Markham, Richmond Hill and Vaughan, is slated for a name change |
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Controversial church application goes to OMBControversial church application goes to OMB |
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Former mayor owes over $100K in legal feesCourt dismisses Linda Jackson’s claims and orders payment |
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Plans for new cell tower raise safety concernsLocal councillors and residents’ groups are questioning the safety and location of cellphone towers in the Bayview Glen area |
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Why are comedians a joke to arts grant administrators?Random tweet by comic Terry Clement sets off great funding debate |
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T.O.'s Czars of CigarsThe cigar has long had its place in popular culture from Groucho Marx and George Burns to Arnold Schwartzenegger and, of course, El Presidente Fidel Castro. We were surprised to learn there are two... |
The Comedy IssueBudget cuts. Recession? Cold weather. Enough already! We ask 40 top jokers to share their funniest Toronto jokes. Because sometimes you just gotta laugh. |
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CSI TorontoIf you had one of Canada’s top forensic pathologists, Dr. Michael Pickup, cornered for 10 minutes, what would you ask him? |
Sake to me babyDelectably fresh sashimi? Daring and inventive sushi? Here’s where to go for the good stuff |
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Fashion: Dixie kicksThe Old West is new again with the season’s hottest trend in heels: the modern western boot. Here, fashionista Jeanne Beker channels her inner cowgirl to corral the city’s top takes on the cool... |
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Raising a revolutionaryAuthor and activist Michele Landsberg on how to nurture a curious child |
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It’s their party and they’ll misbehave if you let themTeach your teens to socialize safely by imposing mandatory check-ins and curfews |
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Bright lights, big cauldronOur columnist-about-town tries the Wiccan faith on for size |
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$200 million in savings in two easy stepsPolice chief Bill Blair is threatening job cuts, but is there a better way? |
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No longer the next big thing, time is now for indie kingDan Mangan pushes the envelope with new ‘career-defining’ album |
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Fall-ing pricesWith summer winding down, taking advantage of the fall market markdown can make formerly unattainable neighbourhoods within reach. Read on as one couple shares their story. Plus, catch the... |
The artsy side to the city’s undead |
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Should we break up the Beer Store monopoly and embrace competition? |
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Lorne Michaels got his start in obscure CBC comedyPublic broadcaster should celebrate hits, but let’s not forget the success of its failures |
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Nouveau aboriginalIt’s no secret that Parkdale is a locavore’s mecca these days. Just east of Roncesvalles, the nose-to-tail advocates at Cowbell source practically everything from local farmers. Next door,... |
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Bombers Away!T.O. television personality Dan Levy may have inherited his taste in glasses from comedian dad Eugene, but when it comes to hip togs, he’s got his own amazing sense of style. Here, he picks the... |
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