With the St. Pat’s-Alexandra controversy bringing new attention to the neighbourhood, now’s a good time to shine the Shoptalk spotlight on the Gottingen Street retail district. I’m happy to report that things are looking good. Merchants are still disappointed about the UARB decision to not allow Reflections to transfer its late-night cabaret licence to the […]
Palooka’s
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Palooka’s to close
Shoptalk has learned that Palooka’s Gym (2110 Gottingen Street, 492-4269) will be closing on September 30 and that the owners plan to sell the space.
Posted inLifestyle
Knocked out
Boxing’s on the defensive. The art of pugilism is taking a beating at the hands of mixed martial arts. Ultimate fighting has marketing clout, heavy-hitting hype. Another potential blow to the sweet science comes from the very games being played here. The 2011 Canada Games mark the 40th anniversary—and final appearance, for the foreseeable future—of […]
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Best Fitness Instructor
Devin Sherrington of 360 Fitness follows up his 2009 win with another notch in his workout belt, and he’s won in the past, too. He stays in the hearts and minds of Coast readers by making those hearts stronger and minds sharper. He and his fitness operations offer personal training, group and corporate training, fitness […]