January 2015 Archive

Remembering the past, making way for the future at Villanova

“Coming together is the beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.” -- Henry Ford

The Auroran’s Carrier of the Month for January: Mason Barone

13-year-old Mason Barone has been named The Auroran’s Carrier of the Month for January.

Heart attack survivor honours heroes, highlights value of training

Aurora’s Brian Johnson promised himself he wouldn’t get emotional, but when you’re honouring four people who helped save your life, sometimes it is important to let it all out.

TA’s Kimberly Akimbo provides “gritty” opportunity for actress

Actresses of a certain age begin to recognize there are only going to be certain types of roles that are going to come your way, says community theatre veteran Joanna Megraw.

Study of proposal to widen Industrial Parkway to four lanes gets Council green light

The future of Industrial Parkway will be given further consideration in February after Council voted to investigate widening the busy street to four lanes.

Review of proposed Yonge Street parking overhaul gets Council nod

A proposal to reduce Yonge Street traffic to a single lane each way along portions of Aurora’s Downtown Core leaving the rest for on-street parking was taken to the next level by Council last week.

Sounds of Welsh Choir to fill the halls of Trinity this Saturday

The sounds of Wales will fill the halls of Trinity Anglican Church this Sunday as the Toronto Male Welsh Choir bring their voices to Aurora to benefit the Welcome Table.

BMO employee lives life by the Golden Rule – and customers show their appreciation

“Dear Miss Marie,” wrote one eight year old customer, to BMO’s Marie De Souza. “You are a really nice person and you are very special to me… thank you for being so nice to me in letting me use the bathroom.” This customer is much...

“Healthy minds and open hearts” at Dr. G.W. Williams earns award from Premier

Mary Tyler Moore might be able to turn the world on with her smile, but students at Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary School are hoping a simple little “hello” will do the trick throughout their hallowed halls this year.

Respite fund started for parents with disabled kids

Caregivers often go about the community unsung for their work, with few supports out there to help them along the way – but the Rotary Club of Aurora is looking to change that.

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