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Clarity needed on what constitutes a “dangerous dog”

April 19, 2017   ·   0 Comments

Aurora is looking to set down clear definitions on just what constitutes a “dangerous dog.” Council approved a notice of motion from Mayor Geoff Dawe last week calling on Aurora to ...

Aurora reaffirms stance on diversity and inclusion

trength is in our diversity, according to Aurora Council. Local lawmakers reaffirmed the Town of Aurora’s stance that “diversity is welcome and serves to make our community stronger” by giving the thumbs-up to a motion from Councillor Wendy Gaertner.

A country comes of age and a life comes full circle in new exhibition

Many historians cite the Battle of Vimy Ridge as the time Canada came of age as a nation. For the thousands of young men who took up arms to fight for King and Country it was the time they too came of age.

Director out at YRDSB after damning report

By Brock Weir J. Philip Parappally is out at the York Region District School Board following a damning report by the Ministry of Education looking ...

Aurora mulls switch to internet voting

Councillors cast doubt on internet voting at Tuesday night's General Committee meeting.

Independent audit moves forward on Joint Operations Centre

An independent audit to look into full costs of – and just what went wrong with – the construction of Aurora’s new Joint Operations Centre moved forward last week amid comments the numbers were being used as a “political football.”

Education Minister “deeply troubled” by YRDSB report

Ontario Education Minister Mitzie Hunter says she was left “deeply troubled” by observances and recommendations in a report looking into alleged systemic racism and other issues within the York Region District School Board.

Easter Bunny is excited for Aurora return at Saturday’s Egg Hunt

Easter is this weekend and the famous rabbit behind our favourite chocolate eggs is “egg-cited” (his word!) to be hopping back to Aurora this Saturday to spread some sweet and festive cheer.

Music festival pulls sponsorship request after Council debate

Music Aurora has pulled a request for financial support for their Aurora Summer Music Festival after a contentious debate around the Council table last week.

Students brainstorm paths to a more sustainable future

In those dark winter mornings that are behind us for another few months, nobody likes to come to work or school to a freezing office or classroom. We like to keep the heat on, not only for our own comfort, but to also make sure our pipes and other amenities don’t fall victim to the cold.

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