Author: The Millbrook Times
April Farmers’ Market Cancelled
In the interests of the safety of all of our vendors, shoppers and community, the Millbrook Farmers’ Market Management Committee has decided to cancel its first market of the season, originally scheduled for Sunday,…
Today’s Faith – April 2020
As we approach this Easter, life is strange. Shops and restaurants are closed. We’re asked to isolate ourselves. Even churches are closed to Sunday Worship. How do we celebrate Easter? Let’s first remember the…
Common Ground – April 2020
“The world is too much with us; late and soon, Getting and spending, we lay waste our powers; Little we see in Nature that is ours….” Wordsworth Spring starts in earnest here in the…
Library Closure Saturday, March 14th @ 3pm
LIBRARY CLOSURE Saturday, March 14th @ 3pm To help protect the health and safety of people in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Cavan Monaghan Libraries will be suspending operations effective Saturday, March 14th @…
Time for Our Area to Shine As We Gear Up For COVID-19
So what does preparing for a pandemic actually mean? This is the question on so many minds these days, and one that is bound to generate reactions of doomsday scenarios for some, and quickly…
New Day Care Centre Coming to Millbrook
The former location of A Buck or Two plus has been sold to Helping Hands Day Care, a family owned business operating seven day care centres in the Durham region. They plan to open…
Mayor and Deputy Mayor Express Concerns about the County Budget
In early February, Mayor Scott McFadden and Deputy Mayor Matthew Graham hosted two Town Hall meetings to share their concerns regarding County Budget discussions to clarify their position and seek ratepayer input. Cavan Monaghan…
Municipal Tax Levy to Rise by 3.16%
Last month, the 2020 municipal budget was approved, reflecting a 3.16% increase in the Municipal Residential Tax Rate. This consists of a 1.86% increase to cover the 2020 Operating budget and a 1.3% increase…
An Open Letter to Millbrook Council, BIA and Community
I am writing on behalf of the Millbrook Farmers’ Market Management Committee to express our concern about a proposal by Mayor Scott McFadden for the BIA to host a farmers’ market downtown on Friday…