Local couple mounts crowd-funding campaign
By Victor Kester Victor (Vic) and Lurline (Lin) Kester from Fraserville have taken on the task of helping a young South African reach his dream of playing hockey in Canada. Victor is a retired high school teacher from the local Board of Education and Lin is a retired operating room (OR) nurse from Toronto…
The Writing Spider
By Anita Huntley I wasn’t trying to be standoffish. It’s just that, in that moment, I could see the entire interview flash before my eyes: “So, what possessed you to buy the church?” “We can’t really explain it. It just felt like something we were supposed to do.” “And what’s your plan?” “We don’t…
Car Enthusiasts Prepare for Annual Show and Shine
By Paul Hayne The Millbrook and District Lions Club is preparing for their Annual Show and Shine that will take place Saturday July 4th downtown Millbrook. The show weather permitting should draw upwards of 200 classic cars and trucks that will arrive from the surrounding area. This is one of the largest events that…
Blocks and Blooms Event Showcased Gardens, Quilts and Heritage Prope
By: Celia Hunter Last Saturday, a dozen beautiful gardens were featured by the Millbrook and Area Garden Club on the Blocks and Blooms Tour in Millbrook. The event also celebrated the launch of the Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society’s self-guided Walking Tour brochure, which describes many of the significant heritage properties along two loops…
Today’s Faith: Don’t Leave Home Without It
By: Rev. Janet Stobie Tom and I were square dancing in Marlbank. During a rest break, we told Pearl about our encounter with a deer on the way home the week before. After hearing a detailed description of the accident and giving thanks that we weren’t hurt, Pearl said, “Driving can be dangerous. My…
Visit South Pond Farms for an Idyllic Country-Inspired Event
By: Karen Graham Originally from Vermont, Danielle French was interested in introducing her four daughters to a simpler way of life in the country before they were old enough to put up a real fight. Her vision was influenced by her childhood summers on her grandparents’ farm where food and family were the focus…