November 2014 Archive

Another thing was McWrong, says McRoberts

In a recent letter to the editor, the statement that “McRoberts is just McWrong” put a smile on my face. So did the fact that ...

Dust off your dancing shoes for the annual Hillary House Ball

Just about everyone can tap their toes along with the beat, but depending on who you’re dealing with it can take almost a herculean effort to get others up and onto the dance floor.

Pickering College students set to tackle complex global issues through Global Leadership Program

The Global Leadership Program is in full force at Pickering College and has been integrated into the independent school’s everyday curriculum.

Tigers winning streak snapped at eleven

After a slow start to the 2013-2014 season, the Junior A Aurora Tigers were heading into last Wednesday’s matchup against the North York Rangers riding an eleven-game winning streak.

Recognition coming from all directions as Steenhorst joins Aurora Sport Hall of Fame

Ben Steenhorst’s soccer career began in 1958, joining the provincial team for seven years. Playing on the team as one of the older and more experienced players, Steenhorst was offered the opportunity to transition into a coaching role.

Aurora Tigers well represented on OJHL all-star squads

With the recent onslaught of wins for the Aurora Tigers Junior A team, it comes as no surprise that a league-high nine players have been named to play in this month’s Central Canada Cup All-Star Challenge.

Meet the Tigers: Cameron Morrison, Left Wing

By Jake Courtepatte D.O.B.? Hometown? August 27, 1998. Aurora. Where did you play hockey before signing in Aurora? I played York-Simcoe AAA Minor Midget. What ...

Local youth bring coffee house back for second year, continuing efforts for Ukrainian schools

A lot can happen over the course of a year. 12 months after local students Anna Sofia Lesiv of Nobleton and Sally Falk of Aurora pooled their resources – and their talents – to put together a coffee house evening of music and art to raise money for schools in Ukraine, the country itself...

Central York Fire Services pay tribute to fallen at annual awards ceremony

It is often a time for celebration, but the 2014 Recognition Awards hosted by the Central York Fire Services (CYFS) last month took on a sombre tone as firefighters and...

Newly-elected councillor Jeff Thom wants to lend a voice to Oak Ridges Moraine

For a first-time candidate, watching the results roll in was a “tense” experience for political newcomer Jeff Thom – but it was ultimately worthwhile.

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