“Welcome to Wellington” – new school year brings changes for Aurora Senior P.S. community

September 9, 2015 · 0 Comments

Ken Arnott has always wanted to open up a new school and, this week, the long-time educator gets to do just that – sort of.

Culture Days at Cultural Centre includes Celebration fit for a Queen

A celebration fit for a Queen, local artists launch their inspired exhibitions and a ‘creative safari’ - it’s Culture Days at the Centre!

Health and Sex-Ed changes are long overdue, says MPP

Ontario was once a leader when it came to health education, but has since fallen behind the likes of British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan, according to Newmarket-Aurora MPP Chris Ballard. But, now it is time to play catch-up.

“Stars” set to dance for “kids who can’t”

Familiar faces from Aurora and Newmarket are in-studio for some intense training before hitting the dance floor October 1 to raise $60,000 for Easter Seals.

Conservatives to skip Vote Smart debates

All-candidates' meetings organized by local university student "doesn't fit into campaign plan" says candidate Costas Menegakis.

Parents, teachers protest sex-ed curriculum

Students across Ontario returned to classrooms this week, but while some parents were busy dashing around last week getting their kids ready for the big day, others went out the door with their placards.

Council targets 1.8% tax increase following economic challenges

Eleven proposed new hires at Town Hall nixed to meet budget targets.

Councillor urges re-think on Emerald Ash Borer treatment

Despite Council approving the chemical IMA-JET for treatment of ash trees across Aurora set to be decimated by the invasive Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) beetle, one Councillor is urging a re-think of this course of action, citing environmental concerns.

Straight talk coming on where your tax dollars are going

If you’re looking for a little straight talking about where your tax dollars are ultimately going, you’re in luck. Council gave the green light to take...

Canada 150 celebrations come calling with money for arena, armoury improvements

When Canada celebrated its centennial in 1967, the nation-wide party included a boatload of Federal funding for new hockey arenas dotting countless towns, including the Aurora Community Centre.

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