Be a Hero head-shaving fundraiser returns to benefit Southlake

When Charlotte Wilson was just eight months old, she spent her next eight months in hospital being treated for a rare type of juvenile leukemia. As she neared the end of her treatment at Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children, her ...

“Celebration of freedom and democracy” – Aurora, King, Stouffville unveil Korean War monument

The words were penned more than 70 years ago, but were as evocative as ever for Terri O’Connor. A member of the Richmond Hill branch ...

Nembhard brothers Andrew and Ryan make NBA and NCAA hardcourt history

It doesn’t get much better than the on-court events of last week for Aurora resident and Vice President of Ontario Basketball Claude Nembhard. His Aurora-raised ...

Suspect charged and another sought after Aurora carjacking

Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit have charged a suspect and are seeking at least one more, along with witnesses and video evidence, ...

Aurora Hosts IIHF Pre-Tournament Sweden-Switzerland Game on April 2 at the ACC

Mark Dubeau, President of the Central York Girls Hockey Association, could not contain his enthusiasm when the Town of Aurora announced that Team Sweden will ...

Hop on over to say “Hello” to Spring at Seniors Centre on April 8

Spring might already be here, but if you want to kick off the season – and Easter – in style, hop on over to the ...

Traditional Anishinaabe Grandmother hails “incredible moment” of rink board unveiling

As she prepared to speak from the ice of the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex’s west arena last Tuesday afternoon, Traditional Anishinaabe Grandmother Kim Wheatley was ...

Mayor floats potential of new Town Hall in Downtown Core

The Yonge and Wellington area was home to Aurora’s seat of government from the Town’s earliest days until the present Town Hall was opened on ...

Shine a light on your local heroes as deadline for Community Recognition Awards approaches

Your everyday heroes don’t wear capes, but when they spring into action, they’re not seeking glory, they’re just happy to help. But, a little bit ...

From one artist to another – King touched by local artist’s poem, tribute

During his time as Prince of Wales, King Charles III, like so many of us, found a creative outlet through art. Using watercolour as his ...

Pflag expands Coffee Night options for 2SLGBTQIA+ community

The global pandemic prompted many groups to re-think how they delivered their services to the community. Many found the path forward through digital platforms, but ...

Hikers request parking on Benville Crescent for trail access

Residents are encouraging the Town to reconsider a parking bylaw amendment for Benville Crescent to ensure accessible parking is available at the southern trailhead access ...

Three Country Day School debaters to compete on the World stage

This year marks the 16th year in a row that The Country Day School has had students qualify to compete in the prestigious World Individual ...

Be a Hero head-shaving fundraiser returns to benefit Southlake

When Charlotte Wilson was just eight months old, she spent her next eight months in hospital being treated for a rare type of juvenile leukemia. ...

Student-Athlete of the Week: Mikayla Cranney’s commitment to Central York Panthers, Golden Eagles is exemplary

Mikayla Cranney’s prowess on and off the ice with the Central York Junior Panthers U22 Elite hockey team is matched remarkably by her diligence in ...

Nembhard brothers Andrew and Ryan make NBA and NCAA hardcourt history

It doesn’t get much better than the on-court events of last week for Aurora resident and Vice President of Ontario Basketball Claude Nembhard. His Aurora-raised ...

Central York Junior Panthers get two-point games from Cranney and Degeer in decisive 4-0 win over Toronto

Mikayla Cranney and Cheyenne Degeer generated timely offence for the Central York Junior Panthers in their regular season finale on Sunday afternoon at the Stronach ...

Aurora Tigers eliminated from Buckland Cup playoffs in 5-1 loss to Georgetown Raiders

The hockey gods owed the Aurora Tigers better puck luck on Friday night after three hard-fought playoff losses to divisional rival Georgetown Raiders. The Tigers ...

Aurora Tigers lose two heartbreakers to open OJHL playoff series with Georgetown Raiders

March is playoff hockey season in Ontario and it’s a month with equal amounts of celebration and disappointment. The seventh-place Aurora Tigers put forth a ...

IIHF Women’s World Championship pre-tournament game coming to Aurora

The Town of Aurora is set to host a pre-tournament game to some of the world’s top female hockey teams. The 2023 IIHF Women’s World ...

4-Point Games by Letourneau and Good pace SAC to 8-5 win over Northwood in Lake Placid

The short-handed SAC Saints cobbled together a pair of spirited road efforts to split its final series of the season in Lake Placid on the ...

SAC Sweeps CISAA D1 Weekend Series with Upper Canada College

Jack Pridham’s hat trick spurs Saints to wild 8-6 win at La Brier; Luke Brandon turns away 21 shots to shutout UCC 4-0

Shaolin Martial Arts recognizes its nine Ontario Winter Games medalists By Jim Stewart Mayor Tom Mrakas presented Town of Aurora pins for excellence in athletics ...

Russo rescues Tigers with big breakaway goal to sink the Caledon Admirals

The Aurora Tigers closed their regular season on a winning note with a 4-2 home victory over the Caledon Admirals in OJHL play on Monday ...

Photographer’s exhibition proceeds at Library after “censorship” claims

Art by local photographer Yafang Shi is now on the walls of the Aurora Public Library (APL) as the artist envisioned after a dispute over ...

AHS launches Youth Mentorship Program to give students hands-on experience in museums

It’s often said that you can’t determine where you’re going without knowing where you’ve been – and sometimes knowing where you’ve been is all about ...

Poetry challenges ideas in “Challenging Times” at Library

Words can speak truth to power, and challenge prevailing ideas. They can stand on their own, be spoken to the beat of a good rhythm, ...

MCOYA gives students a chance to express selves through art

Musical reunion will bring international flair to Family Day

Youth artists prepare to showcase talent to community at MCOYR

Youth artists in local high schools are ready to lift the curtain on their talents this Saturday, February 11 with the opening of the Mayor’s ...

Newmarket Voice Festival celebrates milestone anniversary with new opportunities

For 25 years, the Newmarket Voice Festival has provided singers classes and professional feedback to help them on to the next stage of their passions ...

Rock of Ages is GTA homecoming for Aurora’s Coll

As an aspiring performer, Trevor Coll found some of his first opportunities in his hometown of Aurora. Now, having toured North America in We Will ...

Music is centrepiece of Cultural Centre’s “Winter of Content”

It’s a “winter of content” as homegrown Canadian talent shines as part of the Aurora Cultural Centre’s winter performing arts season. A mix of fan ...

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