Get Out! – Encased in Ice!

What a bad winter for ice! The cold weather began rather early; but after an initial snowy period the snow disappeared until recently. Unfortunately along with the dramatic rises and drops in the temperature we got quite a bit of rain. And when the resulting standing water froze it produced… Continue reading

Public Health Warns of Radon Gas Risk in the Home

Last month, Peterborough Public Health conducted two workshops to educate consumers about the risk of radon gas in the home. According to Health Canada, radon is an invisible, odourless and tasteless gas that occurs naturally when the uranium in soil and rock breaks down, releasing radioactive particles into the air…. Continue reading

Common Ground – The Truth about February

“The truth about February is that she is the worst month of the year.” A.A. Milne During a recent cold snap I was reading a certain jaded English essayist. He suggested a party game for the entertainment of his house guests. Guests were to compile anonymous lists of their most… Continue reading

New Art in the Library Installation   

  This month a new photography exhibit will begin in the Keene library, featuring pieces produced by Anne Corke.  A retired IT professional, Anne now lives in Cavan Monaghan with her two Lakeland Terriers. Her favourite subject to photograph is nature, from panoramic landscapes to macro views of flowers. The… Continue reading

Maple Leaf Cavan FC – Soccer Club News

First of all, congratulations to the Cavan FC Men’s Team who finished the 2018 Season as double Champions, taking home the Ontario Soccer League –  Frank Docherty Cup & Winning the Central East Division of the Ontario Soccer League. Top Honours also awarded to team Captain Mark Van beek who… Continue reading

Minor Ball Hockey League Prepares for Season Three

As the end of the local ice hockey season draws near, minor hockey players can find solace in the knowledge that its warm-weather equivalent will be starting soon on home “ice” to the void.  Players can switch their hockey skates for sneakers for a warmer hockey experience in the Millbrook… Continue reading

Public/Private Partnership Strengthening Mobile Broadband Service Across Eastern Ontario

Last fall, the CRTC announced new targets and funding to ensure rural and remote areas across the country have access to voice and broadband internet access services on fixed and mobile wireless networks.  Among the targets were upload and download speeds, unlimited data options for fixed broadband services and access… Continue reading

Encouraging a New Generation of Beekeepers

The Kawartha Junior Beekeepers Program was established in 2017 and is a hands-on program for children aged 8 to 12 years who are interested in learning about beekeeping. The program follows the beekeepers’ year – from equipment preparation to honey harvesting.  Each month, from February to October, the students learn… Continue reading

Public Input Sought to Address Waste Management Challenges

According to County records, Cavan Monaghan has the dubious record of being the largest garbage generator per capita in the County, creating more than 237 kg per capita in the first nine months, compared to an average rate of 138 kg per capita across the County. Despite some recent initiatives,… Continue reading