Next steps for Highland Gate proposal could come forward in January

November 11, 2015 · 0 Comments

Aurora Council recently called for “meaningful changes” to be proposed by developers looking to turn the former Highland Gate Golf Course into a new infill residential community, but lawmakers and residents alike might have to wait until the end of January to see if this bears fruit.

Fire costs set to rise $8 million over next five years

An ounce of fire prevention is worth a pound of fire protection for the Central York Fire Services, but the people to make that happen are a significant cost to taxpayers.

Trail users might have to settle for two of three Leslie Street underpasses

By Brock Weir People using Aurora’s trail system hoping for a series of underpasses once the Region of York reconstructs Leslie Street could be in ...

Garbage bag limit to be considered next year

You may not know it as it is not strictly enforced, but Aurora has a three bag limit for the amount of trash you put out on your curb every other week. This could change next year.

Aurora cadets aim to walk in soldiers’ footsteps at Vimy Ridge

As local cadets stood vigil on the four corners of the Aurora Cenotaph this week, they did so under the name of Robert Stuart Hillary, an Aurora man born and bred who lost his life at the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

Governor General honours Caring Aurorans

Whether you’re providing a young mother a hand-up at the start of a new generation, or taking your concerns global, the simple act of caring can take many forms but can often go unrecognized.

Remembrance is more than a moment of reflection

By Brock Weir As Aurorans came together to mark Remembrance Day this week, the number of young people descending on the Cenotaph swelled as they ...

Got an overnight parking ticket this month? Help a kid have a merry Christmas!

Aurora launches "Toys for Tickets" program beginning this Sunday through December 1.

Province sets 10-year target to eliminate chronic homelessness

Ontario has set an “aggressive” target to reduce chronic homelessness within 10 years, a target welcomed by Newmarket-Aurora MPP Chris Ballard. Mr. Ballard was on hand...

Council gives green light to $12.4 million Capital Budget

Monday’s meeting came on the heels of local lawmakers giving the green light to a $12.4 million Capital Budget focusing on repair and replacement of existing municipal assets, new projects to handle Aurora’s growth, and further studies.

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