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Zombies will be on the loose at Sheppard’s Bush next Saturday

October 8, 2014   ·   0 Comments

If you’re in the vicinity of Sheppard’s Bush next Saturday and see hordes of zombies roaming the area, don’t be alarmed. In fact, don’t be afraid to join in the fun.

Candidates take aim at rampant sign vandalism across Aurora

Candidates vying for a place on Aurora Council might have differing visions for the Town, but one thing most seem to agree on is rampant vandalism against election signs needs to stop.

Jitterbug Ball to benefit care, bereavement and wellness support at Hospice King Aurora

“Energy” was the watchword as women from Aurora and King converged on Aurora last week to put the finishing touches on the Jitterbug Ball, the biennial fundraiser for Hospice King Aurora.

Grocery store returns to St. Andrew’s Village in December

Seniors living in Aurora’s northwest corner are expected to get an early Christmas present this December with the return of a grocery store to St. Andrew’s Village.

Citizen involvement critical to development of Aurora’s Urban Wildlife Park

A team of dedicated humans will be needed to give birds, reptiles and other critters a hand-up if Aurora’s proposed Urban Wildlife Park gets off the ground by 2017.

CDS honour Terry Fox and one of its own with a splash of colour

While every Canadian family has been touched by cancer, the Country Day School “family” found this year’s run to hit especially close to home. Last school year, Grade 6 student James Eacock was diagnosed with a brain tumour, undergoing surgery followed by extensive chemotherapy at the Hospital for Sick Children.

Aurora pharmacist aims to reach thousands with new diabetes guidebook

As a pharmacist for more than 20 years, Dr. Lori MacCallum has found few things more rewarding than one-on-one interactions with patients. Sitting down with an individual to help them on what can often be a complex path to health brings a certain satisfaction, but...

Risk reduction is priority number one before Collis site is redeveloped

Minimizing risk to the nearby neighbours and the surrounding environment will be a top priority before work begins to redevelop the former site of Collis Leather, according to the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA).

St. Joseph community bids emotional farewell to Laura Nowasad

Aside from her hamster, Butterscotch, butterflies were Laura Nowasad’s favourite creatures. Not only are they beautiful, but when caterpillars go into their cocoon they emerge, full of life, resurrected. This spirit was very much in the air last week...

Nixed Indoor Tennis facility is a burst bubble of Council term: Councillor

Aurora’s tennis enthusiasts will likely have to wait for another Council term to find an indoor locale for their passion when the winter months hit. Council formally nixed the potential of...

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