December 2018 Archive

Police’s new naming and shaming is “ugly, lifealtering practice,” says reader

After reading your editorial and hearing about this issue in other news this past week, I welcome the chance to respond. While I am not ...

On the other hand…

I would just like to pass on my thoughts regarding the Police publishing the names of those convicted of DUI. I’m in favour. If there ...

Lions Club Christmas Campaign gets big boost from Canadian Tire

The Christmas Season is here and that means the Aurora Lions Club is hard at work collecting toys, food, and donations to help make the season bright for local families in need.

Ground officially broken on Holiday Inn Express & Suites

They may have wanted to seek shelter inside after huddling under a tent in the grey, fall chill on Wednesday afternoon, but Aurora’s newest hotel won’t be ready to welcome guests until early 2020.

Jury delivers mixed verdict in Pullano – Hinder trial

A “punch” did take place, but it didn’t cause the injury former council candidate Anthony Pullano alleged in his civil assault lawsuit against Magna’s Steve Hinder, a jury ruled last week - but no injury resulted from the incident. Conversely, the jury awarded Mr. Hinder $50,000 in his defamation counterclaim against Mr. Pullano.

Packed house welcomes surviving Broncos to Hometown Hockey

Sometimes, hockey is more than just a game. That was the sentiment shared by Ryan Straschnitzki, one of a handful of former Humboldt Broncos players to make the trip to Aurora for last weekend’s Hometown Hockey event, before the Aurora Tigers game Saturday night hosting the Newmarket Hurricanes.

Wayne Emmerson re-appointed Regional Chair

Re-appointed Chair said he feels the Province will make changes to both the Region and local communities, and he called for a place at the table in those discussions.

AHS student continues support for Kerry’s Place with holiday gift cards – and so can you

Gift cards are always a safe bet for those on your shopping list this time of year; but local student Amanda Bishop is spicing up the occasionally bland gift of plastic by coupling it with an opportunity to give back. Amanda, a Grade 11 student at Aurora High School, is...

BROCK’S BANTER: Remembering John Abel

By Brock Weir It wasn’t that long ago when he just stopped what he was doing, looked down, widening his eyes just a little bit, ...

INSIDE AURORA: ‘Twas Two Weeks Until Christmas 2018

By Scott Johnston ‘Twas two weeks until Christmas, and far north of here Santa’s workshop prepped for the big night of cheer. The old elf ...

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