New union rules irk business owners, Chamber members

January 24, 2018 · 0 Comments

New union rules stemming from the Province’s sweeping changes to workplace standards are catching flack from local business owners. Aurora entrepreneurs raised concerns Wednesday morning at a breakfast session hosted by the Aurora Chamber of Commerce.

On-street winter parking restrictions set to return after pilot project

Aurora residents could once again face a ban on overnight on-street parking during the winter season pending a decision of Council this week. Last year, the Town...

Rent subsidies nixed for groups displaced by Library Square construction

When the wrecking ball finally clears Library Square as early as this fall, several community groups will need to find accommodation elsewhere. But Council is set to reject a staff recommendation this week calling on the Town to subsidize their rent.

Tigers pass Panthers in OJHL standings

As the rebuild season winds down for the Aurora Tigers, the club can perhaps take solace in a strong finish.

Café Series gives chance for people to reconnect with themselves

By Brock Weir Screaming on the street corner might not be the most “socially acceptable” way of expressing one’s self, but doing so with a guitar in hand, and set to a bit of a melody? Well, now you’re talking.

Comedy classic “A Christmas Story” spans generations at Theatre Aurora

Making her way through the first season of Theatre Aurora’s theatre school 13-year-old Maria Necola has learned you should “never be shy to give it your all when you are performing” – even if you’re standing on stage surrounded by actresses playing “sassy” girls and you’re bringing to life the iconic role of Ralphie from the equally iconic A Christmas Story.

Solar power shines bright on top of SARC

Hundreds of Aurorans burn off energy under the roof the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex each day, but now what’s on top tells a very different story. On Thursday, Mayor Geoff Dawe and representatives from SolarShare Cooperative cut the ribbon on the new solar installation project on top of the Complex (SARC), a 20-year lease deal that has been over five years in the making.