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2014 – 2015 a whirlwind for Aurora’s Citizen of the Year as nominations for successor close this week
March 18, 2015 · 0 Comments
The past few months have been a whirlwind for Aurora resident Beverley Wood, who was named Aurora’s Citizen of the Year last spring. But, living up to the saying that if you want to get something done you ask a busy person to do it, Ms. Wood has handled everything in her stride.
Family Leisure Complex – and Year of Sport – gets Federal seal of approval
The recently revamped Aurora Family Leisure Complex (AFLC) got the Federal seal of approval Monday afternoon hosting Bal Gosal, Minister of State for Sport, on his tour of Aurora.
Environmentalists urge action on untouched grassland by wildlife park
In the overall scheme of things, a pocket of land less than two acres in Aurora’s planned wildlife park might seem small potatoes, but to environmentalists behind the plan, it will make a world of difference to the critters that call it home.
Looking to get married in a hurry? Look no further than Town Hall
Spring arrives this week and as the season approaches, the wedding plans of many couples across Aurora are kicking into overdrive. If the no muss, no fuss option is more your speed, however, Town Hall could provide an option for you as early as June.
Empowering women, empowering humanity starts with education
Empowering women and, in turn, empowering all of humanity starts with education – and that education can start here at home, according to local advocates.
Further waste diversion methods could be explored after Clear Bags flop
Council might have killed the proposed Clear Bag program last week, but other efforts to help reduce the amount of garbage Aurorans send into the waste stream are likely to continue.
Worries over anti-terrorism bill arrive in Newmarket-Aurora
The nation-wide debate over the Federal Government’s proposed Bill C-51 spilled into Newmarket-Aurora on Saturday morning as over 80 protestors descended on the office of local MP Lois Brown to rally against the measures.
Clear Bag proposal kicked to curb by Council
Residents opposing the launch of Aurora’s proposed clear bag program this spring breathed a sigh of relief last week as the plan fizzled at the Council table.
Run/Walk for Southlake has $1 million milestone in sight
With just under six weeks until the annual Nature’s Emporium Run/Walk for Southlake, excitement is not only building among local runners, but also among event organizers who are zeroing in on a milestone goal.
Strut for Courage will encourage kids, parents, community to speak out
Bullying is not just child’s play. It is an issue one can encounter in the community, in the workplace, and just about any other environment. This month, however, local students are preparing to hit the catwalk to make “lift the mask” on bullying, one fashionable step at a time.
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