Council Approves Interim Parking Plan to Expand Downtown Parking Options
In response to concerns about parking issues in the downtown area of Millbrook, Operations Manager Drew Hutchison presented a report which offered some temporary relief for businesses, residents and shoppers in the downtown area. The concerns range from overnight parking, inadequate parking in general and the lack of accessible spaces in particular. The parking…
Peterborough Police Service Contract for Cavan Monaghan Extended for One Year
In 2021, Cavan Monaghan entered into a five-year service contract with the Peterborough Police Service (PPS). Annual increases are budgeted into the contract, providing a stable and predictable cost for this significant municipal expenditure and helping the municipality plan, budget and secure related insurance for this critical service. Under the terms of this contract,…
Joe Celebrates 70 Years As A Barber
He picked up the razor and shears as a twelve year old in Calabria, Italy and has never looked back. He moved to Oshawa in 1963, opening a salon for men and women, moving to his current property on King St. ten years later. While he had hoped to move with his then pregnant…
Letter of Thanks From the Family of George Wilson
The family of George Wilson, who passed away on July 27, 2026, would like to express our sincere gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to the many individuals, organizations, and community members whose kindness, compassion, and support helped us through this difficult time. We extend our deepest thanks to the dedicated staff of the Cavan-Monaghan Fire…
Comment – September 2026
This month, The Millbrook Times welcomes back a popular columnist, Anita Huntley. In her previous column, called Babble, she regaled readers with tales of the trials and tribulations of calling a large local church building her family home. Her new column is called Wildin’ and focuses on her foraging and other adventures in the…
Moving into the School Years
By Nancy Hurley, Managing Director, Old Millbrook School EarlyON Child and Family Centre September marks the return to school for many children. For some children, it marks the very start of their school experience. This is a very big step away from their parents, caregivers, Child Care Centres or other people and activities that…