The Auroran

Charities could get involved in helping residents “reuse” rather than toss out

Aurora residents could soon see new incentives for curbing their household waste. Through York Region’s new Integrated Waste Master Plan, Aurora could join its Northern Six counterparts in a series of programs designed to curb and be more conscious of their trash and recycling.

Headliner bands, event growth could spark evening charge at 2014 Ribfest

Thousands of people empty their wallets every September at Aurora’s Ribfest, but 2014’s party could cost hungry revellers just a little bit more to get in.

Town set to move forward with public LED lights

Aurora’s new LED lights for streets and public parking lots haven’t even been given the official green light yet, but some already want to see a return on their potential investment.

Haden awarded Medal of Bravery by Governor General

As he approached Rideau Hall on Thursday afternoon, a feeling both “surreal” and “overwhelming” engulfed Aurora’s James Haden. The trip to Ottawa was not business, and not entirely pleasure, but one in which Governor General David Johnston would...

An Aurora tribute to the “Lion of Africa”

It had been a day she dreaded and prepared for over much of this year, but when the moment finally came on Thursday evening, the news of Nelson Mandela’s death was no less shocking to Aurora’s Mae Khamissa.

Buck trial resumes Thursday amid uncertainty

A judge is weighing his options this week on how Councillor Evelyn Buck’s lawsuit against former mayor Phyllis Morris, two sitting Councillors, and three former members of Council will proceed.

Gallo maintains position as final defence witness

The final full week of the trial featured evidence from many of the defendants in the trial...

“Brother’s” legacy lived on in parade

We lost our brother just before the Santa Claus Parade. The Knights of Columbus (K of C) is a fraternal brotherhood. Councils are typically linked ...