A great roof looks right, keeps water out, and lasts. Clay tile does this with quiet strength, and Ludowici has built a system that supports that promise. When people say “tile roof,” they often picture the surface only. The truth sits in the full assembly. Tile, underlayment, fastening, flashings, vents,
If you have lived in Toronto for more than a few years, you have probably noticed it. More rats in the alley behind your street. A neighbour trading war stories about their garage. A scurry across the sidewalk at dusk that makes you jump. It isn't your imagination. The pattern
I (almost) never log in to Threads. I certainly never post there. I just don't enjoy the experience and far prefer Blue Sky. When I post to Instagram, however, it automatically puts the post on Threads. Yesterday, I posted about the passing of Bill Atanasoff. Apparently Threads removed this post.
Vincent Pastore was the actor best known for his portrayal of Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on The Sopranos.
Old computer games rarely asked for an account, a season pass or an evening of preparation. You opened them, understood the goal and started playing. That directness is one reason so many people still remember them with unusual clarity. The appeal survives in modern forms. A browser visit to PlaySolitaire
Have you ever watched an entire office fall silent because one server quit on a Monday morning? That silence drains money fast and a solid IT support provider exists to stop it happening. Technology sits underneath nearly every task a company runs, from sending invoices to guarding customer records. When
Link Image - CC0 License Your home is your happy place, right? There are so many different things that you can do at your home to ensure that it feels like yours, and to make sure that you are actually happy there. One of the things that you should be
For the past few months, I've been producing a weekly WPBL podcast hosted by Ashton Lansdell. As you can imagine, Ashton and I have become pretty close. This afternoon, in Springfield, Illinois, Ashton and her LA Queens will play the New York Heights in the inaugural WPBL game. I've been
Bill Atanasoff was a former City-TV cameraman who was struck by a driver on November 9, 2010, while on assignment. Bill suffered severe head trauma, a broken neck, broken pelvis and two broken legs, but his story was not a sad one, but an inspiring one. Peter Gross called me
From a distance, table tennis looks simple: two paddles, a light ball and a modest table. Watch high-level play carefully and the scale changes. The real drama lies in how little time exists between recognising spin, moving the feet, choosing a stroke and preparing for the next ball. The sport
A car can be mechanically sound and relatively new yet still look much older than it really is. Often, the problem isn't the colour of the vehicle or even how frequently it's washed. It's the condition of the clear coat. Over time, tiny scratches, environmental contamination, oxidation and improper washing
Arlene Smith was a founding member of the Chantels, singing their 1957 hit Maybe, which defined the girl group sound.
Jane Brown was first heard on Toronto radio in the mid-80s, and she's on the air as I type. This and more was discussed during her Toronto Mike'd debut yesterday, and I wondered aloud if she's now the Toronto radio host with the earliest Toronto radio debut. Lee "Beef" Eckley,
Welcome to this week's Open Mike. I'm Mike and I'll be your master of ceremonies for the day. Feel free to use this space to vent, rant, share a story and/or ask a question of the FOTM hivemind.
In this 1941st episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Zoomer morning show host Jane Brown about her career in radio at Newstalk 1010, 680 News, CHFI, CISS FM, Q107, and the CKO Radio Network. This episode is exactly 1:24:34. You can listen to this episode in a
Image Credit: Unsplash A fantastic backyard or patio is one of the best perks of having a home. But let's be honest, we often only use it on the sunniest summer days. The truth is, your outdoor area can bring you joy for so much more of the year! It's
Ordering a latte used to mean standing in line while a barista timed every tamp and steam burst by hand. Today, the same drink can appear in your cup at the touch of a single icon, prepared inside an automatic coffee machine that hums with sensors, algorithms, and microscopic precision
In this 1940th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Todd Bueler returns to kick out more jams from his 1970s adventures in Swansea. This episode is exactly 1:22:53. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on Podcast
Kavinsky was a French musician, DJ, producer who is best known for Nightcall, a stellar jam from the Drive soundtrack.
Scott Hylands was a prolific Canadian actor who portrayed Detective Kevin "O.B." O'Brien on Night Heat.
It's still July, but stores are already promoting their "back to school savings". Who amongst us can resist a "back to school sale"? Other than the CNE opening, does anything trigger back to school anxiety more than back to school ads and commercials? Here are some vintage BiWay back to
Glen Hansard was the Irish musician who won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for Falling Slowly, which he wrote for the film Once.
I'm so sick of Rogers. Earlier today I read yet another Rogers press release, this one about Wednesday night NHL games. Prime Video and Rogers Communications today announced a 12-year agreement for Prime Video in Canada to exclusively broadcast Wednesday night regular-season national NHL games in English and French, beginning
On this 1939th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with folk-roots singer-songwriter Matthew Holtby about his 25 years in radio and making a real go of his music career. This episode is exactly 1:15:12. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple
Starting physical therapy can feel like a big step, especially for someone recovering from an injury, managing ongoing discomfort, or trying to improve mobility. Understanding what to expect can make the process feel more straightforward. Physical therapy focuses on movement, strength, flexibility, balance, and function, with treatment tailored to each