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Aurora government helps Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA)

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By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council approved by a vote of 9-2, a Resolution directing officials to proceed with the implementation of Phase I of a 3-phase financial sustainability plan for the Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA) in an amount not to exceed $13.8 million. Aldermen Ted Mesiacos and...

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Sixth annual Aurora Pooch Parade Oct. 6

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The sixth annual Aurora Pooch Parade will take place Sunday, Oct. 6, at 11 a.m. at the Sunken Garden of Phillips Park, 1000 Ray Roses Drive in Aurora. The public is invited. To enter: •All dogs must be current on vaccinations. •All must be socialized. •All must have a standard...

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Greek owned restaurants, Whoppers of the past

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By Ricky Rieckert Dear reader’s, It was brought to my attention that when I wrote about S. Lake Street, a couple of weeks ago, I forgot to include Hardee’s, which was between Gayle and Prairie Street’s, on S. Lake Street. They had a store on N. Farnsworth Avenue and Indian...

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Free vision exams for children ages six months to 16 years at Aurora Library

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Free vision exams for children ages six months to 16 years will be offered from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at Santori Aurora Public Library, 101 S. River Street in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. Advance registration is not required. Walk-ins are...

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Ted Mesiacos announces run for mayor of Aurora
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Alderman Ted Mesiacos Announces Run for Aurora Mayor

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Today, alderman Ted Mesiacos (Ward 3) formally announced his campaign to serve as mayor of Aurora.  Ted Mesiacos is a devoted father of two, alderman, architect, small business owner, civil servant, 2nd generation immigrant, and native Auroran running for mayor. Mesiacos said: “It’s an honor of a lifetime to run...

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Aurora City Council considers financial plan for ACCA

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By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council is considering a Resolution directing officials to proceed with the implementation of Phase I of a 3-phase financial sustainability plan for the Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA) in an amount not to exceed $13.8 million. City government of Aurora documents show since the...

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Aurora Fiestas Patrias Sept. 7-8

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The City of Aurora, in partnership with RiverEdge Park, and the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board, are excited to announce that the 12th annual Fiestas Patrias Festival September 7 and 8 at RiverEdge Park in downtown Aurora. Gates will open on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 3:30 p.m.. Opening music acts...

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Employment at the Blue Lantern Restaurant in Aurora, 1973

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By Ricky Rieckert Hope everyone had a wonderful Labor Day. This week in Aurora, I’m going to touch base about the Blue Lantern Restaurant on E. New York Street. Some people wanted to know more about the restaurant. In the Summer of 1973, my brother, a year younger and I...

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Construction of three Aurora fire stations another step closer

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By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council approved a proposal for the construction management of three new fire stations at the City Council meeting Tuesday, Aug. 27. The Resolution authorizes the director of the Purchasing Department to execute an agreement with Leopardo Construction, Inc. of Hoffman Estates, Ill. in the...

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Aurora’s past: Roundhouse, railroad on the road

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By Ricky Rieckert I hope everyone has a beautiful upcoming Labor Day weekend. This week in Aurora, we take off at Broadway and Illinois Avenue and go south. On the riverside, west of Illinois is Carl Stirn’s Boat Marina. It’s been around a long time. I purchased my first yacht...

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Downtown Aurora Alley Art Fest Aug. 31

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Alley Art Festival will fill downtown Aurora with artists for its 14th year from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31. The free festival will bring more than 90 Aurora area artists to the downtown. The popular, grassroots art festival will be staged at pedestrian-friendly Water Street Mall and Downer...

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New owner at popular Banana Split

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By Jason Crane Banana Split, a longtime ice cream shop which served customers late Spring through early Fall every year, changed ownership last week. Daniel Cuevas of Aurora became the owner of Banana Split Wednesday, Aug. 14 following his purchase from Randy and Lisa Brown of Aurora who are retiring...

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Aurora City Council considers three new fire stations

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By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council listened to a proposal for the construction of three new fire stations at the Aurora city government Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting Tuesday, Aug. 20. The Resolution authorizes the director of the Purchasing Department to execute an agreement with Leopardo Construction, Inc....

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Aurora City Council approves Barreiro as new Ward 1 alderman

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By Jason Crane Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin’s appointment of Dan Barreiro as the new Ward 1 alderman was approved 10-1 by the Aurora City Council Tuesday, Aug. 13. Ward 8 alderwoman Patty Smith was the dessenting vote, without explanation. A swearing-in ceremony is planned for 7 p.m., Tuesday, Aug....

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Candidates forum Aug. 18 in Aurora’s Ward 1

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Working Families Aurora (WFA) will be host to a candidates forum Sunday, Aug. 18, at the Marywood Community Center,1405 Church Road, Aurora. This forum aims to provide an opportunity for individuals who wish to run in the special election for the position of Ward 1 alderperson. It is an excellent...

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Aurora Lake Street: Golden Bear to Italian U-Boat

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By Ricky Rieckert This week, we start at Illinois Avenue and North Lake Street in Aurora. At the northeast corner was Golden Bear Restaurant. I remember going there at midnight, with a couple of friends on a Friday night. There was a waiting list, to be seated. One friend, gave...

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Mayor of Aurora appoints Dan Barreiro in Ward 1

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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,...

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Home Energy Savings program at APLD August 15

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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...

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