April 2014 Archive
L.A. Fitness plans take one step forward as new zoning is approved for development
Plans to transform the former site of the Reebok warehouse into an L.A. Fitness and plaza complex cleared a significant hurdle at Council last week. Councillors approved zoning amendments to transform the land from industrial lands, to a commercial zone, effectively giving the...
Aurora United’s landmark towers, narthex reduced to rubble following fire
They have been a landmark in Aurora for nearly 140 years but, on Tuesday, demolition crews began the painstaking task of reducing the two towers of the Aurora United Church (AUC) to rubble.
Museum recommendations leave Historical Society “disappointed”
Councillors this week are due to consider a recommendation awarding museum services, and the stewardship of the Aurora Collection to the Markham-based Cultural Asset Management Group (CAM).
Business Women’s Network launched in York Region
A group of local business women came together to learn, share and collaborate as the Business Women’s Network of York Region (BWNYR) held it’s official launch gala. The networking event, which included...
Outgoing Regional Chair honoured by Community Living Newmarket-Aurora
After more than 20 years of working in the public sector, York Region Chairman and CEO Bill Fisch was honoured by Community Living Newmarket-Aurora as the recipient of the 2014 Community Service Award.
Clear garbage bag program delayed, 2015 now target launch date
Clear garbage bags cleared another Council hurdle last week in coming to a curbside near you – but “when?” now remains the big question.
Heritage District would guide change not restrict it, say supporters
A Heritage Conservation District would protect the integrity of a neighbourhood, while also giving its residents a chance to write the book on their shared values, according to proponents of the plan.
Further restrictions are not wanted, argue opposition to Heritage District
Nearly 200 people filled Aurora’s Council Chambers on Wednesday night to speak out on the planned Heritage Conservation District in Southeast Old Aurora. Although many people did not get up to the podium to voice their support or concerns, of...
St. Max street sale Saturday will put old objects to new community use
If you’ve uncovered unwanted items collecting dust in your garages or basements during spring cleaning, dust them off and put them to good use this weekend.
Southlake Run raises $127,000…and counting
Over 1,700 runners and walkers descended on the Aurora Community Centre on Sunday morning for the annual Nature’s Emporium Run/Walk for Southlake. A cool morning with a lot of sun got everybody up on their feet and onto the streets and, to date, $127k in pledges have rolled in.
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