Aurora student brings home crown in World Debating Championships

May 9, 2019 · 0 Comments

Aurora’s Anna Croxon brought home top honours last week at the World Individual Debating and Public Speaking Championships.

Sports plan to be implemented by new staff person at Town Hall

Council’s efforts to bring the implementation of Aurora’s Sports Plan in-house were approved by local lawmakers last week.

Provincial changes will have “significant impact” on students, says School Board

Following sweeping changes proposed to the Province’s education system, the York Region District School Board has sent the Ministry of Education a “letter of concern” outlining significant – often negative – impacts they see coming down the pipe.

Youth actors find their voices at Theatre Aurora this week

By Brock Weir They have entertained and inspired generations with their daring feats and spellbinding stories, but Robin Hood and modern-day superheroes have something else ...

Ontario Bill backtracks on OMB reform: Mayor

A new bill introduced into the Ontario Legislature in the name of creating more housing will take away the ability of communities like Aurora to have a say in planning decisions, according to Mayor Tom Mrakas.

Council to forge ahead with electoral, ward review

By Brock Weir Council is set to forge ahead with a review process that could lead to the implementation of a ward system of government. ...

Get off the couch and on your feet for the Community Better Challenge

By Brock Weir It is time to get off your couch and onto your feet to help Aurora clinch the title of Canada’s most active ...

Gaertner apologises to area renters following Council comments

Councillor Wendy Gaertner issued an apology at the Council table last week after comments made earlier this month raised the ire of local renters.

Thousands turn out for annual Run or Walk for Southlake

Rain or shine, one thing is for certain: the annual Run or Walk for Southlake has York Region residents coming out in droves.

Province moves to improve, safeguard Community Housing across Ontario

All three levels of government need to work together to ensure Ontario’s most vulnerable have a place to live, according to Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

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