August 2014 Archive
Future business park plan touted for environmental initiatives
A future 87-acre business park slated for the east side of Leslie Street, just north of Wellington Street, could pave the way for future area developments when it comes to the environment, according to proponents.
VOTE 2014: James Hoyes wants to leave Aurora a better place for future generations
You can’t sell away your future to pay for the present, according to Aurora resident James Hoyes, who is seeking a place at the Council table in this October’s Municipal election.
Nearly 900 community service hours racked up quickly for Aurora’s Alex Auger
As a long-time and enthusiastic volunteer within his school community, and indeed the wider community, Alex Auger had a sense he might be racking up some pretty serious volunteer hours. But even his jaw nearly hit the floor...
Aurora women spread the grandmotherly love around the world
Outliving one’s own children is, for most people in Canada, absolutely unthinkable – but for many in the developing world it is, sadly, a regular reality of life.
Local physiotherapy clinic a leader in athlete concussion management
With the Ontario Minor Hockey Association season set to kick off next month, once again the topic of player safety becomes an issue. Among the discussion is that of body checking, and where it belongs in the minor league system.
Vacant lot owners could face a tax hit to “stimulate” development
Vacant lots dotting the Yonge Street landscape could soon come into focus. Council approved a motion from Councillor John Abel tasking staff to investigate alternatives to how Aurora can tax vacant lots...
Walk to raise awareness for Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders of York Region’s Riverwalk Wellness Centres will be hosting Art in the Park and Remembering Renata “Walk Across Canada” to raise awareness for eating disorders on Sunday, August 24.
“Doors Open” arrives in Aurora Saturday
The ninth annual Doors Open Aurora event takes place on Saturday, August 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year, Doors Open Aurora features 15 sites of natural, architectural and historical significance.
Contributions to Aurora Chamber examined as Home Show details ironed out
Tens of thousands of people from Aurora and beyond descend on Yonge Street each year on the first Sunday in June to take part on the annual Aurora Street Festival.
Aurora youth recognized for outstanding volunteer efforts
The province of Ontario has recognized Brooke Nishio, a 2014 graduate from Aurora High School, for her dedicated years of volunteer service with the community-based organization COPE Service Dogs.
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