Toronto mayor dropped as high school football coach
May 22nd, 2013 | Comments (0)
Mayor Rob Ford has been dropped as volunteer coach of a Toronto high school football team, Wednesday afternoon. The Catholic school board says it has decided to pursue a “different direction” with a new volunteer. Ford has long cited his coaching of the Don Bosco Eagles as an example of his selfless dedication to helping others. However, he is facing allegations he made unfavourable comments about the players the alleged cellphone video that is reported to show him smoking crack cocaine. Meanwhile, Toronto Mayor Rob Ford may be staying tight-lipped after accusations he was caught smoking crack cocaine on a cellphone video, but his borther Doug Ford isn’t. The city councillor says the mayor told him the allegations are not true, and he believes him. He has urged the media to stop bothering his family.
35 year-old Toronto man charged in child porn investigation
May 22nd, 2013 | Comments (0)
A 35 year-old Toronto man has been arrested in connection to a child porn investigation. Officials say on May 13th, officers searched a home in Scarborough. The accused was allegedly taking pictures of young girls on the street and manipulating them to make it appear like the victims were performing sexual acts. Gowthaman Saravanapavan faces multiple charges. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-8500 or Crime Stoppers at 416-222-8477.
Memorial to be held for Tim Bosma at Hamilton banquet facility
May 22nd, 2013 | Comments (0)
A large group is expected to jam Carmen’s Banquet Hall in Hamilton on Wednesday morning to honour Tim Bosma. Bosma was killed after taking two men for a test drive of a pickup truck he was trying to sell online. The investigation into his death is continuing after his remains were found at a farm in the Waterloo Region. So far, only one person has been arrested in connection to the case. 27-year-old Dellen Millard is charged with first-degree murder, forcible confinement and theft of a vehicle. The memorial is set for 11:00 a.m. at the facility on Stonechurch Road East.
Toronto council votes against downtown casino
May 22nd, 2013 | Comments (0)
Toronto city council has rejected a proposed downtown casino. They voted 40-4 against the proposal on Tuesday afternoon, essentially putting an end to the possibility of a downtown location in the near future. Mayor Rob Ford said during the debate that he would not support it after the province said the city’s share would be just 53 million dollars a year… not the 100 million they were hoping for. The mayor had previously been pushing for the casino, saying it would result in 10,000 jobs for the city. Council also voted 24-20 against expanding slots at Woodbine race track.
Three men from the U.K. charged in GTA paving scam
May 21st, 2013 | Comments (0)
Three men from the United Kingdom are facing charges in connection with a paving scam operating in the GTA. Durham police say a Toronto business man reported that the suspects offered to pave his commercial driveway but then came back asking for more money. When the man refused to pay the suspects threaten him and said they would damage his property. OPP were also involved in the investigation and say several churches, and community centres were also targeted. Police are reminding the public to be vigilant with all door-to-door salesmen and say you should always ask for a written quote. Charged are: 24 year-old William Adams, 23 year-old James Nunn and 44 year-old Andrew Hill.
NDP leader Andrea Horwath says her party will ensure the passage of the provincial budget
May 21st, 2013 | Comments (0)
After much consideration, NDP leader Andrea Horwath says she will ensure the passage of the provincial budget. The announcement means Ontarians will be spared an election. Horwath says her party did its best to make sure the people of the province have a more accountable government. Last week, Premier Kathleen Wynne agreed to Horwath’s extra demand for a financial accountability office, modelled on the parliamentary budget office in Ottawa. Horwath says the government has also agreed to bring plans for new tolls on car-pool lanes back to the legislature for a vote.
Toronto city hall will be watching Mayor Rob Ford’s camp for a response to crack cocaine video allegations
May 21st, 2013 | Comments (0)
Some light could be shed on Tuesday about reports of a video allegedly showing Toronto Mayor Rob Ford smoking crack cocaine. The mayor’s brother, Councillor Doug Ford, told a Vancouver radio station over the weekend that he would respond to the reports. The alleged footage made headlines last week after it was reported by the Toronto Star and the U.S.-based website Gawker.com. Ford calls the entire ordeal ridiculous and a smear job, while his lawyer called the reports false and defamatory.
The issue of a new casino in Toronto being debated at special council meeting
May 21st, 2013 | Comments (0)
The debate over whether or not Toronto council supports a casino in the city will get going once again. Councillors will weigh in on the issue Tuesday at a special meeting and are expected to hold a vote. Last week, Mayor Rob Ford threatened to kill plans for a new casino, unless the province agreed to give the city $100 million a year in hosting fees. The government says a new formula would give Toronto nearly $54 million a year, far below expectations.
35-year-old shot dead during long weekend barbecue
May 20th, 2013 | Comments (0)
A barbecue in Toronto turned deadly, and now a 67-year-old man has been charged with murder. Officers say it started with a dispute over a small claims court settlement between two men. And just before 8 p.m. Sunday night, 35-year-old Quincy Ramirez was shot at least twice in the backyard of a west-end apartment. Edwin Parkinson is facing first-degree murder. He is due in court tomorrow morning.
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.
Victoria Day Weekend: What’s Open and Closed
May 18th, 2013 | Comments (0)
With the long weekend upon us, Durham Radio News has put together a list of what’s opened and closed. The LCBO and Beer Stores will remain open on Saturday and Sunday, but will close their doors on Monday. Government offices, libraries, schools, and banks will be also stay shut. Most retailers, grocery stores, and shopping malls, including Pickering Town Cente and the Oshawa Centre will be closed. Keep in mind, there’s no garbage pick-up or mail delivery. People with blue box pick-up will have their collection date moved to Tuesday. But there is some good news for people looking for something to do … shoppers can still go to the Eaton Centre, Vaughan Mills or Square One on Victoria Day. There’s also family-fun attractions open on Monday: the Toronto Zoo, Canada’s Wonderland, and Centerville Amusement Park. GO Transit will be running on a Sunday schedule and Toronto Island Ferry will be operating on their spring/fall schedule. If you want to catch some fireworks, check out Ashbridges Bay Park, Canada’s Wonderland, Dundas Driving Park or Blue Mountain. For more information on events, check out KX96’s Events Page.