An occasional Newsletter from Preserved Stories.
Photo by Bettina von Zwehl: Very young children demonstrate a characteristic – and impressive – sense of dignity, and powers of observation
/0 Comments/in Newsletter/by Jaan PillWhen you are selling your house in Long Branch (or anywhere), first do your homework
/0 Comments/in Long Branch, Newsletter, Toronto/by Jaan PillIn the course of research related to house-selling in Long Branch, we have come across a situation where a developer some time back offered slightly over $1-million for a house in Long Branch, with the intention of severing the lot. The house-seller in question, however, had a great real-estate company to work with. A person can […]
Jim Tovey (1949-2018), CVC Board Member and Councillor of Mississauga Ward 1, discusses progress on Lakeview Waterfront Connection project
/0 Comments/in Long Branch, Mississauga, Newsletter, Toronto/by Jaan PillClick here for previous posts about Jim Tovey > Click here for previous posts about Lakeview Waterfront Connection project > Click here for previous posts about Credit Valley Conservation > I am pleased to share the following tweet and YouTube link from Credit Valley Conservation. CreditValleyCA Published on Feb 2, 2018 In loving memory of […]
Conserving Long Branch – February 2018 update from David Godley
/0 Comments/in Long Branch, Newsletter, Toronto/by Jaan PillAttached files from David Godley: 2233rdmyths coa2018 jimtovey lbcgcouncil Please note: I will no longer be uploading David’s updates, once I have moved from Long Branch, which will be later in the current year. (I will, however, be working on books and videos related to my family’s years in Long Branch.) If you wish to […]
On Wednesday, January 31, 2018, Toronto Council unanimously adopted the Long Branch Neighbourhood Character Guidelines with amendment by Councillor Grimes
/0 Comments/in Language usage, Long Branch, Newsletter, Toronto/by Jaan PillThe following message is from the Long Branch Neighbourhood Association: Another step towards thoughtful planning in Long Branch! On Wednesday, January 31, 2018, our City Council adopted the Long Branch Neighbourhood Character Guidelines with the following amendment by Councillor Grimes. “That the guidelines be used by home builders, the community, City staff, committees and appeal […]
Traffic light to replace crosswalk on Brown’s Line in south Etobicoke – Etobicoke Guardian, Feb. 1, 2017
/0 Comments/in Newsletter, Toronto/by Jaan PillA Feb. 1, 2017 Etobicoke Guardian article is entitled: “Traffic light to replace crosswalk on Brown’s Line in south Etobicoke: Councillors, residents’ association president hope move slows traffic.”
MPP Peter Milczyn January 27, 2018 e-News Update
/0 Comments/in Long Branch, Newsletter, Toronto/by Jaan PillTo view the message in your browser Click here The message from MPP Peter Milczyn’s Office opens with the following text: Dear Neighbour, February is shaping up to be a very busy month. On February 14th, I will be hosting a Complimentary Seniors’ Valentine’s Day Tea at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 643. The Guest Speaker […]
Even one cigarette a day greatly raises cardiovascular risk – Guardian & BMJ, Jan. 24, 2018
/0 Comments/in Newsletter/by Jaan PillA Jan. 24, 2018 Guardian article is entitled: “Even one cigarette a day greatly raises cardiovascular risk, experts warn: Impact of one daily cigarette on risk of heart disease and stroke greater than previously thought.” A Jan. 24, 2018 BMJ editorial is entitled: “Just one cigarette a day seriously elevates cardiovascular risk.” Passive smoking An […]
Conserving Long Branch, January 2018 – Message from esteemed citizen-activist, David Godley
/0 Comments/in Long Branch, Newsletter, Toronto/by Jaan PillDavid Godley sent out the following message on Jan. 2, 2018. I am slow in posting it. I have not formatted the message. I trust you will, nonetheless, find the content of interest. Message from David Godley Happy 1439,2018,5778… 1) Long Branch Urban Design Guidelines The Long Branch Character Guidelines clarify the intent of Official […]