May 2019 Archive

Funding shortfalls for road projects raise Council eyebrows

A further report investigating the funding for road rehabilitation projects on Yonge Street, Edward Street, Golf Links Drive and Dunning Avenue has been requested by Council after local lawmakers raised questions on how the project had been budgeted.

SPEAKEASY

By Jane Taylor & Reccia Mandelcorn Our Speakeasy broadcast opened to the contemplative sounds of Eric Satie – perfect for getting us in the mood ...

SENIOR SCAPE

By Christina Doyle “My mom moved into a new condo, and I went to visit for a couple of days. Searching for a coffee cup ...

Faced with funding shortage, senior driving service seeks support

Faced with a future funding shortage, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing safe and affordable transportation for seniors in York Region is looking for support.

Ex-Tiger Delmas named captain of Niagara Purple Eagles

The latest former Tiger to lace up for the Purple Eagles will be leading his flock of NHL hopefuls onto the ice next season.

SAC grad tackles his way to CFL’s Stampeders

Linebacker Fraser Sopik traded his red for purple in the 2015 season, and has come full circle back to red in 2019.

Jim Tree celebrated for 40 years’ service to Aurora

He’s been through 14 elections, seen seven different mayors, 43 Council members, 10 CAOs and six directors, but Jim Tree is still going strong at the Town of Aurora.

Late Canucks beat reporter had roots in Aurora

A familiar face among the Vancouver Canucks community, beat writer Jason Botchford passed away suddenly of heart failure last weekend, leaving the hockey world in mourning.

BROCK’S BANTER: Beyond the frontlines

By Brock Weir There are some weeks when the stress simply gets the better of me. I have to admit, now and then I can ...

TIME TRAVELLER’S DIARY

By Erika BairdAurora Historical Society Wilfred Ferrier Petermann was born on May 8, 1888, to Jacob and Margaret M. Ferrier Petermann of Aurora. He was ...

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