Saturday, May 23, 2026

Feedback on Aurora’s Downtown Revitalization Efforts

The mayor says downtown Aurora is improving and gaining “momentum,” pointing to projects like the $60 million-plus Aurora Town Square and the Armoury as...

Petch House, My First Visit

In a couple of days, I will explore the insides of the Petch House located on Leslie Street in the Town of Aurora, and...

Demolishing Historic Lundy Home in Aurora, Ontario – Heather Kirk

By Heather Kirk, Ontario. I was saddened by the recent article in community FOCUS Living in Aurora about the tearing down of the historic Lundy home....

Live Concerts in Aurora

Concerts in the Park – DESIRE The International U2 Tribute Act

It has been a while since I heard 80s music. Last night at the Aurora's Concerts in the Park it was a must see...

Town of Aurora Events

Aurora’s Haunted Forest – Fortnite Included

"I know they're not real," then she said, "you can't scare me," while walking through the candy shop. Kudos to this little brave person....

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Aurora Ward System

Aurora Ward System – As Decided by Council

Aurora ward system implementation for the 2022 Municipal Elections is now completed following the passing of the by-law on ward boundaries on July 14,...

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Aurora Street Festival 2014 Community Moments In Colour

There are a few interesting facts about the Aurora Street Festival. First, you are free to walk in the middle of...

If There Is a Place for Contemplation, This Is It – The Aurora Community Arboretum

I’ve got so much to tell you, and I think I know the perfect place to begin: here. Recently,...

“In 1832 On This Spot Nothing Happened”

A small plaque mounted on one of the wooden bridges over the creek that runs through the St. Andrew's...

Boardwalk Views – McKenzie Marsh, St. John’s Sideroad

Boardwalk along St. John's Sideroad. Anna Lozyk RomeoAurora, Ontario

Wild Turkeys Sighting on St. John’s Sideroad

St. John's Sideroad west of Yonge Street, near the entrance to future St. Anne's School for Girls. More Wild Turkey...

Starlings and More Starlings, Wellington St and Bayview Ave

Something has been attracting a flock of European Starlings to the Wellington and Bayview intersection area I heard. Well...

Boardwalk Views – McKenzie Marsh, St. John’s Sideroad

Boardwalk along St. John's Sideroad. Anna Lozyk RomeoAurora, Ontario

Merlin’s Hollow, My Favourites in Full Bloom, Irises and Peonies

Visiting Merlin's Hollow English flower garden never fails me. No matter how many times I visit the Tomlinson's garden, I...

Merlin’s Hollow, English Flower Garden Awaken

Merlin's Hollow, the English flower garden - is my annual local destination where I bring almost all of my...

The Fields of Gold, Renewed Signs of Strength and Hope

It is hard to believe that the Aurora Community Arboretum is about two decades old; a beautiful parkland stretch located...