May 2018 Archive

Historical society’s three-part World War One exhibition wraps with the end and aftermath

William John Mugford was probably like so many other Aurora men of his generation when he signed up in the name of King & Country to fight for Canada in the First World War: imbued my patriotism more than a little sense for adventure.

Get your hands dirty for Community Garden season

Ivor Roberts is hard at work tending to his tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber and lettuce plants. The 79-year-old Aurora resident loves to garden and sees the value of getting out and getting your hands dirty as well as the pride of producing your own food.

SENIOR SCAPE: The Benefits of Staying Active

By Doug Legallais Researchers have concluded that remaining physically and socially active throughout life, especially as we age, can be extremely advantageous in maintaining both ...

Provincial candidates tackle positions on how to tackle debt

Ontario’s debt has been a hot topic for months leading up to the official start of the 2018 Provincial Election, and Wednesday was no exception as the Aurora Chamber of Commerce hosted an all-candidates forum.

Barbarian women rush to perfect start to OWL season

The Aurora Barbarian first women are picking up right where they left off.

Sports clubs underscore pressing need for fields, diamonds

As Council moves to set a use for the Hallmark lands this week, one thing is clear for Aurora’s sports clubs: they need more elbow room.

The Price is Wrong for auctioning off naming rights to new Aurora parks: Council

Auctioning off the naming rights to new neighbourhood parks and parkettes has been a long-standing way to raise money and awareness for many community groups and organizations over the years, including Southlake Regional Health Centre.

UPDATED: Josie Kearney named 2018 Citizen of the Year

The Grade 12 student at Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary School received Aurora’s highest honour at Monday night’s Community Recognition Awards ceremony held at Town Hall.

Being yourself will be key message of inaugural Drag Queen Storytime

Whether or you want to dye your hair a different colour, wear funky shoes, or just stand out a little bit from the crowd, sometimes you hesitate being who you truly feel you are.

Hydro, debt light up Newmarket-Aurora debate

Prosperity is the name of the game for local business, and it was once again the theme for the second business-focused debates taken on by candidates in the riding of Newmarket-Aurora.

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