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City Pulls Redevelopment Plans for Sneaky Dee’s Bar
Toronto withdrew redevelopment proposals for the property housing Sneaky Dee's bar and live‑music venue on July 4, 2026, allowing the venue to continue…
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Officer Seriously Injured After North York Chase
A Toronto police officer was seriously injured Saturday morning while attempting to detain suspects during a chase near Avenue Road and Wilson Avenue. Two…
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Two Hospitalized After Boat Hits Rocks at Humber Bay
A boat collided with rocks at Humber Bay Park just after 5 a.m. on July 5, 2026, leading to the rescue of a man and a woman who were subsequently hospitalized.…
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Ontario Man Charged After Jet Ski Collides with Lifeguard Boat
An Ontario man was charged after his jet ski collided with a Toronto lifeguard patrol boat, throwing a lifeguard into the water on July 3, 2026.
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Court Docs Link Ontario Probe to Olympian Drug Case
Court documents filed in Toronto on July 3, 2026 link Ontario's Project South police probe to the U.S. case against former Olympian Ryan Wedding, who is…
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Judge Unseals Docs Showing York Region Officers Spied, Police Arrested
A judge unsealed court documents on July 3, 2026, showing York Region police had eavesdropped on suspects, leading to the arrests of Toronto police officers…
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Bulldogs Add Hall of Famer Burke as Adviser, Promote Roberts
The Brantford Bulldogs hired Hall of Famer Brian Burke as senior hockey operations adviser and promoted Gary Roberts to vice‑president of hockey operations,…
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Woman Seriously Injured After Vehicle Hits Pedestrian in Etobicoke
An adult woman suffered serious, non‑life‑threatening injuries after a vehicle hit her near East Mall and Burnhamthorpe Road in Etobicoke just before 8 p.m. on…
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Developer Withdraws 16-Storey Plan, Keeps Sneaky Dee’s Open
A developer withdrew a proposed 16‑storey building at Bathurst and College on July 3, 2026, preserving the iconic Sneaky Dee’s restaurant and dive bar at the…
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Two 12‑Year‑Olds Injured, One Critical After E‑Scooter Crash Near Mall
Two twelve‑year‑old boys were injured in an e‑scooter crash near Cloverdale Mall on Friday, with one in critical condition, according to Toronto police.
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Shooting Damages Several Homes in Scarborough Neighborhood
A shooting on July 3 after 11 p.m. damaged multiple homes at Brenyon Way and Sewells Road in Scarborough, prompting a Toronto Police investigation.
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Ontario insect decline threatens wildlife food supply
Scientists report a decline in Ontario's insect population, observed in a Greater Toronto Area reserve, which may reduce food for birds, fish and frogs. The…
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Woman Arrested for Impaired Driving After Early‑Morning Crash Near Queen’s Park
A woman was arrested for impaired driving after a two‑vehicle crash near Queen’s Park just before 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, with both drivers staying at the scene…
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Ontario Minister Says Parents Should Keep Kids in Class for Sports
Education Minister Paul Calandra urged Ontario parents to keep children in class rather than miss school for sports as the province prepares new attendance…
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Metrolinx Splits Remaining Hazel McCallion LRT Work Into Two Contracts
Metrolinx announced on July 2 that the unfinished work on Mississauga’s Hazel McCallion LRT will be split into two contracts, a step taken to address repeated…
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Maple Leafs Sign Brandon Duhaime to Three-Year Deal
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Brandon Duhaime to a three-year contract, announcing the deal on July 2, 2026, the second day of NHL free agency.
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World Cup Final Endured Near‑Dangerous Heat in Toronto
The July 2, 2026 World Cup final in Toronto was played under extreme heat and humidity, nearing the wet‑bulb temperature limit that could have forced a delay…
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Ramos Scores Late Winner as Portugal Beats Croatia 2-1
Goncalo Ramos scored a stoppage‑time winner to give Portugal a 2-1 round‑of‑32 victory over Croatia at Toronto Stadium, sending Portugal into the World Cup…
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Raptors Extend Coach Darko Rajakovic with Multi-Year Deal
The Toronto Raptors announced on July 2, 2026, that head coach Darko Rajakovic has signed a multi-year contract extension, securing his role as the team’s…
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Two Injured After Bouncy Castle Topples in Scarborough Mall Parking Lot
Strong winds caused a bouncy castle to flip over in a Scarborough mall parking lot on July 2, injuring two people. Police are investigating the incident and…
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Toronto School Boards Project Multi‑Million Deficits for 2026‑27
Toronto’s TDSB and TCDSB project deficits of $15 million and nearly $40 million respectively for 2026‑27, bringing combined shortfalls close to $75 million,…
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Toronto Home Sales Up in June as Listings Decline
Home sales in the Greater Toronto Area rose in June 2026 compared with a year earlier, even as new listings fell, and the real‑estate board predicts prices…
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Heat Warning Stays in GTA as Thunderstorms Loom
A heat warning remains active for Toronto and the GTA on July 3, 2026, with temperatures expected to reach 30 °C, a heat index of 41°F, and a risk of…
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Ontario Limits Auto Insurance Benefits for Pedestrians and Cyclists
Effective July 1, 2026, Ontario's new auto insurance rules restrict accident‑benefit eligibility for pedestrians and cyclists, altering the province's…