Regarding the racist graffiti on the Leuty Lifeguard Station. On behalf of the Beach Interfaith Outreach Program we would like to extend our love, support and respect to all the members of the Beach Hebrew Institute and our Black community members in the face of such a cruel assault. For over 20 years our Interfaith […]
I have suffered from depression and anxiety for about 30 years. In more recent years, the depression developed into Major Depressive Disorder. I tried dozens of medications and combinations of meds. I met regularly with my psychiatrist and counsellor and attended programs meant to complement my medical treatment. The goal was to bring me out […]
What a good idea, to name a laneway after Gene Domagala, a lasting reminder of his work. No one but Gene and Pat really know how much he contributes to this community. Not only has he been involved with many of our organizations and projects like the Leuty, he has probably sold more t-shirts than […]
In the recent past I’ve heard complaints that the public is not being told about upcoming meetings, such as the Kew Gardens Renovation, the Woodbine Bike Lanes etc. I recently attended a presentation for our community, about the newly proposed $200,000 Donald D. Summerville Playground Replacement. From 7:15 to 8 p.m. five citizens attended. In […]
He’s driven past the Scarborough War Memorial for years I had just arrived home after driving by the intersection of Kingston Road and Danforth Avenue, and sat down to read Richard Dionne’s article on the “forgotten” Scarborough War Memorial (Oct. 31). I was quite moved and wanted to write and say what a touching and […]
We are writing to you as members of Ward 32 Spokes, the local cycling advocacy group associated with Cycle Toronto. The Woodbine bike lanes are an important addition to the minimum grid of bike lanes cyclists need to get around the city safely. The installation on Woodbine now allows cyclists from Scarborough and the east […]
Let’s take pride in the appearance of our community. Whether young or old, student or worker, shopkeeper or resident, please place trash in the numerous garbage containers along Kingston Road and on the side streets. We can all do a better job at keeping this neighborhood clean. It takes proper attitude and little effort. Susan […]
Change isn’t always good Stephen Wickens has written a thoughtful column regarding bike lanes (“Bike-lane debate comes full cycle”, Sept. 5, 2017). As a cyclist, I value bike lanes. However, I also walk, use public transit and drive. Many or even most families use a mix of transportation modes. I disagree with the premise that […]
Car sharing services reduce road and parking gridlock My response to the article “Why is Car2Go allowed to park overnight on my street?” from the Aug. 22 issue is that Car2Go should be allowed to park on our streets overnight because they are providing a valuable service – reducing parking and road gridlock. I believe […]
Rentals make it easier for all to enjoy the water I just finished reading, “Letters To The Editor”, in your Aug. 22 issue of Beach Metro News. I am sure this topic is exhausted, but I wanted to add my two cents. We are so thankful that the new paddleboard and kayak rental services are […]
