Man in serious condition after early morning crash in Toronto
May 19th, 2013 | Comments (0)
A man in his 20’s is in serious condition Sunday, after he was struck not once … but twice. Officers say the pedestrian was trying to cross the road near Eglinton and Oakwood early Sunday morning. They say the first vehicle that hit him was heading west, while the second was heading east. Officers haven’t said whether charges will be laid.
Mayor Ford lays low, following crack cocaine allegations
May 19th, 2013 | Comments (0)
It looks like Toronto Mayor Rob Ford won’t be appearing on his weekly radio show, “The City”, on Sunday. Ford is keeping a low profile after the allegations he was captured on a cellphone video, appearing to smoke crack cocaine. The Mayor usually shares hosting duties for his two-hour talk show with his brother, Doug. Ford has called the crack smoking allegations ridiculous — and part of a smear campaign by the Toronto Star. But City Councillor Josh Matlow is urging him to give a more detailed response. He says it would be unwise to remain silent.
CAA offering long weekend road safety tips for commuters
May 18th, 2013 | Comments (0)
Road trip season has officially begun and the CAA wants motorists to be prepared. They say one of the best things you can do before heading out is to plan your route… That sounds simple, but can often be overlooked. The CAA also suggests bringing a map in addition to a GPS. Also, it’s a good idea to check the forecast to make sure you’re packed up to handle any conditions. When it comes to the vehicle itself, make sure to change your oil, check you tire pressure and replace damaged wiper blades.
Check your tires before long weekend commute, Rubber Association urges
May 17th, 2013 | Comments (0)
Many people are packing up their vehicles and hitting the road for the long weekend, but there’s one detail motorists shouldn’t overlook. The Rubber Association of Canada says if you plan on driving anywhere to check your tires and make sure they are inflated properly and have the right tread depth. Communications Manager Antonia Issa says under-inflated tires not only are a safety risk, but also can hurt your pocketbook as well. By making sure your tires are inflated correctly, a motorist who drivers 20,000 kilometres can save about $100 a year on gas.
OPP want you to keep safety your number priority on the roads and waterways on the long weekend
May 17th, 2013 | Comments (0)
Before hitting the roads on the long weekend, the OPP is reminding you to be patient, and give yourself extra time to get to your destination. Sergeant Peter Leon says police will be out in full force, and won’t tolerate any unsafe driving. Leon says the marine unit will also be out on waterways making sure safety is the number one priority.
The Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce weighs in on transit funding options
May 16th, 2013 | Comments (0)
Durham businesses want to see firm timelines on when transit expansion will happen in the region. That was the main message at consultations with the Ontario Chambers of Commerce about funding options for Metrolinx’s $2-billion dollar ‘Big Move’ project. CEO and General Manager of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce Bob Malcolmson says some of the suggested revenue tools are just out of the question such as an employer payroll tax and development charges. Malcolmson says the consensus agreed to the use of highway tolls and fuel tax. The chamber’s full report is available by clicking here.
Pedestrian struck, killed by Toronto streetcar
May 12th, 2013 | Comments (0)
Officers in Toronto are trying to figure out what happened during a Sunday morning crash that killed one man. Around 2 a.m., a pedestrian was struck and killed by a streetcar in the city’s east end. Police questioned passengers and had closed down the Queen Street and Kingston Road area for the investigation; however, it has since been reopened.
17th annual Sporting Life 10k underway in Toronto; road closures in effect
May 12th, 2013 | Comments (0)
The streets of Toronto are packed with runners, all hoping to raise money to send children with cancer to summer camp. The 17th Annual Sporting Life 10k kicks off Sunday around 8 a.m. Organizers have set a goal of $2.4 million, and the odds are looking good because more than 27,000 people are taking part in the event. A number of road closures will be in effect until the lunch hour. Click here for a full list of closures.
York Police looking for witnesses after a serious collision in Vaughan
May 10th, 2013 | Comments (0)
York Police are looking for anyone who may a witness a collision in Vaughan. Police say last Sunday around 6:30pm, a Mazda 3 was travelling north on Bathurst street near Summeridge Drive when for an unknown reason the driver lost control, mounted a curb, left the road and struck a pole. The 28 year old male driver of the car sustained life threatening injuries, while a 24 year old female passenger sustained minor injuries. The investigation is ongoing, no charges have been laid.
Ontario Liberals being vague on timeline to cut auto insurance rates
May 10th, 2013 | Comments (0)
The Ontario Liberals say they’ll be lowering auto insurance rates but won’t say when. Premier Kathleen Wynne admitted that she can’t put a date on the pledge to lower auto insurance rates despite the promise to cut rates in order to get NDP support for their budget. NDP critic Jagmeet Singh it`s meaningless without concrete timelines on when drivers can expect to see savings.
Peel police investigate fatal motorcycle crash in Brampton
May 8th, 2013 | Comments (0)
A male motorcyclist has been killed in an accident in Brampton. Peel police say the victim, who hasn’t been identified, crashed in the Queen Street and Airport Road area just around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday. An investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing but according to Constable George Tudos says it looks like the rider just lost control. Motorists are being asked to avoid the area if at all possible.
Eight people in hospital after multi-vehicle crash shuts down Highway 404 near Stouffville Road
May 7th, 2013 | Comments (0)
Provincial police say eight people have been sent to hospital after a serious multi-vehicle crash on southbound Highway 404. According to the OPP, the collision took place in the southbound lanes around 8:15 a.m. Tuesday between Stouffville and Bloomington Roads. Sergeant Dave Woodford says some of those people are in critical condition and some are in life-threatening condition but he did not have details. He says the pile up involved passenger vehicles but not heavy trucks and was caused when a northbound vehicle crossed into the southbound lanes. Both north and southbound lanes have reopened.