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Vol. 7 No. 23 AURORAN, Week of April 10, 2007 905-727-3300 Where’s the date stone? Briefly Expansion planned Future public school

There’s no grass growing under Wellington Gallery, that’s for sure. Earlier this week, the almost new art gallery announced a million- dollar expansion to its Wellington-Machell location. to be named Hartman When finished, the building will become “Le Tryst...the Gallery Lounge”. Missing: one date stone. and his neighbours in mind when housing development “Our goal is to create a lounge that features a world class kitchen, And the York Region District he was instrumental in establishing In commemoration of the part bar, and, of course, gallery,” said owner Emil Simon. School Board would like to have it a school at the cross roads which the Hartman family had in educa- Construction is expected to get underway this summer - assuming back. became known as Hartman's tion, the school board agreed to summer ever arrives - and, with luck, the renovated facility will be open Because, officials said, the date Corners. name the new school after the before the end of the year. stone, marking the age of an old His son, Joseph, born in 1821, Hartmans. Meanwhile, the gallery has signed up the world’s top pop artist, Aurora Hartman School, would be later became a teacher at the When the third Hartman School Steve Kaufman. used in the construction of a yet-to- school. was constructed, a date stone from He’ll be in Aurora for the December show. be-built Hartman School. The first wooden schoolhouse the 1881 school was inserted in “There are thousands of galleries in the world who would ‘kill’ to Aurora will once more have a dates back to about 1837, was the west wall of the new building. have Kaufman at their opening,” Simon said, “and you will be able to Hartman School as the board has replaced in 1881, and was moved It operated as a school for a meet the man himself in Aurora.” agreed to name a new elementary to a location on Wellington Street number of years and was later public school in the Bayview East, just west of the former used as an education centre. Run Sunday Avenue-Wellington Street East Baldwin's Mill, where it still sits. About two years ago, the build- area as the Hartman Public The wooden school was desig- ing was converted into a sales The sixth annual Hartwell Challenge run is slated for this Sunday, School. nated in June, 2005, as a historic office, but the date stone was beginning at 8 a.m. John and Mary Hartman came site under the Ontario Heritage Act removed. Several variations of runs will be held that day, throughout the to Whitchurch Township (now it’s and is believed to be the oldest The school board would like to streets of Aurora. Aurora) from Pennsylvania in 1809. schoolhouse in York Region and install the date stone in the new A half-marathon walk gets underway at 8 a.m., while the half- They bought and cleared land possibly the third oldest in the school but no one seems to know marathon run begins at 9 a.m. at Bayview and Wellington and province. where it is. A five-kilometre race gets started at 9.10 a.m. there reared a family of nine chil- It was replaced at the northeast If you know the location of the All competitions begin at the Town Park, across from Wells Street dren, six of whom died at an early corner of the intersection around date stone, call Michael Seaman, School. age. 1950 with a red brick school which Community Planner, at 905-727- If you wish to participate, you may register up to the day of the race, He had the welfare of his family was recently demolished for a 3123, ext. 4351. or go on line and do so at www.hartwellchallenge.com. Nominations Former MP John Roberts dies Know someone who would make a good Citizen of the Year? His name may not be familiar to He died recently at age 73 after denly called in June, 1969, York- You have until April 30 to submit a nomination. The award is open many new Aurorans but in the late suffering a heart attack near his Simcoe incumbent Liberal MP John to all citizens of Aurora, 16 years of age and over, with the exception 1960s and early 1970s, John apartment at Bay and Bloor Street in Addison of King Township of current councillors. Roberts was almost a household Toronto. announced he would not seek re- Winner will be announced during the Community Recognition word as he was the popular Member A memorial service is planned in election. Awards Ceremony June 6 at the Town Hall. of Parliament for the federal riding of May. His announcement caught the Nominations should be forwarded to Citizen of the Year Award, York-Simcoe. When a federal election was sud- Please see page 14 Attention: Mayor's Office, Town of Aurora, 1 Municipal Drive, Box 1000, Aurora, L4G 6J1. For more information, call Cooky Ellis at 905-726-4741. We hoped, but...

We were hoping with all that publicity on Page 1 last week about the Lions’ missing ticket booth, it might turn up. It didn’t. And perhaps the reason is because the booth is a former authentic ticket booth from the Canadian National Exhibition. Regardless, the pancakes served by the Lions at Sheppard’s Bush were still good, despite the un-spring-like weather conditions. Fashion show

A fundraising dinner and fashion show, with proceeds to assist the fight against breast cancer, will be held in Aurora in two weeks. Slated for Jonathan’s Fine Foods restaurant, the event begins Monday, April 23, at 6 p.m. with cocktails. With some 750 youngsters and their parents, crowds swelled to more than 2,000 Saturday Dinner will be served at 6.30 p.m. and the fashion show will begin morning for Aurora’s annual Easter Egg hunt. The small fry went after, and found, 15,000 at 7 p.m. eggs...even though they had to dig through a covering of snow to locate them. Special Events In addition, there will be door prizes and a silent auction. co-ordinator Shelley Ware was impressed with the turnout “considering we had a green Tickets, at $35, are available at Jonathan’s. For further information, Christmas and a white Easter”. Famous children’s author, Robert Munsch, however, was not call 905-841-1807. there, although sponsors of the event said they would make a sincere effort to have him in Aurora for next year’s hunt. Auroran photo by David Falconer

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During the month of April the Skylight WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11 at the Aurora Public Library. Pre-register at the Seniors’ Centre from 2 to 4 p.m. presented by Gallery in the Town Hall will feature the artwork Aurora Chamber of Commerce Business adult information desk or phone 905-727-9493, the Environmental Advisory Committee. No of Beverly Simpson with a collection of paint- After Five event at the Aqua Grill, Yonge Street, option 4. admission charge. Pre-register by calling Info ings capturing nature. Regular viewing hours beginning at 5.30 p.m. APRIL 20-21 Aurora at 905-727-8214. The committee are from 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Monday to THURSDAY, APRIL 12 Aurora United Church Spring Rummage needs 150 registrants to make the event hap- Friday. Aurora Seniors visit the Shaw Festival at Sale from 1 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 20, and 9 pen. **** Niagara-on-the-Lake to see "Mac and Mabel" a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 21. For further MAY 9 to 13 Until April 22 Wellington Gallery showcases by Jerry Herman. Cost is $103 for members information, call 905-726-1648. Marquee Productions presents the musical North America's best nature and wildlife artists and $107 for non-members. APRIL 20 to 22 "The Secret Garden" at the Newmarket including Robert Bateman, Charles Frace, **** Aurora Home Show, Aurora Community Theatre at 7.30 p.m. with 2 p.m. matinees on Richard Mravik, Ron Decker, Michael Pape, Aurora Public Library, in partnership with Centre. May 12 and 13. Call 905-713-1040 for tickets. Michael Durman and Edward Spera, The Surmount Job Skills Canada, presents a free SUNDAY, APRIL 22 SATURDAY, MAY 12 gallery is located on Wellington Street West at seminar on gaining Canadian work experience. Aurora Rotary Club 2nd annual frog race, Greg Foster, operator of M & M Meats on Machell Avenue. 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-register at the adult infor- in Tannery Creek at Machell Park. 3 p.m. Yonge Street in Aurora will hold a charity BBQ **** mation desk or phone 905-727-9493, option 4. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to raise funds for the Aurora Opera Company is seeking 30 chil- APRIL 12-26 Aurora Horticultural Society presents an Crohns and Colitis Foundation of Canada and dren (ages seven to 12) to participate in the Shadowpath Theatre Production presents "Aurora Urban Oasis-Aurora Arboretum" at his target this year is to raise more than main stage musical "Children of Eden" as ani- York Region's first ever Playwrights' Festival at the Royal Canadian Legion, 105 Industrial $4,000. Hamburger or hot dog, a bag of chips mals and grandchildren in the children's cho- Aurora’s Factory Theatre with Thursday to Parkway North, beginning at 8 p.m. and a drink for $2 will help Greg meet his tar- rus. No participation fee, and no experience Saturday evening performances at 8 p.m. and **** get. necessary. Rehearsals Sunday afternoons to Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. featuring the writing Aurora Community Historica Heritage Fair SUNDAY, MAY 13 April 20. Contact Aurora Opera Company at talents of local playwrights. For more informa- at St. Andrews College. From 10 a.m. to 3 Mother's Day Luncheon in the Hillary [email protected]. tion call 905-727-3669. p.m. open to students and schools and from 6 House Ballroom at noon and 1.30 p.m. Menu * * * * FRIDAY, APRIL 13 p.m. to 8 p.m. open to the public. includes soup, fancy sandwiches and sweets. The 3rd Aurora Scouting Group has spaces Learn advanced internet search strategies FRIDAY, APRIL 27 Tickets are $15 per person in advance by call- available in Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and at the Aurora Public Library using electronic Rotary Club of Aurora, with clubs from ing 905-727-8991. Venturers. For registration information or to vol- databases and reliable web directories from Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Bradford and SUNDAY, JUNE 3 unteer call 905-726-2393 or 905-841-0556. 10.30 to 11.30 a.m. and from 6 to 7 p.m. Beeton, will hold an African Cultural Night to Twelfth Annual Aurora Street Festival on * * * * SUNDAY, APRIL 15 raise funds for a major water project in Africa. Yonge Street. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meet at Martha's Table, now in its second Sixth annual Bob Hartwell run, starts early The event will feature dinner and African TUESDAY, JUNE 12 season. Every Thursday from 11.30 a.m. to in the morning from the front of Wells Street entertainment at Le Park Dining and Banquet Women's Centre of York Region in Aurora 1.30 p.m., you will find comfort food and a Public School. To register, visit Hall in Thornhill. Tickets are $75 and can be invites you to attend the 5th Annual Charity sense of community at St. Andrew's www.hartwellchallenge.com. ordered through the Aurora Rotary Club at Golf Tournament at Sleepy Hollow Golf Club. Presbyterian Church. A lunch of hot soup, **** 905-841-1352. For more information, contact Shelley sandwiches, and dessert will be provided. Mixed dart tournament at the Legion, APRIL 27-28 Lundquist at 905-727-5837, extension 107. * * * * Industrial Parkway North. Registration from Catholic Women's League of Our Lady of JUNE 23-24 Aurora Seniors present a movie night every 8.30 a.m., play begins at 10 a.m. For further Grace parish sponsors its annual Spring "More Musical Mayhem", a hilarious new Tuesday from 6.30 to 8.30 p.m. Admission is $1 information, call Tom at 905-841-9188. Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on musical review at the Factory Theatre with for members and $1.50 for guests. **** Friday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday in the shows at 2 and 7:30 p.m. June 23 and a 2 * * * * Gently used clothing and equipment sale, Lynett Hall, 16 Catherine Street. p.m. matinee June 24 with part of the pro- Aurora Agricultural Society meets the first sponsored by Newmarket Parents of Multiple SUNDAY, APRIL 29 ceeds going to Breast Cancer Research. Monday of every month from 6.30 to 9 p.m. at Births Association, at a new location, Our Lady Piano favourites in the Hillary House Musical is directed by Irene Ilic with choreog- the Aurora Community Centre. New members of Grace Childcare Centre, 205 Industrial Ballroom with Recording Artist Carol Gibson raphy by Pat Wilson. welcome. For more information, call 905-713- Parkway North. Sale begins at 1 p.m. and con- at 2 p.m. Tickets, which include light refresh- MONDAY, JUNE 25 6773, e-mail at [email protected], or visit tinues until 3. Cash only. ments, are $15 and are available in advance Aurora Chamber of Commerce 26th www.aurorafair.ca. MONDAY, APRIL 16 by calling 905-727-8991. Annual Golf Tournament at King Valley Golf * * * * From 10 to 11 a.m. at the Aurora Library, **** Club. Registration at 11 a.m. a shotgun start Aurora Rotary Club meets every Monday Eric Walters will do a writer's presentation for Join authors Alisa Smith and J.B. at 12:30 p.m. and dinner, entertainment, evening at 6.30 p.m. at Gabriel's on Yonge students in Grade 7. He has written a number MacKinnon as they discuss their book "The prizes and silent/live auction at 7 p.m. Call Street. New members welcome. For further of books for children and young adults. 100-Mile Diet: A Year of Local Eating" at the 905-727-7262 to register. information, call 905-841-1352. **** * * * * Aurora Writers monthly meeting. 7.30 p.m. Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge Aurora Town Hall (Leksand Room). New mem- #148 meets the first and third Tuesday of each bers 18+ welcome - all levels and genres. $20 month at 8 p.m. at 15216 Yonge Street (south of per year membership, For more information call Money Talks. Wellington). For more information, call 905- Malcolm at 905-898-5484 or www.aurorawrit- 830-9205. ers.ca. * * * * WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18 Masons' Rising Sun Lodge meets the first Aurora Historical Society meets at Hillary Thursday of each month at The Rising Sun House with a Show and Tell and Pot Luck Wealth Whispers. Temple, 57 Mosley Street, Aurora at 7.30 p.m. Dinner at 6 p.m. * * * * **** Robertson Masonic Lodge meets the third From 10 to 11 a.m. at the Aurora Library, Saturday each month at 57 Mosley Street at Ange Zhang will do a writer's presentation for 10.30 a.m. Coffee club at 9 a.m., lunch at noon. students in Grade 6 and will discuss the writing Call 905-727-3032 or 905-727-1080. of his book about China. * * * * **** Gamblers Anonymous, every Tuesday night, Aurora's Creative Colours Annual Spring Trinity Anglican Church, Victoria Street, 7.30 Charity Fashion Show "Fashion Plates" will p.m. take place at DiNardo's The Mansion with pro- * * * * ceeds to the York Region Food Network. The Progressive Euchre every Thursday night. event features dinner, a model runway presen- Aurora Legion, 7.30 p.m. Call 905-727-9932. tation of the latest in spring fashions and York * * * * Region firefighters. Call 905-967-0428 for tick- Canadian Federation of University Women ets. has monthly meetings at the Aurora Legion with **** a variety of speakers. Contact Beverley at 905- Wells Street Public School celebrates her- 727-2151. itage and the history of the school with opening * * * * ceremonies at 6 p.m. with Jacqueline Stuart as Bid Euchre at the Legion, 1 p.m. every third guest speaker. If you have memories to share, Sunday. call 905-727-4722. * * * * THURSDAY, APRIL 19 York Regional Police Male Chorus is looking Fathers 4 Justice York Region Equal for members from Aurora and area who would Parenting Group Monthly Meeting in Aurora at like to volunteer by joining the choir. Men, 16 7 p.m. For further information call 905-727- The years of age and older, are invited to visit any 6060. Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. in committee room B, York **** Region Administrative Centre, 17250 Yonge Kinark Child and Family Services invites the Totten Street, Newmarket. For more information, call community to celebrate the opening of its new volunteer chorus supervisor Lowell McClenny office beside St. Andrew’s Plaza at 24 Orchard Wealth Advisory at 905-727-9676. Heights Boulevard (Unit 101A) in Aurora. The * * * * celebration, in the form of an open house, will Queen's York Rangers free camps for boys be held from 4 until 7 p.m. For more information Group and girls, 12 to 18. Aurora Squadron runs contact Darryl Mathers 905-474-9595 ext. 349; Friday evenings at the Aurora Armoury. For fur- [email protected]. ther information, call 905-726-8600 any **** Tuesday evening between 7 and 9 p.m. Author reading. Barbara Gowdy will be read- * * * * ing from her new book “Helpless” at Dr. G.W. The Aurora Seniors Evergreen Seniors Williams Secondary School, 39 Dunning Choir practice under the direction of Tom Avenue at 7.30 p.m. Tickets at $10 are available Rainsford every Wednesday from 3.30 to 5.30 at R & R Revisited, Mary Street, Aurora or at The Gates of York Plaza p.m. in the West McKenzie Hall of the Seniors’ the door. This event is presented by the Centre. Canadian Federation of University Women 17310 Yonge Street, Suite 11 **** Aurora-Newmarket Club. All proceeds to the Budget Bistro luncheon every Wednesday CFUW anniversay scholarship. Newmarket, Ontario from 11.30 a.m. until 12.30 p.m. at the Aurora **** Seniors Centre. No registration required. Call Free, mouse, keyboarding and basic web 905.830.4468 www.davidtotten.ca 905-726-4767 for more information. navigation required for the computer workshop AURORAN, Week of April 10, 2007 - 3 Ambulance location gets lease renewed

The Town of Aurora cur- commentmacwilliamfarms_ad1.ai or discussion. 15/02/2007ratify 8:47:46 AM the decision this rently provides the Edward Council is expected to week. Street fire station for use by Central York Fire Services and also leases a portion of the building to the Region of York for Emergency Medical Services for use as an EMS Station. Ambulances are dis- patched from there on a regular basis. His first name is Mac and he’s the first “M” of the M & M Meat Shops. Mac Town staff members Voison, second from right, was in Aurora last week to visit the M & M Meats recommended to last outlet on Yonge Street, operated by Greg and Christina Foster, left. Also on week’s general committee hand for the occasion was Aurora Chamber of Commerce Manager Carla meeting that a new one- Adams, right. The other “M” is Mark Nowak, a lawyer who left M & M in 1985. year lease be approved for Auroran photo by David Falconer 2007 to continue to provide the service to the commu- nity from that location. The proposed lease is a Southlake and PMH to share standard format used across the region for all EMS-leased locations and cancer knowledge, research follows the same terms and conditions as the previous Toronto’s Princess cancer strikes, the resi- Regional Cancer Centre; lease. Margaret Hospital (PMH) dents of York Region will development and applica- One exception is that will share its latest have access to high-qual- tion of precision radiation the Region of York is knowledge, research in ity cancer radiation thera- therapy techniques; clini- responsible for snow plow- Schnitzels cancer care, and expert- py closer to home,” said cal research programs ing, which was negotiated ise to assist Southlake Dan Carriere, President and clinical drug trials; at the request of Central our Regional Health Centre and CEO of Southlake comprehensive education York Fire Services. specialty in establishing a world- Regional Health Centre. programs, and e-Health The town will continue class cancer centre “To honour this commit- initiatives, such as devel- to receive monthly lease through a formal affilia- ment we must accomplish oping processes for shar- installments of $1,473.45 tion between a world two major feats: build a ing clinical protocols, for a total of $17,681.40 for leader in cancer care and state-of-the-art facility, treatment plans and 2007. the newly established which is currently in patient related informa- Those payments are cancer program at progress, and ensure we tion. then directed to Central Southlake. have a healthcare team Southlake Regional York Fire Services in The program will ready to deliver world- Health Centre is a full accordance to the Fire assist residents in class care. Our partner- service hospital that has Services Amalgamation Aurora, Newmarket and ship with Princess been designated by Agreement. 905-727-9561 surrounding areas. Margaret Hospital pro- Ontario to offer regional The general committee Scheduled to open in vides a priceless oppor- or clinically advanced 14889 Yonge Street, Aurora approved the one-year www.graystonesrestaurant.ca mid-2009, Southlake’s tunity for Southlake’s programs. lease as presented without new cancer centre will cancer team to work with With the opening of provide cancer diagnos- internationally renowned the cancer centre in tics, cancer surgery, experts in the field of 2009, Southlake will be chemotherapy, radiation cancer treatment and the only non-teaching treatment, and follow-up research.” hospital in Ontario to Wide Feet? care to the more than Other areas of focus specialize in both cancer No Problem one million people. will include mentoring and cardiac care and to In a signed memoran- and support during the offer a total of five dum of understanding, startup of the new regional programs. the two hospitals agreed their objectives will be the provision of quality DAMIR VRANCIC cancer services at Southlake’s new LAW OFFICE Regional Cancer Centre BUSINESS LAW, and the enhancement of the Princess Margaret REAL ESTATE, Hospital’s collaborative WILLS & ESTATES Bring this ad clinical, research and in to receive a education programs. 905-841-6411 “Southlake is commit- Providing valued and trusted legal advice since 1983 FREE GIFT ted to ensuring that when with purchase WHILE SUPPLIES LAST Until April 21/07

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You can smell it in the air; Thought you might like to newspaper, thought this ping’ in a magazine that Last week, I received an It will be an interesting one, know the results. might be a great way to raise goes around the world?” e-mail from the outside The results we will have to bear. First of all, thank you to some money for the Aurora “Does it?” Buffalo address, announcing - Poor Richard's Scrapbook all those who dropped off Rotary Club. She wasn’t about to give the cheque, made out to the their old phones. More than And, anyhow, I had three in on this, and I wasn’t about Aurora Rotary Club, had Although the date of the next election is uncertain, all 160 were collected. cell phones in my desk that I to pay to ship 50 pounds of arrived. indications point to a spring election, possibly around Here’s how it all started. didn’t know how to dispose. dead cell phones to the US Fifteen bucks! The Aurora May 14. In the monthly magazine So, I called the company of A. Rotary Club is now up a It's known that Prime Minister Stephen Harper wants a “The Rotarian”, there (they’re in Edmond, So, I compromised. whopping $15. majority government in the worst way but until recently appeared an advertisement Oklahoma, but the ad “Supposing I get you an Well, maybe a little more; the opinion polls put the Conservative and Liberal parties under the title “We Buy Used offered an “800” number) to American address and you it is, after all, American very close which would mean another minority govern- Cell Phones”. get a few more details. ship the labels there, and I’ll money. ment. The ad, among other “Where?” she asked me. get the cell phones there, Would it be wrong of me Initial response to the federal budget was a jump in the things, said “...and pay up to “Aurora, Ontario...just a would that work?” to think I’ve been had? opinion polls well ahead of the Liberals, who can't seem $50 for each phone.” little north of Toronto.” “Yes,” she said. to get their act together with Stephane Dion as their new Lessee, 50 times 160 is, “That’s not in the United So I gave her an address Ron Wallace leader, although they now appear to have leveled off. uh, a lot of money... States, is it?” just outside Buffalo, New Editor So, it's a good political time to call a federal election providing the Prime Minister can maneuver it so it does- Letters to the Editor n't appear as if he was responsible for calling the election. It didn't come as a result of the federal budget as the Bloc Quebecois agreed to vote with the government to ensure its passage, and that didn't change after the dra- Support Rotary’s annual matic defeat of the separatist party in the Quebec election. The election trigger could be the opposition blocking the government's Clean Air Bill or its legislation on Crime frog race, benefactor urges and Punishment. If that doesn't work, the wily Stephen Harper will find To the editor, In addition, the funds the Great Frog Race that Great Frog Race and con- a way. raised by the local Rotary much needed funding to tribute to the activities There will be many interesting elections such as Subject: Rotary Club for these events are put run these types of com- that give back to their Green Party Leader Elizabeth May taking on Foreign of Aurora Great Frog back into the community. munity programs is community. Minister Peter McKay in his Nova Scotia riding, but one of Race benefits the com- Ontario Track 3 Ski raised. the more interesting elections will be right here in munity. Association for the I encourage the resi- Henk Engles, OMC, Newmarket Aurora with Conservative candidate Lois Disabled is one such dents of Aurora to come Executive Director Brown taking on incumbent Belinda Stronach one more As a benefactor of the benefactor. out and support the Ontario Track 3 time. Rotary Club of Track 3 is a volunteer- Rotary Club of Aurora’s Ski Association It was in March, 2004, when Ms Brown ran against Ms Woodbridge’s Frog Race, run organization that Stronach for the Conservative nomination for the Gail McIntyre’s letter to teaches children and Newmarket Aurora riding and lost out by 100 votes. the editor (The Auroran, youth with disabilities how Alex Ferguson was initially a candidate for the nomi- April 3) has prompted me to ski and snowboard. nation, but dropped out, saying he didn't want to get to respond in order to We have 16 programs involved in the media circus that would follow. share the value of these and 450 volunteers who “Aurora’s Community Newspaper” Ms Stronach was successful in the election that fol- fund-raising events to the dedicate their time to 220 lowed by defeating Liberal candidate Martha Hall Findlay local community. students each season. Published weekly by The Auroran Publications Inc. by a slim margin. First of all, I would like Our programs help At 75 Mary Street, Unit #3 With Ms Stronach crossing the floor in May, 2005, to to acknowledge and these children and young Aurora, L4G 1G3 join the Liberal party, the Newmarket Aurora Riding praise Gail’s passion for adults to learn and Conservative Association called a nomination to select a the environment and that believe in what is possible candidate in June, 2005, for the federal election, whenev- we all need to do our part and in the ability to Publisher Emeritus er it might be called and Lois Brown was the successful to ensure we are being achieve the extraordinary, Rosemary Schumaker candidate. environmentally friendly. regardless of the chal- As pointed out in your lenges that life has placed A month before, Martha Hall Findlay had been Editorial Production response, the Rotary in their path. acclaimed as the federal Liberal candidate for Newmarket Ron Wallace Cynthia Proctor Aurora but stepped down at the request of then Prime does ensure that the frogs In addition, and more [email protected] [email protected] Minister Paul Martin to permit Ms Stronach to represent are removed from the importantly, Track 3 stu- the Liberal party in the riding. river. dents grow emotionally, Dick Illingworth Main Number Belinda Stronach kicked off her re-election campaign In addition, Gail’s socially and in confi- [email protected] 905-727-3300 in Aurora in December, 2005, and was flanked by former assumption that the frogs dence. Liberal MP Dennis Mills and honourary campaign chair- are made in China is not Over the years numer- Photography Classifieds man, former Liberal MPP Charles Beer. valid. ous children and youth David Falconer 905-727-7128 She conceded that her biggest challenge would be in A local company in from Aurora have been [email protected] [email protected] explaining why she changed parties and pointed out that Woodbridge manufac- Track 3 students and have Advertising Facsimile Machine she was not comfortable with the Harper government and tures the frogs, therefore, learned that dreams can Bob Ince 905-727-2620 its relationship with the Bloc Quebecois. contributing to the local come true. economy. It is through events like [email protected] At a Conservative rally in December, 2005, Ms Brown Editorial Department was tagged by the party as the one to beat Belinda. Diane Buchanan [email protected] When Ms Brown was introduced by Stephen Harper, [email protected] she brought down the house with applause from the 600 party faithful in attendance, but went down to defeat by Thanks from Editorial policy Ms Stronach in a “no-contest” battle. In November, 2006, more than a 100 Liberal party faithful acclaimed Belinda Stronach as their candidate for Opinions expressed by columnists, contributors and letter writers are the next federal election when called. those shorn not necessarily those of The Auroran. Letters must include name and In February this year the Conservative Riding phone number, although number will not be published. Names may be Association for Newmarket Aurora elected Lois Brown as To the editor, ED. NOTE: It’s our withheld assuming a compelling reason to do so. Letters may be edit- their candidate, so the two will face off against each other understanding these ed or refused. All contents protected by copyright. for the third time. Thank you to everybody two girls raised more This election could very much depend on the strength who sponsored and support- than $2,500 for Advertising policy and popularity of the local candidates rather than their ed Natasha Holland and me, the Childhood Cancer party affiliation as Liberal Leader Stephane Dion has not for our Cut Off for Cancer. Foundation, when they Publisher is not liable for slight changes or typographical errors that shown himself to be a strong leader. had their hair cut off at do not lessen the value of an advertisement. Disputes must be Meanwhile, Stephen Harper has shown himself to be Alice Sandiford a Regency Acres Public brought to the attention of the publisher prior to the following edition. mean-spirited and a bully, which may scare voters from Age 6 School ceremony giving him the majority he so badly wants. Aurora recently. AURORAN, Week of April 10, 2007 - 5 Machell’s Corners by Scott Johnston

Front Porch Perspective My favourite cartoonists By Stephen Somerville

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. of the excitement and nervousness expressed by my own son the of the car. A good political cartoon is probably worth twice that. first time he sat on the Big Guy's lap. The "03-06" driver hands over the car keys to the "06-10" driver A superior political cartoon can really drive a point home quickly But my favourite cartoon is one that he produced just after last and says "Yeah, its been through a lot, but it's harder to run smooth- and with as much clarity as the most articulate and well-reasoned November's municipal election. ly than you'd think - especially with nine people all trying to steer at editorial. It shows two people. One is wearing a t-shirt that says"03-06 the same time". For my money, the best national affairs cartoonist is Andy Driver", while the second person is wearing a t-shirt with the slogan Good lesson for our council members to keep in mind. Donato of the Toronto Sun. "06-10 Driver" on the front. His talent is our gain. Keep up the excellent work Scott! I find Donato's cartoons to be so very well drawn and he always Beside them is a car that is absolutely beaten up - the windows seems to make a very astute and insightful observation with his are broken, there are dents all over, and a stop sign has been put Stephen can be contacted at: work. through the front window - and it says "Aurora Council" on the side [email protected] I find that most cartoonists either can draw well but don't come up with a great story angle or they have a great story line but can't draw that well. I think Donato has both these skills, in spades. Cathy’s A number of years ago, I was given a book that had a collection Some like it hot of his cartoons. Although he has probably drawn thousand of cartoons, two for Corner me in particular stand out. The first was done in July, 1984, the day after the famous Brian Hello Aurora! I'm back! It wasn't until we returned to the safe shelter of our hotel room Mulroney and John Turner English speaking federal election debate. I know that my absence from page 5 has been a little longer than that I realized that all exposed sunburned skin had received a com- You may recall that was the debate in which Mulroney savaged expected and…well…I hope you noticed I was gone? Maybe even plimentary exfoliation treatment. Turner with his "You had an option" put down. missed me? I figure this is why we didn't come home with a tan. The cartoon had Mulroney, with a huge grin on face, walking I know Scott made it a bit much to hope for, but does anybody "Well," I said to Damir, "at least we know it isn't going to snow. It past Turner, who is shown gripping the podium with both hands and out there remember me??? never snows in Virginia Beach!" has a deer caught in the headlights kind of look on his face. Yes, I would be the Cathy who went gallivanting off to Virginia It snowed. Mulroney quips, "Enjoyed the debate John…nice to see you Beach several weeks ago. My trip was…um…eventful. As the locals whipped out their cameras to capture the rare relaxed." Damir and I started stripping in Pennsylvania, and by the time we Kodak moment, Damir and I sought refuge at a local mall. Damir's My favourite Donato cartoon though, was one of former Ontario got to Maryland, the temptation to peel off the last remaining layer of purchases included thick track pants and a cozy hooded sweatshirt, Premier John Robarts and former Quebec federal cabinet minister clothing became unbearable so we stopped at a mall to buy some while I bagged not one, but two wind and water resistant warm-up Jean-Luc Pepin. shorts and tanks. suits - just in case it rained while the wind was blowing…which, by In 1977, these two gentlemen were appointed to head the "Task It seemed like the civilized thing to do. the time we were done shopping, it was. Force on Canadian Unity". It was 80 degrees Fahrenheit! I patted myself on the back for remembering to bring an umbrel- This task force was created by the federal government as a With the sunroof fully cranked open, we continued to Virginia in la. response to the election of the Parti Quebecois, which sought polit- our cool new duds. Yes, that would be the umbrella that flipped inside out the last ical independence for Quebec in the 1976 provincial election. It wasn't until we arrived in our hotel room that I realized that the time I used it - the one whose ribs had snapped into permanent The cartoon has Robarts and Pepin walking side by side, with affliction that was making me scratch my bum for the past five hours grotesque deformity during Aurora's last monsoon. Robarts carrying a huge stack of notes and papers, while Pepin is was the price tag in my pants. I know I should have pitched it in the nearest "Please Don't Litter" not carrying anything. The temperature topped out at about 85 degrees F the next day. container, but it matches my rain jacket. Robarts says to Pepin, "How 'bout tomorrow, I carry the solutions Some like it hot and we are card-carrying members of that Yes, that would be the one I forgot to bring. and you carry all the problems!" bunch! Needless to say, I felt justified in purchasing two warm-up suits This cartoon quickly and expertly captured the enormity - and Undaunted by the wind kicking sand up in our faces, Damir and and I wore both of them…at the same time. the frustration - surrounding the national unity file. I sprawled out on the beach after a long, leisurely walk along the The temperature climbed to a welcome high of 60 degrees F on We are fortunate to have someone in our midst whose work is boardwalk. our last day, so I cut back to one warm-up suit. just as creative and timely in his examination of local issues as It wasn't until we showered and dressed for dinner that I realized It was gloriously sunny when I took pictures on the beach and in Donato is in following national issues. that the affliction that was making me feel a little tender and a lot sore the State Park and if you saw them, you wouldn't believe we spent Who am I speaking of? Who else, but The Auroran's own, Scott was…sunburn. most of our vacation huddling for warmth. Johnston of Machell's Corners. That evening, as we walked to a nearby seafood restaurant look- The drive home was pleasantly uneventful, unlike my first trip up Mr. Johnston's cartoons are always timely and convey an impor- ing like a shipment of lobsters, I asked Damir through chattering the stairs upon arriving home. tant message. He is also an excellent illustrator. teeth: "Why does it feel like the temperature dropped about 40 Yes, it was quite a trip. I lost my footing and fell, injuring my shoul- Choosing my favourite from his body of work over the years is degrees?" der. hard, but here goes. "It's just a wild guess," he said, shivering, "but it could be because As I lay on the floor unable to move…thinking I had died, it As we all know, late last year there was great concern that an the temperature has dropped 40 degrees." occurred to me to wonder if I would go to heaven or to hell. Aurora institution, the Horse Show, was not going to be held in 2007 Our morning walk the next day featured hats, scarves and "How bad can hell be," I wondered. "I heard it's always hot there." at Machell Park. gloves. **** Mr. Johnston's December 19, 2006, cartoon neatly sums up the The only things missing from the peaceful, relaxing experience So in case anybody was wondering, that should explain my pro- situation - from an entirely unique perspective - that of the horse. of battling the elements for survival were parkas, mukluks and ther- longed absence. Mr. Johnston's cartoon had a horse sitting on Santa's lap. Santa mal underwear. And just in case nobody remembers me, check out the latest says to the horse, "I don't know… no one's ever asked me for an It was 37 degrees F, with winds coming at us at a mere 200 issue of "Klutz Magazine". I'm on the cover. entire agricultural fair and horse show before…" mph...from every direction. The horse is shown thinking to himself, "Please! Please!" There was enough sand blasting activity happening to give our Cathy Vrancic welcomes e-mail at: The expression on the horse's face is wonderful and reminds me clothes the stone washed look. [email protected] 6 - AURORAN, Week of April 10, 2007 Letter to the Editor This reader has a solution for Aurora Council’s “dysfunction” By DICK ILLINGWORTH To the editor, they begin each session is to purify each person's One never knows, some- with a sweet grass ceremo- thoughts and sayings so thing of value might be BOUQUETS to Councillor Evelyn Buck for her attempt to In response to the many ny. that only that which is accomplished accompanied bring some closure to the future use of the former recent letters to the editor One person in the group friendly and constructive is by a feeling of respect and Aurora Hydro building and a decision on the long regarding the problems of lights the sweet grass which allowed to be spoken. The dignity. outstanding library square issue and getting shot the "dysfunctional" Aurora is then presented one-by- circle also indicates the down by a 5-4 vote in one of the worst council meetings for Town Council, I have a pos- one to each person in the equality of each of the par- Dr. David W. Roe many years. sible solution. circle. Each individual then ticipants and the impor- Aurora I have had the honour takes some of the smoke tance of treating each other BRICKBATS to councillors who ask questions and make and privilege of attending and pours it over their entire with respect. ED. NOTE: No doubt comments at council meetings on subjects that many Native (First Nations) body, from head to toe. Perhaps this ceremony the “smoke police” would have nothing to do with topic under discussion, gatherings. This is a cleansing cere- would be good for Aurora show up and arrest the such as at the recent public planning meeting. 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Steve believed it was time to establish a similar In 1985, Steve joined the newly formed Aurora Optimists Club committee within Aurora, developing the framework and which sponsors the recreational hockey program for 5 and 6 a successful model in Aurora that could be extended to year olds known as ‘Opti Hockey’. Steve ran the program for other communities within York region. While serving on 4 years and watched it successfully grow from 4 to 16 teams. Picture of Steve the Aurora Town Council, Hinder acquired the In 1988, Steve enjoyed being the President of the Optimist Hinder assistance of long-time Aurora resident and Police Club. Superintendent, Lowell McClenny and together they established the Aurora P.A.C.T. Committee which was Today, Steve coordinates the Youth Justice Committee for st inaugurated on June 1 , 1998. York Region. This is a diversion program which gives Crown Attorney appointed first-offenders the opportunity to be placed Hinder as Chairman of P.A.C.T., promoted the before a panel of volunteers representing the community. development of a “Community Safety Village” drawing Sanctions are negotiated, levied and if performed adequately, on his observations of the successful Scarborough avoid returning to the formal court system. “The kids get a Steve Hinder, a former Toronto Police officer and Children’s Safety Village. The P.A.C.T. committee second chance”, says Steve, “and if you can make a difference member of the Aurora Town Council, envisioned the made it their primary, long term objective. The in a young persons life, then you’ve really made a development of a Police Liaison committee. "The Community Safety Village was opened on May 14th, contribution!” community is the best resource the Police have, in 2005, and is now successfully teaching children about order for the police to succeed they have to work fire, traffic and personal safety. When asked what message he would send, Steve responded together with the community" states Mr. Hinder. While with, “If you live in a community and you take from a serving on the Toronto Police Force he experienced Although Steve is no longer an active member of community, then you have a responsibility to give something the benefits and effectiveness of Community Police P.A.C.T., he continues to be a very active member of back to that community, and don’t be surprised if you end up Liaison committees, and also that within this the Aurora community. Steve has lived in Aurora since being the recipient of all the good that comes from that”. partnership the community began to understand some 1975 and began his community involvement coaching of the challenges which are encountered by the police. Midget and Juvenile hockey and baseball.

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York Group Realty Inc., Brokerage¨ Dr. G.W. Williams’ location Independently Owned and Operated “Picture your house sold” meeting scheduled April 23 Bus: 905-727-1941 Direct: 905-726-8091 ED. NOTE: Following is a embraced by the school and the Please keep the school at es in this northeast area of the BRYAN BLACK Sales Representative letter addressed to Aurora- community is really something Dunning Avenue and let all our Town. 15004 Yonge St. King school trustee Gord to see. kids enjoy the space for sports With that said, there are Aurora, ON L4G 1M6 Kerr from an Aurora resident, The other programs are along with a fine new school. many variables to be taken into followed by Mr. Kerr’s doing the same things: girl’s field account and a need to hear response. hockey, girls’ and boys’ soccer, Paul S. Cooke from the community regarding boys’ lacrosse, girls’ flag football Aurora the potential implications. CRIMINAL Dear Mr. Kerr, and track and field. (How does I appreciate hearing your DEFENCE the school offer all these pro- perspective. By now, I’m sure you have grams on a field and a half?) Dear Paul, The board recently posted BAIL YOUNG been inundated with letters from Yes, school is the most additional information on the OFFENDERS staff and parents regarding important part of educating but Thank you for your e-mail main Board website at this Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary sports builds character and concerning the Dr. G.W. address: http://www.yrdsb. WILLS, REAL ESTATES ESTATE School. team building. Williams Secondary School edu.on.ca/page.cfm?id=SR000 Susan E.Tucker Some want it to stay where it These, too, are extremely replacement. 0001. FAMILY Lawyer & Notary Public is and others want to have it in important; as I’m sure you are The York Region District The site contains all of the LAW 905 727-7775 their own backyard. aware, in business, education or School Board is continuing its information presented to staff Well, here’s another one. whatever else these young peo- exploration of options for the and the community to date, I’m trying to be objective and ple decide to do in their futures. replacement of Williams and is including an analysis of how 15085 Yonge Street Aurora Ont L4G1M3 see positives for both options I am a Canadian through taking a wide variety of consid- many high schools are required WALK IN’s WELCOME but no matter how I look at it I and through. erations into account. to serve the students and fami- see more advantages to the But sometimes I do envy While board staff initially rec- lies of Aurora in the future. Dunning model. things I see south of the border. ommended a replacement of As I mentioned, there are The major stumbling block to If this topic were raised in a the school on site in September, many variables to be taken into this is the potential sale of the community our size in the 2006, consideration is being consideration in developing a Dunning property and this real- United States, there would not given to the plans and timing for final recommendation and deci- ly concerns me. It’s evident that be a discussion. It would be the development of the ‘2C’ sion. it’s a done deal and it appears to staying where it is. lands in the northeast area of The next community meet- be all about money.That is sad. High school sports are para- Aurora. ing will take place on April 23rd The concerns brought up at mount in those communities As a result, the planning at 7 p.m. at Dr. G.W. Williams Of Northwood Mortgage Ltd the Parents presentation last and we are trying to plant that team began a reassessment of Secondary School. week regarding the construc- seed here. that initial recommendation and Thank you for sharing your Mortgage Financing tion at Dunning are being over I do not understand how a entered into a feasibility study perspective with me on this. Yes YOU can get a Mortgage even if the Bank Turned YOU Down blown. move to the northern part of the phase to take into account the Debt Consolidation Equity Take out The kids will have no access school zone benefits those to future development area. Gord Kerr Equity Line of Credit Purchase or Refinance to the construction area, you the south and I really don’t The initial assessment indi- Trustee, Let US show YOU how to make your know and I know that the prop- agree with the numbers being cates that a greater proportion AuroraÐKing Mortgage TAX DEDUCTABLE er precautions will be taken.The shown either. of future Williams students will York Region demolition of the old building Multi-family residents in sin- most likely have home address- District School Board would probably be done over gle dwelling homes are already 905-726-4335 the summer and thus eliminat- happening in the Bayview area. ing any other concern. Even if it The Bayview Avenue corri- System, not citizens, wasn’t, that site would be dor is going to be a raceway fenced off and not an issue. once the stretch between EUGENIE’S HAIR CARE It’s only an issue if you make Wellington and Bloomington is is cause of problem it one. If you really want the widened (it’s already 5 lanes To the editor, Gaertner are among them. Cut, Style, school to remain on site then wide). Council needs to address you put a positive spin on every- Yonge Street is already at its Hugo Kroon's letter ("He the conversion to a ward system Colours & Perms... thing. max capacity and stop lights blames the voters for Aurora's immediately so that four years and a I am really disappointed in control traffic at an acceptable problems” - letter to the editor, hence we might elect a council the Board’s low level of impor- flow and York Transit, VIVA and The Auroran, April 3) questions truly representative of the citi- Tanning Bed Too! tance regarding the sport facili- GO are all available on Yonge the intelligence of Aurora's vot- zens of the town. ties and the sports programs at Street. ers in re-electing the disruptive I have grave doubts that this the high school level. Business will suffer enor- and obnoxious Evelyn Buck. matter will be even considered Come and relax. The large grounds at the mously with a move to the His letter, written with a tone by this council. Dunning site are extremely north, and I can believe that the of Schadenfreude (he is a resi- I also wish that the Municipal important to the programs that response from the panel was, dent of Bethesda), is only partly Act were changed to disallow Just call Karen for an are currently being offered by “That is not something we factor correct. the election of mayors who do appointment at the Phys. Ed. Department. into our decision.” The real problem lies with not have a majority of votes. 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Why ed 38 per cent of Aurora's citi- To Mr. Kroon I would say that about teen vandalism and couldn’t this still be considered? zens, many new to the area, are the fault lies not so much with gangs. Dr. G.W. Williams presented with a confusing list of the good citizens of Aurora, but This school is finally getting Secondary School will carry on a score of candidates, of which rather with the present system. a football program off the no matter where it is decided to one chooses eight. ground that is not only being be located. They tick off the first eight George Gonsalves embraced by the school popu- It would be of better service and, of course, Buck and Aurora lation but also by the communi- to the students, parents and ty. community if it stayed where it The team building and is, as a large useable, function- growth of the young men is al, serviceable and beautiful ONUMENTS BY DON’T GET CAUGHT incredible. piece of property where the kids M To watch these young boys would be safe and have access HOMPSONS WITH YOUR grow into men and be to everything they need. 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At last week’s general com- forward for early approval since about $600,000 with the It was estimated there eration of the artificial turf until be an inconvenience requiring mittee meeting approval was the Youth Soccer Club lost the Soccer Club contributing 10 would be a cost saving of more 2007. adjustments to the house given in principle to install artifi- use of five playing fields at St. per cent. than $600,000 during the life- At the general committee league and rep team sched- cial turf at the soccer playing Andrew's College for the 2007 Research indicated there time of the facility. meeting a letter was presented ules, but the benefits would field in Sheppard's Bush, pro- season. were major advantages in pro- During the discussion of the from the soccer club support- outweigh the risks. viding it doesn't interfere with In view of the field shortage, viding greater on-going use of capital budget in 2005 with the ing an early tender call and the The general committee the Youth Soccer Club's play- staffers sought early approval the facility with an extended cost of the sports field estimat- commitment to contribute 10 also gave early approval for ing schedule. so tenders could be called. season and greatly reduced ed at $650,000, the Leisure per cent of the cost up to the reconstruction of Aurora Town staff members said Completion of the facility is maintenance costs expected Services Advisory Committee $60,000. Heights Drive from Yonge the project was being brought expected by June 1 at a cost of from the artificial turf. voted 5-4 to postpone consid- It was also noted the club's Street to Foreht Crescent, playing season starts May 1, Laurentide Avenue, Illingworth which caused some concern Court and the Machell Park One time MP here, John Roberts dies for committee members due parking lot. to the month gap between the The project includes the From page 1 and to launch a political cam- large and diverse and cov- St. Paul's in the 1974 election start of the playing season reconstruction/ replacement Liberal Party by surprise as paign. ered all facets of Canadian and was appointed to the and the date when the field of the watermain, road, curb the party did not have a candi- When the election was life, and as there wasn't an Cabinet in 1976 as Minister of would be ready for play. and gutter, sidewalk and date, while the PCs had for- called, John Roberts looked incumbent, he entered the Culture, a position he held As a result approval in prin- upgrading street lighting mer Senator Wallace for a riding in Southern race, was nominated, and until the Liberal defeat in ciple was given depending on where required. McCutcheon of Gormley who Ontario as he had been born moved to King City. 1979. the wishes of the soccer club Estimated cost of the proj- had been nominated several in Hamilton in 1933 and had In May, 1968, his drive for He was a passionate due to the shortage of fields. ect is $2.6 million months earlier. grown up in Toronto. He went election got into high gear champion of Canadian Arts Club officials advised Council is expected to rati- In May, 1968, to the University of Toronto with a visit by Prime Minister and Culture and was instru- council the June 1 date would fy the decisions this week. McCutcheon, who owned a and obtained a Political Pierre Elliott Trudeau to the mental in introducing legisla- large cattle ranch on Leslie Science. He later obtained a riding. tion to protect Canada's Street, held a press confer- doctorate from Oxford Roberts was successful in Heritage. ence in Aurora's La Colony University. the election defeating When the Liberals came www.youngdrivers.com Restaurant to announce his He expressed an interest McCutcheon and NDP candi- back to power less than a resignation from the Senate in York Simcoe because it was date Donald McFadyen and year later, Roberts was soon became a well-known appointed Environment APRIL 14 figure in the community. Minister. During the 1971 election Roberts ran for the leader- 2 WEEKS Look for higher Roberts ran again and in July, ship of the Liberal Party in arranged with Prime Minister 1984, piling up debts in a Trudeau to visit the Aurora campaign that he lost to John 905-726-4132 Community Centre for a rally. Turner and he lost his seat ratesAurora’s taxi rates for could tionaltaxis 200 metres to 35 He was re-elected in 1971 when the Liberals were go up within the month. cents. but lost his seat in the 1972 defeated in 1985. Residents can expect to The $2.75 start rate for election at the hands of PC He taught political science start paying higher fares the first 200 metres would candidate Sinclair Stevens. and political theory at after the general committee remain as the increase However, Roberts was Concordia, Brock and Oxford endorsed a staff recommen- would only apply to addition- elected in the Toronto riding of Universities. dation to increase the rate al metres. The last adjust- from 28 cents for each addi- ment was in 2004. Prior to making a recom- State Farm® mendation, staff members Providing Insurance and Financial Services surveyed adjacent munici- Canadian Head Offices: Aurora, Ontario palities and found the pro- Skating posed increase mirrors the adjustment recently Allan Cruickshank, Agent approved in Newmarket. 300 Wellington St E Aurora, ON L4G 1J5 results Currently a resident tak- Bus: 905-727-2749 The following members of ing a taxi to Newmarket [email protected] the Aurora Skating Club from Aurora would pay one successfully passed tests rate, but returning, even by P045151CN 4/04 recently: the same taxi company, would pay a higher rate. Light up your life! Preliminary Dance The proposed change Lighting • Fixtures • Fans Dutch Waltz: Brianna Gibbons, would make the Aurora rate Molly Brenzel, Sarah Warner, comparable with Rachel Kennedy, Mari Mueller, Newmarket. 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He has been a regular received a threatening letter FLAT By BRIAN WARBURTON from a solicitor representing Jenny Nails Spa SCREENS visitor of the meetings, but TV Among the problems of aging for many seniors, is an has never been allowed to the animal hospital, when Professional Nails & Waxing for Men & Women everyday, habitual lack of exercise. speak to his issue. he was doing what the town SPRING AND SUMMER SPECIALS At this meeting he quot- should have been doing and The body gets little exercise and the mind lacks the Free waxing* Men’s Spa Men’s ed from an item in The he was trying to contact the Free Personal $22 Tuesday challenges of former years. with any $35 Pedicure Manicure Minister of the Environment. Kit* Spa Pedicure For many seniors, retirement and the inevitable dete- Auroran’s Rumours and Services $22 Everyday $12 rioration in body and diminishing mental faculties, Ramblings section when at Mr. Nimmo angrily stated including powers to reason or to remember and to learn that time former Councillor a report had been prepared Mani + Spa Pedi Bio-Gel Powder Gel Acrylic Under Arms Bikini Brazilian even, are something to be tolerated as inevitable, but Phyllis Morris had appeared but no one at the town want- $35 $40 $30 $28 $10 $15 $25 before Aurora Council in ed to read it and added that which are self-inflicted, in part at least. Gift Certificates Available Mon.-Fri. 10-8 On the positive and bright side of this challenging 2001, to make a presenta- as the town had approved a 18 Wellington St. East (WALK-IN WELCOME) Sat 10-6 Aurora (Next to Mac’s) (905) 727-9900 WE ACCEPT problem, is the power we each possess to manage and tion about the need for leg- site plan for the develop- VISA & MASTERCARD mitigate by different degrees and depending among islation pertaining to free ment, it was impossible to www.jennynailsspa.ca & INTERAC other things on health, how precipitous or gradual is our speech at council meetings stop it. decline. as they had in British He was advised that his Among the members of the Aurora Seniors’ Columbia. comments would be FAIRLAWN PAINTING Association (ASA), particularly the ones who get He said this was the third reviewed and he would be RESIDENTIAL -INTERIOR &EXTERIOR -FAUX FINISHES involved in activities and with other members, I see in council he had appeared advised accordingly. many familiar members, sturdy resilience and reason- before and not one of them In August, 2002, he was ably good health. had listened to him or his back to complain about the SPRING SPECIAL We govern how we manage our own minds and bod- legal problems and his cor- construction taking place on PAINTED FRONT DOOR & GARAGE DOOR ies, if we choose to, and we are often hugely influential respondence had not been the property and the lack of (SINGLE OR TWO CAR GARAGE) environmental information over those around us. answered and he was in -INCLUDES PAINT Available to any senior in the ASA is a variety of men- danger of losing everything available about the property. (1 COLOR TRIM –1 COLOR FRONT & GARAGE DOORS) tally stimulating pursuits, and a variety of activities he had worked for as his He said a barrel of old oil which provide physical activity. legal bills were over $1,700. was still on the property and $350.00 The more active we are, the more we tend to do, and The town solicitor said he displayed a series of ASK US ABOUT the more people with whom we meet and socialize, the the town was not in litigation photographs of the property. STAINING DECKS AND FENCES sweeter life becomes. with Mr. Nimmo and the He was advised that the The ASA offers a multitude of activities and programs legal case was between him Ministry of the Environment CALL TODAY and should be checked out by all seniors, even those and the adjacent property had noted there was nothing 416-543-1624 possessed by the feeling of not being ready for the sen- owner. wrong with the property and SERVING THE AURORA COMMUNITY iors yet. Most of the present members experienced that In 2002, Mr. Nimmo, then there was little council could feeling but once exposed to the ASA, promptly discard- a resident of Ransom Street do to assist him. ed it and joined in the fun at the centre. beside a former Shell gas In April, 2005, he This year the ASA will host the annual Volunteer station being renovated as returned to Aurora Council Appreciation event Wednesday, April 18, from 7 p.m. an animal hospital, made and once again he com- When You Want It Done Right until 9 p.m. Please join us! another appearance before plained about the lack of Many of our members volunteer sometime during the council to complain about action by the town in York Region’s Choice for Home Renovations year, sometimes with major contributions and some- the shabby treatment he responding to his requests. times with the important behind the scenes help that is had received from the town. He appeared before Spring Fever Special: 10% Discount so vital and so often goes unseen. He had complained council in September but I want to acknowledge all who volunteer, highly visi- about the lack of environ- was refused permission to on all ¥ New Decks & Patios ble or not, including the kitchen staff and the reception- mental cleanup around the speak on the basis he was ¥ Bathroom Renovations ist volunteers at the front counter. former gas station and in litigation, which he These volunteers are ladies mostly and all are excel- warned of future potential denied. We also offer: lent members who provide luncheons and refreshments problems. He appeared again in • Home Renovations • Interior & Exterior Painting including the morning cup of coffee and who greet us He said a 15-year-old August last year but was not • Landscaping • Handyman Services with a smile when we sign in. flowering almond tree was allowed to speak and was If you would like to volunteer in any capacity, make dying in his backyard and he told to put his concerns in • Flooring • Design Consultation your interest known to a receptionist and you will find was concerned about fur- writing. As he left the coun- yourself very welcome. ther pollution damage. cil chambers he said there Satisfying York Region residents for over a decade! The April computer classes have started and you can He pointed out that more was no longer free speech WE GUARANTEE: still join a class if there is room. than four truckloads of soil in Aurora. • Superior Services • Affordable Rates May is probably the last month for computer instruc- had been removed from the In a letter in The Auroran • Flexible Schedules • Dependable Staff tion before the summer break, which is normally June, site and asked whether a he wrote that he had sent July and August. building permit had been seven letters and had only Call today to reserve your If you require help or instruction, sign up any Tuesday issued. received one reply. SPRING FEVER SPECIAL! and instruction will commence in May. He returned to council He claimed soil had been Every Tuesday in the computer room and beginning later but was not allowed to moved from the site, in an at 10 a.m., members interested in computing gather for speak as Mayor Tim Jones unmarked truck and there informal questions and answers or a presentation and to ruled it was a legal issue was the possibility contami- chat with each other. between Nimmo and the nated soil had been moved Two Brothers General Contractors This is a wonderful opportunity to view the modern Abbotsford Animal Hospital to another location. computer equipment and decide how much you might and based on legal advice And so the saga contin- Renovations Done Right! benefit by joining. council could not hear him. ues. 905-727-3964

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The survey was sent to 146 places of business and He told members of the association that the retail plaza only 28 responded and of these 18 supported the removal competition must be met head on by making the down- of all restrictions, nine suggested the restrictions be After the closure of Aurora Vacations I took time off to assess town a more attractive shopping area to attract shoppers. updated and one had no opinion. the current trends in the travel industry. He added that if they did nothing to meet the competi- Some of the bylaws dated back to the 1920s under As I return to the profession I love, I am an agent who is tion the area was dead and they wouldn't win by lying which evening closing hours and Wednesday afternoon committed to excellent service. In order to attain this goal, I am down and saying it didn't work in the past. hours had been regulated for many years. operating, as an independent agent who strives to meet your Members agreed to take a step in that direction by Indicative of the lack of interest was the attendance at travel needs by offering unsurpassed personal assistance and deciding to meet with council and request that the down- the council meeting with only three men, all from the same attention to detail. Please contact me. town core be designated as a Business Improvement jug milk chain, in the audience although the meeting and Email: [email protected] Tel: District (BIA). the issue had been widely advertised. Under the proposal, merchants in the area would be 416.417.6843 assessed an extra business tax to be used for downtown REMEMBERING THE MILKMAN improvements and enhancements and joint advertising. With the threat of additional competition from the Wal- The clippity-clop of the milkman's horse making its Mart store and the retail complex on the promenade and daily delivery and the clinking of milk bottles vanished courtyard of the new shopping centre, the downtown area from our neighbourhoods sometime in the 1950s. needs another Ira Thayer. When the jug milk stores took over, the milkmen grad- ually disappeared as it was no longer profitable, ending a WHERE ARE THE HERITAGE SIGNS? personal service to your door for milk, butter and other dairy products. Prior to September, 1988, numbers for Yonge Street in Usually, the horse hauling the wagon knew most of the Aurora started at Wellington Street and properties were stops. numbered as Yonge Street North and Yonge Street South At that time milk was 11 cents a quart and butter 25 and it was easy to identify and find a location. cents a pound. Margarine was unknown. With the implementation of the 911 emergency phone Locally Bud Gilbert, Aurora's 2005 Citizen of the Year, Cars & Vans system there was the potential danger of duplication for was route supervisor for Cousins Dairy and remembers Trust Goodyear tires for greater control in any driving condition. emergency services responding to a call and not knowing the days of home milk delivery by horse and wagon. INSTANT REBATE ON A SET OF 4** whether the location was in Aurora, Newmarket or 14" or Less 15" 16" or Greater Richmond Hill. SLAPPING AURORA REAL ESTATE AGENTS $ * $ * $ * As a result, a uniform numbering system was approved 20 30 40 for north/south routes starting at Lake Ontario resulting in In April, 1989, Aurora made headlines in the dailies a five-digit number for York Region, which created difficul- over a story about the Ontario Ministry of Housing chas- ties for the general public to determine where a property tising Aurora real estate agents. was located. Housing Minister Chaviva Hosek slapped some of the Performance In 2003, Councillor Ron Wallace conceived the idea of agents on the wrist for what she claimed was fear-mon- Goodyear makes tires with Carbon Fibre for precise handling and improved cornering. INSTANT REBATE ON A SET OF 4** dividing the downtown area into three heritage districts, gering. 14" or Less 15" 16" or Greater so that in addition to the address, the district name would It seems an Aurora real estate firm wrote to Richmond $ * $ * $ * help the public to identify the location. Hill homeowners near a proposed non-profit apartment 30 40 50 In February, 2005, the Economic Development complex, suggesting that the housing project would lower Advisory Committee discussed the Wallace suggestion their property values. with a recommendation to council that the necessary The Minister called a press conference at Queen's funds be included in the 2006 capital budget. 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