April 2014 Archive
“Fear mongering” comment over HCD is “patronizing”: Councillor
(Re: Historian hopes “reason will prevail” in Heritage District debate, April 24) Mr. McIntyre is the self-appointed guru of all things historical in the Town ...
Negative letters? Election is nigh!
(Re: Mayoral candidate’s Facebook promo was “arrogant”) You can always tell when an election in Aurora has been called. The negative letters from Matt Maddocks ...
Mother-daughter duo tackle “A Little Princess” in time for Mother’s Day
The story of Sara Crewe being separated from and searching for her father, has enthralled generations of readers since it was first published in 1905. Movies have been made, plays have been written, but next week Aurora’s Wavestage Theatrical Productions is putting a fresh spin on the musical it inspired.
Meet Your Iron Chefs: Orchid Thai’s Thay Siharath vies to keep his crown
Chefs across Aurora are waiting with baited breath this week to learn just what they will have to work with in the second annual Iron Chef Aurora. Creative juices are flowing in many of Aurora’s favourite restaurants as five chefs prepare to do battle at the Aurora Community Centre on Thursday, May 29, as the hockey arena is transformed into Kitchen Stadium, the arena of Aurora’s culinary supremacy.
Folk roots go deep for Quebec’s Le Vent du Nord
Nicolas Boulerice considers himself part of a new wave. “We’re not young anymore, but we’re still a little bit young,” says the Quebec singer, but nevertheless they are part of a new wave of younger generations picking up the ancient musical traditions of the various cultures converging on La Belle Provence.
Hard work and determination pay off for SAC’s Foegele
Over the past year, St. Andrews College student and hockey player, Warren Foegele, has created some buzz with his play on the ice. Last week, his hard work and determination paid off when he signed a National Letter of intent to join the University of New Hampshire Wildcats to play NCAA Division 1 hockey.
Aurora athlete Rio Speller-Drews signs to US college
Another one of Aurora’s young athletes if off to play sports and study in the US. Rio Speller-Drews, an 18-year-old soccer star, recently committed to the College of Charleston on a soccer scholarship just in time for the upcoming season.
VOTE 2014: Dawe officially launches re-election bid, posing question to Aurorans
Aurora is at a “significant crossroads” in its history right now. That is the word from Geoffrey Dawe as he officially launched his mayoral re-election campaign on Monday evening.
Commitment is key for Duke of Edinburgh Award winner
For over a year, 18-year-old Maggie Riehle dedicated her time, effort and skills into the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and has finally accomplished the silver level of achievement.
Water meter inaccuracies result in a $1.2m hit, targeted in 9-year replacement plan
Poor readings from local water meters have resulted in a $1.2 million financial impact in Aurora, according to a Council report. Aurora residents can expect a continued effort to replace 1,000 existing water meters per year...
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