Investigators from the York Regional Police #2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau are seeking suspects and appealing for witnesses after an arsonist was recorded pouring gasoline onto a car and setting it on…
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Scary train fire in busy Ontario city renews concern about Toronto’s rail traffic
Over the weekend in London, Ontario, a Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited train passed through the city engulfed in flames. Residents, accustomed to seeing trains along their routes, were shocked as several…
Plans in the works to rebuild popular Toronto Island café destroyed by fire
The popular Island Café that was destroyed by fire last week on the Toronto Islands has plans to operate again this season. The Island Café, located just south of the Ward’s Island…
Ward’s Island Clubhouse and Island Café destroyed by fire
Constructed in the 1930s, the Big Clubhouse stood as a testament to time, hosting an array of events that have woven into the fabric of Ward’s Island’s rich history. From weddings to…
Another e-bike fire in Toronto reignites concern over lithium-ion batteries
A Reddit post of a charred e-bike sitting on the streets of downtown Toronto has re-sparked concerns about what causes e-bikes to ignite, and the risks associated with e-bike batteries. “I just…
Police investigate hate-motivated fire and graffiti at North York deli
The Toronto Police Service has launched an investigation into a suspected hate-motivated arson and graffiti incident targeting a local business. On Jan. 3, around 6:00 a.m., Toronto Police Service reported that officers…