Aurora First Fridays and Stolp Block Party 2024
The Aurora First Fridays and Stolp Block Party Friday, Aug. 2 continue the family time and good weather in Downtown Aurora August 2.
Mayor of Aurora appoints Dan Barreiro in Ward 1
By Jason Crane Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin announced his appointment of Dan Barreiro as the new Ward 1 alderman Tuesday, August 6 at the Aurora City Council Committee of the Whole meeting. If approved next week, Barreiro’s term will be until the next general election in April 2025. Barreiro,
Home Energy Savings program at APLD August 15
Are you tired of sky-high energy bills? Want to reduce your carbon footprint and help the environment? The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) is bringing its expertise to the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) with a Home Energy Savings program Thursday, Aug. 15. This event is an opporunity to learn practical
Memories: Many good restaurants in Aurora
By Ricky Rieckert Welcome readers; This week, we continue on South Lake Street in Aurora, where Arnold Avenue runs East and Jericho Road runs West. A block away, on the west side of the street, I believe originally was a Gas Station. It then became a hot dog and sandwich
Christmas in July at Plum Landing in Aurora
Residents and staff members at Aurora’s Plum Landing retirement community celebrated Christmas in July Sunday, July 28.
Aurora’s Puerto Rican Heritage Week, vibrant
Bright colors and pageantry were part of Aurora’s Puerto Rican Heritage Week last week.
Eleven candidates for Aurora alderman in Ward 1
A diverse group of applicants have expressed interest in serving as Aurora’s next Ward 1 alderman. Due to the resignation of Ward 1 Alderman Emmanuel Llamas, the Aurora mayor must appoint a new alderman to serve until the next general election in April 2025. The group consists of nine men
Community Voices celebrates diverse experiences
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is excited to announce our upcoming Community Voices exhibit celebrating the rich tapestry of South Asian heritage. Whether you were born and raised in Aurora or have recently arrived, your experiences and perspectives are invaluable. We invite you to share your unique story and
Eola Road Library Branch plans upgrades
Aurora Lions Club members recently learned of Aurora Public Library District plans for Eola Road branch upgrades. In a Lions meeting at Santori Aurora Public Library July 18, APLD executive director, Michaela Haberkern, provided history, floor plans, and renderings for the $11.3 million project. According to Haberkern, renovations will include
Aurora ribbon-cutting and tour at new Stolp Island Theatre
Mayor Richard C. Irvin, of Aurora, along with City staff members and Paramount Theatre officials, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, July 19.
Mayor of Aurora appoints deputy fire chief Nickel
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council unanimously approved a Resolution to appoint Kevin Nickel as deputy fire chief at the Tuesday, July 23 Aurora City Council meeting. Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin swore in Kevin Nickel, who was most recently assistant chief of operations with the Aurora Fire Department.
Prince Castle burgers and shakes in Aurora
By Ricky Rieckert Last week we made it to Lake Street in Aurora in the recapture of businesses in Aurora in past years. Just one-half block from Lake Street, on West New York Street, on the south side, was another Prince Castle restaurant with burger and one-in-a million shakes. South
Aurora City Council considers long-time grocer’s request
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council is considering a $325,000 loan to an Aurora grocer to turn a vacant West Side building into its fourth store. The agenda at the Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting, Tuesday, July 16 presented a Resolution to approve a forgivable loan to Carniceria
Memories in Aurora: Rivoli, glass company
By Ricky Rieckert Hi everyone. I left off at Lincoln Avenue and East New York Street, last week in the recapture of Aurora businesses in years past. I know a woman who used to live in the brick three-story apartment building, on the southeast corner. When they were kids, she
Aurora Fourth of July parade 2024
Members and family of the Citizen Police Academy Alumni of Aurora, march in Aurora’s Fourth of July Parade, July 4.
Independence Day entertainment a hit at Tanner House Museum in Aurora
Jake Barto from Geneva, left, helps provide entertainment for a crowd at the 57th Annual Independence Day Celebration at the Tanner House museum, July 4, in Aurora.
Aurora alderman-at-large John Laesch, announces campaign for mayor of Aurora
Supporters join Aurora alderman-at-large John Laesch, center, Sunday, June 30, at Millennium Plaza in Aurora for the announcement of his campaign for mayor of Aurora.
Matt Monaco’s Texaco flew a white flag for victory
By Ricky Rieckert Dear readers, subscribers, and patrons, Happy Fourth of July! This week, on East New York Street at Union Street, on the northeast corner, was Matt’s Texaco. Matt Monaco owned and operated it. He had a white flag outside of the station, for a Chicago White Sox win,
Aurora Blues Mural in Mundy Park is open
Mayor of Aurora, Richard C. Irvin holds the bell while mural artist Max Sansing rings it in dedication of the new mural, Tuesday, June 18, in the heart of downtown Aurora at 31 S. Broadway.