The City Centre Mirror

During their search, which took place Monday, Aug. 25, 51 Division's street crime unit seized a loaded Browning 9-mm semi-automatic handgun, a quantity of crack cocaine, a drug scale and a quantity of cash.

Nixon Nirmalendran is wanted for storing and displaying a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized, possession of a restricted firearm with ammunition, possession of a firearm obtained by the commission of an offence, possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possession of the proceeds of crime and failing to comply with recognizance.

Police say he is considered armed and dangerous.

Nirmalendran is described as brown, five-feet-seven-inches tall, 140 lbs. with short brown hair.

Anyone with information should call 416-808-5100 or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or www.222tips.com

The trendy neighbourhood is open for buisness on Sept. 1. Local establishments welcoming customers include: the Candle Emporium; La Casa del Habano; Constrasta Belts and Designs; Designs by Naomi; Gabbana Boutique; The Guild Shop; Finn Boutique; Nanni Belts and Designs; Science City; and Swimsuit Essentials.

"Not everyone will be going away for the long weekend," said Briar de Lange, general manager of the Bloor-Yorkville BIA in a release. "For those who are in Toronto, Bloor-Yorkville proudly offers a variety of sophisticated shopping, dining and cultural opportunities suited for a unique Labour Day weekend."

Visit www.bloor-yorkville.com for details.

The following routes are running bike-rack-equipped buses:

35 Jane; 36 Finch West; 41 Keele; 46 Martin Grove; 60 Steeles West; 79 Scarlett Rd; 84 Sheppard West; 99 Arrow Rd; 101 Parc Downsview Park; 106 York University; 108 Downsview; 120 Calvington; 130 Middlefield; 131 Nugget; 132 Milner; 191 Hwy. 27 Rocket; 308 Finch East; 309 Finch West; 313 Jane.

The TTC now has 43 bike-friendly bus routes. The entire bus fleet will be equipped with bicycle racks by 2010.

For details about this service, call 416-393-INFO (4636). Visit http://www3.ttc.ca/Riding_the_TTC/Bicycles.jsp to view the TTC bike rack instructional video. Visit www.ttc.ca for details abou the TTC.

During their investigation, 51 Division's street crime unit executed several search warrants at downtown homes seizing a quantity of marijuana valued at $50,000. They also seized $3000 worth of ecstasy and a firearm.

This investigation led to the identification of some of the city's alleged top marijuana cultivators and distributors.

On Aug. 13, law enforcement officials also executed a series of search warrants at warehouses and homes in Toronto, Georgetown and Brampton.

During their searches, police seized $600,000 worth of marijuana, $16,500 relating to the proceeds of drugs, a firearm, ammunition and a Taser.

Police allege this network involved the dismantling of stolen automobiles within a North York warehouse, which resulted in the seizure of two stolen vehicles and automobile parts.

George Vlachos, 37, of Georgetown and Gary Calisto, 37, of Brampton, are alleged to be the network's main drug suppliers.

Vlachos and Calisto face a total of 14 charges, which are primarily related to the production and possession of drugs.

The names of the seven other arrested individuals are being withheld as the investigation continues.

Anyone with information is asked to call 416-808-5100 or contact Crimes Stoppers anonymously at www.222tips.com or 416-222-TIPS (8477).

The 30th annual Toronto Emergency Services and Salvation Army's Red, White and Blue Knights Toy Ride goes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Queen Street West and Bay Street.

The event kicks off with opening remarks by Toronto police deputy Chief Tony Warr at 10 a.m. at the Summer Stage and is followed by a day of activities including live bands, a fashion show, interactive emergency services displays, awards, draws and door prizes and a special performance by the Toronto Police Winged Wheels Precision Motorcycle Team.

Central to the festivities will be a police escorted motorcycle ride.

Admission is a new, unwrapped toy, which will be donated to The Salvation Army to help the city's underprivileged kids. Donations of money and food will also be accepted and donated to The Salvation Army. Visit www.redwiteandblueknights.com for details.