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If you wait to join the Seniors’ Centre, you’re missing out says new President

July 27, 2016   ·   0 Comments

One of the first things Carol Hedenberg hears when new members walk through the door is, “I’m finally old enough to be here – I’m 73!” For the new president of the Aurora Seniors’ Association, it is not something she’s never heard before – but it is an attitude they often encounter at the Aurora Seniors’ Centre.

PC leader Brown sees positive change after last election’s “unmitigated disaster”

By Brock Weir “There will be an election in two years,” said The Auroran as we sat down with Ontario Progressive Conservative leader Patrick Brown ...

$15 million investment aims to make Southlake, York U an innovation hub

Astronaut and surgeon Dr. Dave Williams, President and CEO of Southlake Regional Health Centre, has seen a lot of the world from high above, but on firm ground, in recent years, he has seen rapid changes in the field of health care.

Bring your pet in while you shop at new Canadian Tire

If you’re on Aurora’s east side to do a bit of shopping for your back yard or picking up a few things for that weekend away at the cottage, why not let your pooch enjoy some retail therapy as well at Canadian Tire?

Mayor concerned Mavrinac Park development is “too territorial”

A nearly $1.1 million plan to transform a vacant six acre parcel of land on Mavrinac Boulevard into a neighbourhood park was approved by Council last week, amid worries voiced by Mayor Dawe its development had become a “territorial” issue.

Downtown townhouse development lacks affordable, accessible options: resident

A development of 126 stacked townhouses on Yonge Street just north of the Wellington Street intersection was formally approved by Council last week, following concerns from a local realtor that there were not enough accessible and affordable options to meet the demands of the community.

Doors Open Aurora 2016: Cultural Precinct Walking Tour

The Town of Aurora’s Cultural Precinct is an attractive, vibrant, people-focused district strongly connected to the Town Centre and other key community destinations.

Williams student’s summer company aims to make local businesses accessible for all

Ben Williamson has been becoming increasingly frustrated over the lack of accessibility within the Province of Ontario but, thanks to a grant from the Province, he has set out to do something about it.

Aurora schools celebrate their athletes of the year

Students from across Aurora packed up their football helmets, their soccer cleats and their hockey gear for the summer last month as Summer Vacation arrived but many of these athletes suited up and headed back into the arena last Tuesday.

Potential employee just wants chance to prove herself

By Brock Weir Thirteen years ago, Kerry Grieco was spending July preparing for what promised to be one of the most exciting times in her ...

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