Thistles and Sticks grew out of a desire of its owner Barb Newman to live simply; returning to our basic roots. Having spent a career painting houses, she was looking for a way to employ her creative energy by repurposing items that would otherwise be discarded, bringing them new life. … Continue reading
Pictured is Rev. Peter Mills of Saint John’s Anglican Church in Ida, holding up his wife’s mink coat. It is being donated to an Inuit artisan named Matilda Karpik. Matilda lives in Nain which is a fly-in community (in the winter) at the very north end of the settled part… Continue reading
Ten years ago, former Millbrook Times owner and Editor Cathy Bond introduced readers to Jordan Cheyne, who picked up cycling at the age of 13 and by 17 was competing and winning long distance races across North America. Raised in Millbrook, Jordan was spending his summers cycling with the Peterborough… Continue reading
The Highlands of Millbrook Sales Office held a sales event last month and are pushing forward to sell their remaining inventory of homes in the second phase of the development. The Phase 3 application is currently under consideration at the county level. Many residents have settled in, putting their mark… Continue reading
After her graduation from Veterinary school in Edinburgh, Scotland, Alexis’ family is glad she is moving closer to her family home in Caledon. Alexis grew up on the family farm where her family bred horses. She shares a love of animals with her older sister who is also a vet… Continue reading
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) issued a second-quarter (July1 to September 30, 2019) non-tax gaming revenue payment of $136,234 to the Township of Cavan Monaghan last week for hosting Shorelines Slots at Kawartha Downs. The City of Peterborough also received their share of revenue from the Peterborough Shorelines location… Continue reading
Paula Fitzgerald is there to help. A Case Manager from Peterborough’s Social Services, she can help clients navigate the vast array of programs designed to help people get back on their feet or to help them through a transition. Since 2016, she has been providing support to clients in the… Continue reading
November’s sky is chill and drear….. Sir Walter Scott It is difficult to think of much positive about dark November. Heavy rain and wind have taken a toll on the colourful leaves and soon all will be bare. I have always been a bit envious of my English cousins for… Continue reading
