October 2015 Archive
Hoedown volunteers recognized
From its humble beginnings as a backyard BBQ fundraiser 27 years ago to today’s multi day music event, the Magna Hoedown has become a well-loved institution, not only in its home community of Aurora but in the GTA itself.
Joyful sounds to ring out for African grandmothers
After a resounding success of their first concert last fall, Aurora’s grandmothers – and gran-“others” – are back this month looking to become bigger and better than ever
Sport Aurora honours Aurora’s top volunteers
With over thirty member organizations now under the Sport Aurora banner, it’s clear how important volunteering has been in establishing its presence over the past decade. That is why, for the fifth year, Sport Aurora has honoured the top volunteers within the sporting community in a special ceremony at East Side Mario’s on Bayview Avenue.
Tigers fire head coach Joslin in early season shake-up, hire Milne
New Aurora Tigers owner Jim Thomson has high expectations for his Junior A team, and he’s letting that be known after a slow start.
TA’s A Nice Family Gathering – A review
There’s nothing like an annual holiday get-together to bring out the quirks and highlight the dysfunctional nature in some families.
Sheppard’s Bush goes high tech for 2015 Haunted Forest
If you’re looking for a few thrills and chills at this weekend’s Haunted Forest, prepare for things to be turned up to a family-friendly eleven thanks to a technological boost from a local filmmaker.
Klaasen brings music of South Africa in “feel good concert” of the season
Sprucing up her big wigs and donning her shining outfits, Lorraine Klaasen was going for a little bit of Diana Ross when she first auditioned as a singer in a Montreal nightclub in the late 1970s. But...
Public’s interest best served by LED purchase, says Town
The “best interests of the community” were served by Aurora moving ahead with a $3.5 million plan to switch out the Town’s existing streetlights with energy-saving LED alternatives, despite concerns raised by a local resident last week.
Design panel to keep close eye on Aurora’s heritage neighbourhoods
Residents coming to Council to sound off on new developments and builds in established communities are frequent sights at Town Hall, but a new Design Review Panel could be the first step in easing some of these concerns down the road.
E-books strain Library budget – and they want to turn the page
Aurora Public Library CEO Jill Foster speaks at the launch of Ontario Public Libraries Week on Sunday afternoon. Auroran photo by Brock Weir By Brock ...
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