May 2016 Archive

Mavrinac Park should include community gardens

(Re: Mavrinac Park promises something for everyone, April 28) No, actually Mavrinac Park does not promise something for everyone. Council’s short-sighted decision to exclude a ...

MPP’s column leaves reader “stunned” on Autism funding

(Re: View from Queen’s Park, April 14) Well, Chris, I just read your article in The Auroran and I’m stunned! Your timing is impeccable; your ...

Pampered Pillowcases to bring joy to moms

By Brock Weir Local moms in need will have their Sunday brightened this week by a return of the Pampered Pillowcases. The brainchild of Aurora ...

Aurora cadets hit the mark at provincial competition

By Jake Courtepatte Five local residents from 2799 Queen’s York Rangers Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps combined for the best score at the Central Ontario ...

Canada U17 standout joins Aurora United FC women

The program may be in its infancy, but the women’s side of Aurora United FC inked one of Canada’s brightest young stars to a deal last Thursday.

Local diamonds are packed for AKBA’s second season

It has been no secret that the resurgence of the Toronto Blue Jays has made a lasting impact on minor league ball. Jose Bautista’s epic bat flip and the Jays’ thrilling 2015 season has inspired a new generation of players across the country, with local organizations feeling the pressure to provide for such large numbers.

Public consultations set to begin on Mavrinac Park design

Public consultation on what Mavrinac Park might look like is set to kick of next month, after Council approved a concept plan for the six acre parcel of land last week.

Multicultural Festival moving to September 10 – and a different park

Aurora’s first multicultural festival will now take place September 10 at Ada Johnson Park. The celebration of the many cultures that make up Aurora is...

“Swabbing with the Stars” carries on legacy of Sarah Watkin

The plight of Sarah Watkin immediately struck a chord with the students at Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary School. The young York Region girl was waging a brave battle with leukemia, awaiting a full match to...

Water Walk Challenge raises funds for new roofs in Uganda

You never really know someone until you walk a mile in their shoes, but students at Rick Hansen Public School hoped to become a little bit closer to that on Wednesday as they lugged buckets of water from home to school.

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