Monday, January 12, 2026

Humour

Small Iced Cappuccino: White Milk or Brown Milk?

My Wacky Aurora Hub (usually a laughter hub) post has been dormant for a while, but after yesterday’s coffee shop experience, I thought I’d...

By Law No Dumping Dumb Ditty Dump Dump Dump

Short and sweet. Why do people dump in front of the No Dumping sign? Yes, in front, around, and as close as possible to...

Ladies Please Do Not Cheat In Class

Today I thought I would do a little experiment since I had an opportunity. "Forty side kicks each side, the last person to finish will...

Rabbit Chain Reaction, How Wacky Is That?

We have a little bunny in our backyard. I see him all the time. They grow so fast, so every day I take some...

My Ducts Cleaning Special Promotion, I Do Not Think So

A few days ago, I received a call from an unknown number and an unknown name. It turned out to be a telemarketer call....

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...

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Aurora Solicitor Clarifies: Strong Mayor Powers Tied to Commitment Letter

On the topic of strong mayor powers, the next...

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

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