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Maple Leafs upgrade injured John Tavares to day-to-day
Tavares won't return for Tuesday's game against the Utah Mammoth, so his next chance to suit up will be on Saturday.
TORONTO, ONTARIO / THE LOCAL EDITIONThursday, November 5, 2026
Toronto, ON news & local updates
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Toronto Public Health encourages residents to get vaccinated as winter approaches
News Release November 3, 2026 As respiratory virus season begins, Toronto Public Health (TPH) is encouraging residents to stay up to date on recommended vaccines for influenza (flu), COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Vaccination helps…
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Toronto’s child hunger rates nearly double as city sees 4.1M food bank visits: report
When Volodymyr Kravchuk visits the Daily Bread Food Bank, he’s constantly thinking about his two young sons.
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More than a meal: Seva Kitchen Canada builds community at Allan Gardens
Every Sunday at noon, volunteers with Seva Kitchen Canada arrive at Allan Gardens in downtown Toronto to serve fresh, hot meals.
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Concerns raised over excessive crowding, safety at Toronto Halloween on Church Street event
The Halloween on Church Street event in Toronto sees a large number of people gather downtown, but this year's event raised multiple issues.
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Ride share driver accused of sexually assaulting woman on Halloween night
Toronto police are investigating after a woman was allegedly sexually assaulted by a ride share driver in downtown Toronto on Halloween night.
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Toronto temperatures expected to hit 20 C this week after breaking October record
An unusual period of warm fall weather is sweeping the Greater Toronto Area and that pattern is expected to continue this week.
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Toronto police to open online marketplace buy-and-sell exchange zones at all police stations
While kicking off Crime Prevention Week on Monday, Police Chief Myron Demkiw announced the launching of buy and sell exchange zones across the city.
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Toronto’s top doctor to get vaccinated, highlighting the importance of seasonal vaccination for flu, COVID-19 and RSV
Media Advisory November 2, 2026 As respiratory virus season begins, Toronto Public Health (TPH) is inviting media to witness Dr. Michelle Murti, Toronto’s Medical Officer of Health, receive her seasonal vaccinations at a local pharmacy to highlight…
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It’s time to submit your Vacant Home Tax declaration in Toronto
The City of Toronto's online portal is now open and all residential property owners must file a Vacant Home Tax (VHT) declaration for the 2026 occupancy period.
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‘There’s been no failure’: Demkiw on police releasing man later identified as Bridle Path home invasion suspect
The CEO of a Toronto real estate company and his two adult daughters were shot and beaten with a hammer during the invasion.
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Man facing multiple charges in connection to East York shooting
A 45-year-old man was arrested in connection to an alleged September shooting in East York, according to police.
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SIU investigating after boy, 14, seriously injured following arrest at TTC station
The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) said the incident occurred on Oct. 7 at approximately 3:30 p.m. at TTC Finch West Station.
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City of Toronto opens the 2026 Vacant Home Tax declaration period
News Release November 2, 2026 The City of Toronto’s online portal is now available for residential property owners to submit their 2026 Vacant Home Tax (VHT) declarations. The VHT supports the City’s efforts to increase housing availability by…
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Passionate multi-sport athlete is hoping to reach her goal
Toronto’s Ava Larose loves to compete, taking part in numerous sports but hockey is her main focus at the moment. Ava just joined a new team and was quickly named co-captain with the goal of one day playing in the United States. She is also thriving…
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City of Toronto to celebrate Toronto’s first-ever Tree of the Year
Media Advisory November 2, 2026 Members of the media and the public are invited to attend a special celebration as the City of Toronto plants the Sugar Maple, Toronto’s first-ever Tree of the Year, chosen by children and youth as part of Kids Vote…
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2-alarm overnight fire destroys commercial building in Scarborough
Fire crews were called to the area of Sheppard Avenue and Brimley Road, near Harrisfarm Gate and Fulham Street, at approximately 3:30 a.m.
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Restaurant destroyed in 2-alarm fire in Scarborough
Fire crews were called to the area of Sheppard Avenue and Brimley Road, near Harrisfarm Gate and Fulham Street, at approximately 3:30 a.m.
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Needles, pins found in Halloween candy collected by Toronto child, police investigating
Toronto police confirmed that officers received a call for service Sunday afternoon regarding a report of Halloween candy being tampered with.
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Woman facing impaired driving charge in 3-vehicle crash near High Park
A 40-year-old woman is facing impaired driving charges following a three-vehicle crash in Etobicoke on Sunday.
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Woman killed in North York stabbing
A woman was killed during a stabbing in North York on Saturday, according to Toronto police. Emergency crews were called to the area of Bathurst Street and Finch Avenue West just after 4 p.m. Upon arrival, police located a woman with obvious stab…
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Toronto cyclists protest Ford government’s bike lane removals at Queen’s Park
Dozens of cycling advocates and protesters spent their Halloween decrying Ontario’s contentious decision to continue removing bike lanes across Toronto. The protest comes at the heels of Ontario Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria’s…
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Police identify suspect in violent Bridle Path home invasion
Toronto police have identified one of the three suspects wanted in connection with a violent home invasion in the Bridle Path on Thursday.
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Driver facing impaired driving charges following 3 vehicle crash in Scarborough
One person is facing impaired driving charges following a three-vehicle crash in Scarborough.
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