The Auroran

Joint Ops and youth centres could be built borrowing from Hydro fund

Aurora’s joint operations centre and youth space could be financed by borrowing money from the Town’s Hydro Reserves, following a decision made by Council last week.

Councillors have mixed messages on state of reserves

Councillors have approved a new strategy to tackle Aurora’s reserve accounts – the funds tucked away to make sure enough money is on hand to cover “bumps in the road.”

Griffiths’ century on the high seas, silver screen, and back again

Swathed with scarves around his head and neck, soot strategically placed on his face and arms, and brandishing a sword like a self-described “vagabond”, Allen Griffiths found himself on shipboard amongst the enemy.

“No realistic option” in cell phone tower dispute

As Aurora Council has been told there is "no realistic option" for a judicial review over a controversial cell tower in neighbouring King Township, Bell Canada is gearing up for a round of public consultation on a new tower at Bayview and Wellington on September 2.

Education Director outlines plan for new school year

Digital learning and harnessing students’ passions will be some of the top priorities on the bill as the York Region District School Board gears up...

Parking restrictions on Stone Road could be fine-tuned

Stone Road residents have won a temporary reprieve on a possible partial parking ban on a stretch of their street.

Youth take second crack at new skate park design

Some very enthusiastic young members of the community turned up to voice their opinions, views and ideas for Aurora’s new...

Newmarket welcomed St. Kitts for festival

Newmarket, unlike Aurora, welcomed the Jazz+ Festival with open arms. Despite the soggy start on Friday, the weather for the balance of the weekend was ...

Overpasses are a better option for trails

I would hope any pedestrian crossing would be located to accommodate more than just trail–goers. Shoppers and job workers coming to the area should also ...