Municipal Water Management Contract Awarded to Peterborough Utilities Services
The Township of Cavan Monaghan owns the municipal water treatment and waste water process plant facilities that service the village of Millbrook. It is their job to ensure that it operates efficiently, complies with regulations and develops the infrastructure required to ensure it meets the needs of the community. Rather than operate it with…
Remember to Check Your Well with the Changing of Seasons
The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) is reminding landowners with private water wells to check the water quality of their well water this fall. Along with changing the battery in your fire and carbon monoxide alarm, having your well water tested prior to winter is a great idea. In addition, it is recommended that…
December COMMENT
I spent a few hours last night receiving Gingerbread houses from young creative types in our neighbourhood who accepted the challenge of this year’s contest. Didi Calhoun generously donates the kits that make this contest possible each year, and in four short days all 100 kits were gone. Of those, 78 have been returned…
Galerie Q Announces its Demise
Late last week local not-for-profit Galerie Q posted a notice on its website that it would be closing its doors at the end of the year. Referring to red tape and “unwelcome policies” directed at small business from the township, the organization expressed regret with the decision. Requests for further information were not returned,…
Free Water Well Workshop December 5 in Blackstock
Talk with experts during “Managing Your Well During Drought” workshop As many people continue to struggle with the drought conditions that have impacted the Kawartha Conservation watershed, homeowners, residents and business owners will have an opportunity to hear from and talk with experts during a FREE Water Well Workshop December 5 in Blackstock. The…
Auditions for 4th Line Theatre’s Summer Season
4th Line Theatre is auditioning for professional roles for the 2017 Summer Season. Auditions are by appointment only and the deadline for submissions is Monday, December 5, 2016. Millbrook Auditions will take place on Tuesday, December 13th from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. To apply, send an electronic copy of your headshot and resume to Artistic…