The Kent Countdown

The Kent store west is set to open in about a week. I took this pic the other day before the countdown had begun.  As of today it's at 6 days, I think.

There goes the neighbourhood

As seen on the westside ... someone needs to tell Sam.

Simms Corner - were we ahead of the game all along?

Might this work for Simms Corner?

No traffic lights. No traffic signs. No painted lines in the roadway. No curbs. And 26,000 vehicles passing every day through a traditional village center with busy pedestrian traffic.  It’s called "shared space."

Free buses, really?

I was interested to read about free public transportation;  I wasn't aware it existed. An article in the Atlantic  says it is popular in Europe.  Love to see that concept here.

Traffic Tie ups on Reversing Falls Bridge

Get ready for more headaches, road / water work happening on the bridge.

Motorists are advised that beginning March 11, and continuing over the next several weeks, the Reversing Falls Bridge will be reduced to one lane of traffic.  During this time, there will also be no vehicle access to Douglas Avenue from Bridge Road or Chesley Drive.  Temporary traffic signals will be installed at both ends of the bridge to direct traffic. 

The Undawning of the Age of Aquarius

News today that longtime westside business the "AQ" is closing.  It's been a long time since I went to the Aquarius but I recall it was a booming business for many years. Another hole in the Golden Mile - no doubt to make room for a big box store.

Coles bookstore closing

Kind of bummed to hear that Coles bookstore in Lancaster mall is closing in a few weeks. Not hard to see though, with big competitors always selling at discount.   It's too bad for Westsiders.

Construction on Kent Store West

The Westside Kent store will be open in no time - construction is really moving along quickly.

Low light / dirty lens

Fish House gone.

What does Santa eat for breakfast?

I guess the best way to find out is to drop by the Bear's Den on Lancaster Ave. Apparently Santa will be there tomorrow.

Where does he get the time?