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September 07, 2016

The Killers to headline World Cup premiere party at Distillery District

September 07, 2016/ Dean Seguin
The Killers to headline World Cup premiere party at Distillery District

The Killers will headline the World Cup of Hockey Premiere Party at the World Cup of Hockey Fan Village in Toronto's historic Distillery District on Sept. 16.

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Distillery District, The Killers, World Cup of Hockey
September 07, 2016

Around the World in East Chinatown murals highlight world attractions

September 07, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Around the World in East Chinatown murals highlight world attractions

A graffiti art project in the Gerrard and Broadview neighbourhood has transformed seven frequently tagged walls in the area with seven new wonders of the world. 

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Around the World in East Chinatown, East Chinatown, Gerrard and Broadview, Murals, Graffiti Art
September 01, 2016

Major facelift underway for landmark Marty Millionaire building

September 01, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Major facelift underway for landmark Marty Millionaire building

The old home of eclectic furniture retailer Marty Millionaire will soon be a new global learning centre and headquarters for not-for-profit organization Free the Children.

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Corktown, Free the Children, Queen East
August 23, 2016

Brick and Mortar launches 150-seat theatre The Commons

August 23, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Brick and Mortar launches 150-seat theatre The Commons

The Commons is a 5,200 square foot theatre facility, accessible to all artists at all levels of their career.

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August 23, 2016

BuskerFest coming to Woodbine Park over Labour Day weekend

August 23, 2016/ Dean Seguin
BuskerFest coming to Woodbine Park over Labour Day weekend

The Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy will take place at Woodbine Park over the Labour Day long weekend from Sept. 2 to 5.

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BuskerFest, Woodbine Park
August 22, 2016

Pizzeria Via Mercanti brings wood-fired pies to Little India

August 22, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Pizzeria Via Mercanti brings wood-fired pies to Little India

If pizza is your true love, and we have no shame in saying it is for us, then you'll be happy to hear that Pizzeria Via Mercanti has opened in Little India.

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August 22, 2016/ Dean Seguin/ Comment
Restaurants
Pizzeria Via Mercanti
August 22, 2016

Five things to know about local Olympian Penny Oleksiak

August 22, 2016/ Dean Seguin

Penny Oleksiak, the 16-year-old swimmer from Toronto's east end, was a breakout performer for Canada at the Summer Games in Brazil after winning four medals in the pool, including gold, silver, and two bronze.Here are five things to know about the local Olympian.

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August 22, 2016/ Dean Seguin/ Comment
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Penny Oleksiak, Rio Olympics, Beaches
August 21, 2016

Welcome back local Olympian Penny Oleksiak at homecoming parade this weekend

August 21, 2016/ Dean Seguin

To celebrate the achievements of Olympian Penny Oleksiak and other current and former Olympic athletes, DECA, Beach Village BIA and councillor McMahon are throwing a homecoming parade and party on Sunday Aug. 28.

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Penny Oleksiak
August 12, 2016

Radical Road Brewing Co. launches brewery and taproom in Leslieville

August 12, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Radical Road Brewing Co. launches brewery and taproom in Leslieville

Radical Road Brewing is the latest craft brewery to set up shop on Toronto's east side, taking over the former space of Village Wine in Leslieville.

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Craft Beer, Nanobrewery, Radical Road, Leslieville
August 09, 2016

Supercar Sunday to showcase exotic cars in Riverside

August 09, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Supercar Sunday to showcase exotic cars in Riverside

Supercar Sunday, an exotic supercar showcase raising funds for the Women’s College Hospital is set to take place on Aug. 21 in Riverside.

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Supercar Sunday, Exotic, Riverside
August 04, 2016

Danforth Brewery joins ranks of Toronto's east end beer scene

August 04, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Danforth Brewery joins ranks of Toronto's east end beer scene

A new contract brewery that shares its namesake with Toronto's Danforth neighbourhood is the latest addition to the growing east end beer scene.

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Danforth Brewery, Danforth, Beer
August 03, 2016

Rivertowne Community BBQ returns for sixth year

August 03, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Rivertowne Community BBQ returns for sixth year

The seventh annual Rivertowne Community BBQ is taking place Saturday, August 13 at Joel Weeks Park.

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Rivertowne Community BBQ
July 28, 2016

Leslieville greasy spoon Jim's Restaurant closing for condo development

July 28, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Leslieville greasy spoon Jim's Restaurant closing for condo development

Old school diner and Leslieville institution Jim's Restaurant is set to close for good Sunday, July 31.

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Leslieville, Jim's Restaurant, Greasy Spoon, Old School, Diner
July 20, 2016

Arts Market launches school supply drive for Nellie’s

July 20, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Arts Market launches school supply drive for Nellie’s

Arts Market has launched a school supply drive to raise awareness for Nellie’s, a Leslieville shelter dedicated to assisting families, women and children recovering from abuse, poverty and homelessness.

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July 20, 2016/ Dean Seguin/ Comment
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Nellie's, Leslieville, Arts Market
July 17, 2016

Barrio Cerveceria brings Mexican fiesta to Leslieville

July 17, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Barrio Cerveceria brings Mexican fiesta to Leslieville

Barrio, a Mexican-themed restaurant, has opened in the former space of Joy Bistro in Leslieville.

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Restaurants, Mexican, Leslieville, Joy Bistro, Barrio
July 16, 2016

Baconfest returns to the Leslieville Farmers' Market

July 16, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Baconfest returns to the Leslieville Farmers' Market

Baconfest returns to the Leslieville Farmers' Market for the fifth year on Aug. 7 with vendors going head to head with their best pork-themed recipes for a chance to win the Golden Spatula award.

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July 16, 2016/ Dean Seguin/ Comment
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Baconfest, Leslieville Farmers' Market, Bacon
June 30, 2016

Bike Share Toronto network expansion underway

June 30, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Bike Share Toronto network expansion underway

As Toronto Bike Share begins its long-awaited expansion, users can look forward to many new stations including a few in the city's east end.

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Bike Share, Cycling
June 29, 2016

Local hub launches to provide insight on status of Relief Line

June 29, 2016/ Dean Seguin
Local hub launches to provide insight on status of Relief Line

Beyond Relief is a community site to provide news and information on the development of the Relief Line.

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Relief Line, Beyond Relief, Subway, TTC
June 28, 2016

T&T Waterfront Night Market returns to Port Lands

June 28, 2016/ Dean Seguin
T&T Waterfront Night Market returns to Port Lands

The T&T Waterfront Night Market is set to return to Toronto's Port Lands.

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June 28, 2016/ Dean Seguin/ Comment
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T & T Waterfront Night Market, Night Market, Port Lands, Cherry Street
June 21, 2016

The Big Carrot opening second location on Kingston Road

June 21, 2016/ Dean Seguin
The Big Carrot opening second location on Kingston Road

The Big Carrot, one of the original healthy grocers in Toronto, is opening a second location in the Upper Beach where it be the anchor store in a new condo development.

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June 21, 2016/ Dean Seguin/ Comment
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The Big Carrot, The Danforth, Upper Beach, Health Food
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