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George Springer to Start Left Field for Blue Jays vs. White Sox
George Springer, 36, will start left field for the Toronto Blue Jays against the Chicago White Sox on Friday, marking his first outfield appearance this season.
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Junior Parade of Toronto Caribbean Carnival Moved to July 19
The junior parade of Toronto’s Caribbean Carnival has been postponed from July 18 to July 19 due to forecasted rain and high winds, with organizers emphasizing…
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Metrolinx Removes Polymer Slurry from East‑End Toronto Creek
Metrolinx started removing polymer‑based slurry from an east‑end Toronto creek on July 8, 2026, after a spill linked to Scarborough subway extension work,…
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Community Hub Project Stalled Over Ownership Dispute
Toronto's plan to build a community hub with a pool, gym, concert hall and movie theatre is stalled due to an unresolved ownership dispute over the public land…
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Tempo Beats Dream 111-92 in Turnover‑Heavy Contest
Toronto Tempo defeated Atlanta Dream 111-92, using a surge of Dream turnovers to pull away in the second half of their regular‑season WNBA game on July 18,…
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for GTA with 110 km/h Gusts
Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Greater Toronto Area on July 18, 2026, warning of wind gusts up to 110 km/h,…
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Orange Air‑Quality Warning Issued as Smoke Engulfs GTA
An orange air‑quality warning was issued for the GTA on July 18, 2026, as smoke from regional fires raised pollutant levels, with relief expected from…
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Railworkers Union Calls for CN to Stop Trains in Wildfire Areas
The railworkers' union asked Canadian National Railway to halt train operations through active wildfire zones in Ontario on July 16, 2026, citing crew safety…
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Toronto Tempo Re‑sign Kayla Alexander to Second 7‑Day Deal
Toronto Tempo re‑signed Kayla Alexander on July 16, 2026 to a second seven‑day hardship contract as the team deals with multiple injuries. The short‑term deal…
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Shania Twain Headlines One‑Night Show at Toronto’s Horseshoe Tavern
Shania Twain will perform a one‑night‑only concert at Toronto’s Horseshoe Tavern on July 17, 2026, marking her first appearance at the iconic venue and a…
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Three Toronto Students Earn Perfect 100% Averages
Three Toronto students earned 100% averages in the 2026 school year, crediting family support, personal interests, community resources, and time management for…
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Ontario Wineries Adjust Tours Amid Persistent Wildfire Smoke
Ontario wineries and tour operators are modifying or cancelling tours due to lingering wildfire smoke, with tourists citing air quality concerns, leading to…
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Ontario Gets Short Lull in Wildfire Smoke, Air Quality to Decline
Ontario will see a short improvement in air quality on July 17 as smoke from northern wildfires temporarily clears, but worsening conditions are expected to…
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Man critically injured in scooter‑vehicle crash at Bloor and Dufferin
A man riding a scooter was critically injured after colliding with a vehicle at Bloor and Dufferin just after 8 a.m. on Friday, prompting police and paramedics…
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Orange Air Quality Warning Stays in GTA
An orange‑level air quality warning issued by Environment Canada remains in force across the GTA on July 17, 2026, due to elevated smoke. A brief improvement…
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Heatwave Spurs Record 400 Daily AC Repair Calls in Toronto
A heatwave pushing temperatures into the mid‑30s Celsius and an orange air‑quality warning led Toronto's AC repair crews to handle roughly 400 service calls…
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Former Blue Jays Stars Turn Up at Toronto Community Games
Former Blue Jays Josh Donaldson and Russell Martin, now podcast hosts, surprised local Toronto baseball games with on‑field appearances on July 15, 2026,…
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World Cup Watch Parties Cancelled Over Poor Air Quality
Toronto canceled several FIFA World Cup watch parties, including the Nathan Phillips Square fan festival, on July 15, 2026 after an orange‑level air‑quality…
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TTC to Install Hitachi CBTC for Faster Train Service
The TTC has partnered with Hitachi Rail Canada to install a CBTC signalling system, replacing older technology to enable more frequent and reliable train…
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Teen Hit by Pickup Truck in Malvern, Hospitalized
A 14‑15‑year‑old boy was seriously injured after being hit by a pickup truck at Neilson Road and McLevin Avenue in Malvern on July 15, 2026, and was taken to…
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Markham Set to Host Ontario Honda Dealers IndyCar Race
Markham, Ontario, is set to host the Ontario Honda Dealers IndyCar race from August 14-16, 2026, with preparations underway to accommodate tens of thousands of…
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TTC Seeks Legal Options After Arbitrator Bars Random Drug Tests
A labour arbitrator ordered the TTC to end its random drug and alcohol testing program immediately, and the agency’s CEO says the commission will consider…
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Advocates Warn of Heat Wave and Smoke Haze Risks
Advocates warn that Toronto's orange haze from wildfire smoke and a heat wave pose health risks to vulnerable residents, calling for stronger protective…
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Ontario Bars Students at Five Career Colleges From OSAP Loans
Ontario’s Ministry of Colleges and Universities has barred students at five private career colleges from receiving OSAP loans for the 2026‑2027 year, extending…