For Cory Cole, illustrations were simply part of a lunchtime routine with her son. Cartoon drawings and puns were entertainment more than anything. If others enjoyed them too, that was a bonus. Illustrating a children’s book was a far-off dream at best. Little did she know that a perfect stranger… Continue reading
Hiawatha and Curve Lake First Nations, the City of Peterborough and Peterborough County are coming together to learn about and celebrate local COVID Champions. Local residents are invited to pay tribute to community members who have gone above and beyond to help others during the pandemic and participate in a… Continue reading
A big shout-out to the wonderful volunteers who make up the Millbrook BIA (Business Improvement Association) Decorating Committee. The Decorating Committee is a committee of, and funded by, the Millbrook BIA and has been in existence for approximately 15 years. These ladies fill 22 urns and numerous hanging baskets in… Continue reading
Terry Kelly has four sewing machines in her studio, some much older than others. They all have their specific roles- hems, serging, zippers, etc. She won’t say how long she has worked as a seamstress, but it’s safe to say it is more than a few decades. She began… Continue reading
Rafael Aguilera first came to Canada to bring his daughters to study at university. His eldest daughter studied at Dalhousie in Halifax, and a few years later, his youngest chose the University of Toronto. Upon graduation, both decided to remain in Canada rather than returning to their home in Venezuela. … Continue reading
Serena is taking her story to a new venue as the keynote speaker for this annual mental health event hosted by St. Joseph’s Healthcare Foundation in Hamilton on October 7th. In this free, virtual event, the pride of Millbrook will share her personal mental health journey in song and word… Continue reading
With clear minds, fresh perspectives and pure motives, young people can often lead the way to meaningful change when weary adults flounder, held back by their baggage of preconceived ideas. Autumn Sky joined CML libraries in July as a summer student. A 2nd year student in the Indigenous Bachelor of… Continue reading
Normally property line disputes cause ill feelings between neighbours, but a local dispute has resulted in an outcry from an entire neighbourhood. Trouble has been brewing around Collins Lane in Millbrook for a few years now. A pedestrian path connecting Centre Street to King Street, it was originally part of… Continue reading
The Summer Company Program is the Government of Ontario’s flagship youth entrepreneurship program which helps youth aged 15-29 try their hand at business ownership by connecting them with up to $3000 in start-up funding, one-on-one guidance from BAC staff, advice and mentorship from local business leaders, access to business workshops,… Continue reading
