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October 5, 2017   ·   0 Comments

Hartman community comes together with united message after hateful graffiti incident.

Community Cafe is coffee with social purpose

Community Cafe will give adults with special needs an employment opportunity, while providing fellowship within the wider area -- but bakers are needed to lend a hand.

Library Square could be razed by November, ahead of Christmas Market

The former homes of the Aurora Public Library and Seniors’ Centre could be razed as early as November, according to municipal staff.

Dancers – and community leaders – lace up for Easter Seals

Since they opened their studios two years ago the dancers behind Artistica Ballroom Dance Studios set out to do something different. Backed by testimonials and international awards, their venture has gone from success to success and 2017 has been a particularly banner year for them including picking up more international awards and recently receiving a nomination as “New Business Venture of the Year” by the Aurora Chamber of Commerce.

Blaze your own trail at Trailblazers music festival

Have you ever just set out to go your own way? Well, in Jared Stafford’s book, you’re a definite trailblazer. Quite simply, they’re “people who do their own thing” and the rafters of the historic Aurora Armoury will be rattling with the sounds of people doing just that with the new Trailblazers Music Festival which will take place this Saturday, September 30 as part of Culture Days.

Community leaders get out of their comfort zones in DWTS

His competitors thought he might have a bit of an edge – after all, his fancy footwork has served him well throughout his professional career. They’ve carried him to international acclaim, representing Canada and England, picking up numerous trophies along the way. But, to his dismay, Jimmy Brennan has recently discovered that there are few transferrable skills from the soccer pitch to dancing glory. Few? “None!” he contends.

Protecting automotive sector backed by Council

A motion from Mayor Geoff Dawe calling on the Federal Government to speak up for the automotive sector in upcoming NAFTA talks received the backing of Council.

Food Pantry faces demand for the basics as Thanksgiving approaches

His first step into the Aurora Food Pantry was an eye-opener for Dan Ferguson. Six years ago, he experienced a change in work, had some free time on his hands and decided to see if any community organization needed the time he could offer.

Filmmaker brings story of resilience to Aurora with Last Harvest

Heading back to the place of her birth, Hui Wang found herself at a crossroads. Back in China for research on an upcoming project, she found herself at a creative crossroads as the project ultimately fell through. However, following her instinct to stick around for just a little while longer, Hui Wang (Jane) found herself at another

Bringing culture to Aurora for almost 60 years: Theatre Aurora on Culture Days 2017

By Linda Stott Director of Marketing, Theatre Aurora Theatre Aurora has been a central figure in the Town of Aurora cultural landscape for almost 60 ...

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