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“Horrendous and growing” waitlists face adults with intellectual challenges

May 10, 2017   ·   0 Comments

Since its inception, Community Living has envisioned a society where people who have intellectual disabilities have equal rights, respect, acceptance, a sense of self-worth and ultimately belong – and it is a vision that is being celebrated this month in Ontario.

Aurora Community Band to debut original song for Canada 150

O Canada and The Maple Leaf Forever are just two patriotic songs that have reached “anthem” status – officially and unofficially – in our collective consciousness since Confederation a century-and-a-half ago. But, will a specially commissioned song by the Aurora Community Band to mark Canada’s 150th Anniversary this year have the potential to reach those heights? Well, there is no better way to tell...

Emerald Ash Borer treatment could see u-turn in Aurora

Should Aurora treat the ash trees lining streets with a more expensive, less controversial chemical to fight the deadly Emerald Ash Borer, or spend a bit more money and replace trees impacted by the bug sooner rather than later? That is...

Southlake receives 2.2 per cent boost from Province

Southlake Regional Health Centre will have more resources available to them this year to address patient care – with a $5.75 million boost from the Ontario government.

Demolition of homes in church development “could set precedent”

The proposed demolition of five Victorian homes in the downtown core to make way for the new Aurora United Church and associated retirement residence calls into question the value Aurora places on heritage, contend area residents.

Aurora United Church should “be a good neighbour” in rebuild, say ratepayers

A church is intended to serve the community, but Aurora Village Ratepayers say Aurora United Church’s rebuild plan is falling short of serving the needs of the community as a whole.

Being “different” pays off at 55th Aurora Art Show

Despite an artistic life devoted to capturing the wonders of nature through his camera lens, now and then Aurora photographer Ralph Brunner decides to let loose.

Parking lot, Cultural Centre addition proposed for Library Square

Options up for talks on May 16

Activist will fight to keep sign promoting mental health

Speaking up on the issue of mental health is a topic many shy away from. Certain stigmas surround the...

Growing homelessness issue sparks renewed calls for affordable housing, rentals

Brenda Orton has called Aurora home for the past 40 years and, during that time, she has seen...

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