Stop Shaving, It’s ‘Movember’
Sarah Sobanski Long hair, beards and moustaches have all made a comeback in the last few years, but let’s not give all the credit to hipsters. Out and about this month, you might notice a little less chin hair, and a lot more upper lip fuzz, as men across the country race to grow…
Local Teacher Spearheads Mental Health Initiative at St. Peter’s
Karen Graham When returning from a year-long medical leave from her teaching job and St. Peter’s Catholic Secondary School, Julie Vallieres was on a mission. Her absence was the result of a relapse into depression, a condition she has struggled with for over 20 years. She has been eager to share her story with…
Sylvia’s Restaurant Hosts Turkey Dinner in Support of Millbrook Food Share
Karen Graham The idea began as Jody Wheeler wondered how she could convey her gratitude to the community for the support she received when her son was injured in a snowmobile accident last year. She was looking for a way to pay back that kindness. Her fellow staff at Sylvia’s Restaurant was eager to…
16 Ways Children Benefit From A Visual Art Education
Something we do not often think about is that everything in this world that is people-made has been designed by a human being: tables, skyscrapers, rockets. Even nature is often the palette for our designs: magnificent gardens, diversion of rivers, farmer’s fields, are designed by the artistry of man or woman. Art and…
Taylor Luecke- As She Goes
Karen Graham Taylor Ray Luecke is planning something big. In the new year, she is going on a major adventure, heading to Vancouver Island to do some exploring- the outdoor, physical kind as well as the internal, find-yourself kind. She is excited and can hardly wait to leave, but there are misgivings as well.…
‘Heard a little, seen a little’ Cavan Monaghan Ghost Stories
Sarah Sobanski It’s no surprise that our historic township has had its fair share of hauntings – next year will mark 200 years since John Deyell built Millbrook’s first mill, the first structure of Millbrook – and 4th Line Theatre wants them on record. Hosting a Halloween themed reminiscence at the Pastry Peddler…