The Auroran

Artist invites you to the Library with a different kind of “TED” talk

Quick – how many words can you think of that end in “—ted?” For local artist Ona Kingdon, hopefully the possibilities are endless – and, so far, she has amassed a long list of “ted” words to keep her going.

Love letter to Toronto goes viral for local filmmaker

From the time he was a child, Toronto’s Beaches neighbourhood always had a special place in Chris Hau’s heart. It was where the Aurora native’s mother grew up, the place where his parents met, and reminders of the area loomed large in their home.

“Accelerated” 2C development leads Councillors to question whether Town, Region are ready

Building developments in Aurora’s 2C developments are marching along at a pretty fast clip, but the speed in which the development is progressing is causing some Council members to wonder whether Aurora is ready for it.

Aboriginal artist explores his roots in personal “Path of Life”

Growing up in North Bay was rough for Donald Chretien. As a child with a half-Aboriginal heritage, his mother often told him as a child to keep that aspect of his background under wraps.

“Reborn” museum charts three-year vision and growth plan

Aurora’s Museum and Archives may have only been officially “reborn” little more than a month ago, but the fledgling new cultural institution is already finding its feet with a three-year vision for the future.

Veterans saddle up to raise awareness of comrades

Paul Nichols served with the Canadian Armed Forces, stationed in Croatia during the early 1990s. During that time, he did “pretty well” serving his country. However, when he transitioned out of the military, that’s when his war really started.

Memories bronzed for medallist Harrison

She may not have been on the track for the big moment, but Aurora’s Shaina Harrison was along for the ride and played her own role in the women’s 4x100m relay bronze medal at the Pan Am Games on Saturday.

Policy changes needed to make wildlife park a reality

Long-gestating plans for Aurora’s wildlife park are feasible, but it will take some policy changes from the Town of Aurora and the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority to make it a reality, according to experts.

Blast survivor encouraged by Ombudsman’s findings

The Ministry of National Defence should award “immediate and reasonable” financial compensation to victims involved in a 1974 grenade blast at CFB Valcartier, which left 16 cadets dead, and scores of others injured, says the Ombudsman for the Department.