Monday, January 12, 2026

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Town of Aurora Ontario in Pictures Almost Six Years Ago, 2012

Perhaps the inspiration to blog more again is emerging from having enough memories to share about the changes I have witnessed in Aurora from...

Beyond and Below: Still No Grocery Store for Seniors at St. Andrew’s Plaza

As I was checking out library books, I noticed a framed article right by the exit, next to the security gates. I gathered my...

Aurora Strategic Plan: Sustainable Communities – How? High-Density Housing

Building a sustainable community in the Town of Aurora—one that promotes sustainable living by reducing the use of Earth's natural resources—is my next topic...

Next Time Around I Will Knock Your Bluetooth Out

I find myself in various locations within Aurora from time to time. I often encounter amusing or intriguing situations that I believe are worth...

UNFILTERED

All I Want for Christmas: Strong Mayor Powers to Go Away

All I want for Christmas is for Strong Mayor Powers to go away. Gone, eventually. But that change will...

The Blue Bin Question: How Did They Not Know?

Blue bin collection is now a producer responsibility, and yet those at the helm appeared blissfully unaware of something...

When “Transition” Becomes a Breakdown

All the headlines shouted, “Transition! We’re moving to producer responsibility!” But what does transition really mean? It means managing...

Time for Real Action, Not Just Photo Ops

In some municipalities—Newmarket in particular—action speaks louder than words. York Region has pledged $30.2 million to build 288 affordable...

Strong Mayor Powers: Speed vs. Transparency in Governance

The latest news, “Two Short Stories About Strong Mayor Powers,” is worth discussion. Unlike in Aurora, where the mayor...

Must read

The ‘F’ Grade Is on the Mayor, Not Aurora

In the latest Auroran, Scott Johnston published a cartoon...

$25,000 to Say the Obvious: Aurora’s Council Compensation Review, Again

Council compensation is back in the spotlight in Aurora,...