The Auroran

Travel in style – and through time – with Nora’s Suitcase

Nora Hillary was a woman both of her time and ahead of her time. In some respects, she lived a relatively conventional life for a woman born in the Aurora of 1902 but, on the other hand, she took on the world, hitting international hot spots as a single, jet-setting woman.

Community gears up to help Fort Mac

As fires continue to ravage Alberta and residents of Fort McMurray begin to assess the damage from the fire that destroyed large swaths of their community, several members of our community are stepping up to the plate to lend a helping hand.

Nursing home approved despite environmental concerns

A four-storey 250 unit retirement home and long-term care facility has been approved for the south end of Aurora despite land concerns raised by Councillor Wendy Gaertner.

Aurora cadets earn top prize in national air rifle competition

The accolades continue to pour in for York Region’s sharpest shooters. More than 120 army, navy and air force cadets from...

Ontario municipalities are “fighting the same fight” on OMB reform

Representatives from across Ontario descended on Markham’s City Hall on Saturday for a wide-ranging summit on coming together with a common voice, calling for change at the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB).

BROCK’S BANTER: On the hordes of a dilemma

By Brock Weir In a world of Felixes and Oscars, I’m most decidedly an Oscar with a Felix rising. I like a place to look ...

INSIDE AURORA: Sketch-y Weekend

By Scott Johnston I’m invigorated, yet exhausted. This happens every two years after I have attended the Association of Canadian Cartoonists’ convention. For three days ...

IN GOOD COMPANY: Celebrating our achievements

By Mayor Geoffrey Dawe With April showers’ turning to May flowers, Aurora is buzzing with activity. There are many events that will appeal to you ...

MP’s REPORT: Great work in our community

By Kyle Peterson, MP Newmarket-Aurora I have had the honour of being the Member of Parliament for Newmarket-Aurora for six months now. In this role, ...