New garbage contract signed amid service concerns

December 21, 2016 · 0 Comments

Service concerns dominated discussions last week as Aurora approved a new contract with Green For Life for garbage and waste collection. The contract, which will come into effect in 2018, is an agreement between York Region’s northern six municipalities, which also includes King, Newmarket, East Gwillimbury, Whitchurch-Stouffville and Georgina.

Gorman Christmas party collects thousands

Young mothers in York Region will have a merrier Christmas and a happier New Year thanks to the generosity of hundreds who came out to Aw, Shucks! on December 9 to the annual Christmas party hosted by Joe Gorman.

Want to see where to locate a new Tim Hortons? Students learn there’s an app for that!

Do you have a spare million or two kicking around and you’re wondering what to do with it? You might want to take a tip out of the playbook of Pickering College students who have been tinkering with an app to figure out the best and most logical place to locate a new Tim Hortons franchise in a community where it seems like there’s just about one on every corner.

Tips for Heart-healthy Holiday Eating

The holiday season is a wonderful time that brings together family and friends. But so often, our celebrations tend to revolve around food. Whether it’s an office potluck or a family dinner, it can be so easy for us to overindulge.

Skaters First teams with Santa for charity

Santa Claus took time out of his busy schedule this holiday season to strap on his skates and hit the ice at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex.

Snow – and new on-street parking rules – cause headaches

This past weekend, as the snow mounted, many Aurora residents were left wondering when their roads would be cleared – so much so that Mayor Geoff Dawe took to social media to offer his apologies on behalf of the Town.

SAC charity drive brings cheer to youth in need

By Jake Courtepatte Not all of Santa’s elves are at the North Pole: it seems some are at St. Andrew’s College. SAC students and staff ...

Stuffed animals #Make150Count for Alzheimer Society

Lily Edmunds knows all too well the positive impact therapy animals can have on those living with Alzheimer’s Disease. The young philanthropist walked the walk with her own grandmother, and now, thanks to a grant to celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday in 2017, Lily is helping spread that positivity to the Alzheimer Society one stuffed animal at a time.

Regency Acres P.S. hosts Festive Shop

On December 7 and 8, Regency Acres P.S. held its third annual Festive Shop. This is an event that gives students the opportunity to shop ...

2.4% tax increased approved at last Council of 2016

By Brock Weir Aurora households can expect a 2.4 per cent tax increase in the New Year, following Council’s approval of the 2017 Municipal Operating ...

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