July 2016 Archive
BROCK’S BANTER: They’re not the “walking dead”
By Brock Weir After false reports sprang up detailing his demise around the turn of the last century, American novelist Mark Twain memorably quipped “reports ...
POLITICS AS USUAL: Accessibility?
By Alison Collins-Mrakas Most of us don’t think about it on a daily basis as we are now accustomed to it, but it wasn’t long ...
VIEW FROM QUEEN’S PARK: Affordable Housing, Funding, Electric Cars and more
By Chris Ballard, MPP Newmarket-Aurora York Region Housing Funding This past week, I was honoured to announce that York Region will be receiving an additional ...
IN GOOD COMPANY: An exciting events line-up this summer!
By Mayor Geoff Dawe Summer is a time to relax, have fun and enjoy quality time with family and friends. Thank you to the residents ...
Bring your pet in while you shop at new Canadian Tire
If you’re on Aurora’s east side to do a bit of shopping for your back yard or picking up a few things for that weekend away at the cottage, why not let your pooch enjoy some retail therapy as well at Canadian Tire?
Mayor concerned Mavrinac Park development is “too territorial”
A nearly $1.1 million plan to transform a vacant six acre parcel of land on Mavrinac Boulevard into a neighbourhood park was approved by Council last week, amid worries voiced by Mayor Dawe its development had become a “territorial” issue.
Downtown townhouse development lacks affordable, accessible options: resident
A development of 126 stacked townhouses on Yonge Street just north of the Wellington Street intersection was formally approved by Council last week, following concerns from a local realtor that there were not enough accessible and affordable options to meet the demands of the community.
Doors Open Aurora 2016: Cultural Precinct Walking Tour
The Town of Aurora’s Cultural Precinct is an attractive, vibrant, people-focused district strongly connected to the Town Centre and other key community destinations.
Williams student’s summer company aims to make local businesses accessible for all
Ben Williamson has been becoming increasingly frustrated over the lack of accessibility within the Province of Ontario but, thanks to a grant from the Province, he has set out to do something about it.
Girls’ Lacrosse Exchange creates lifelong memories
By Kim Sillcox In the volatile world we live in today, it is more important than ever to create opportunities for young people to meet ...
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