“My gardening year begins quietly in January, pleasantly anticipated as I shovel snow or cut firewood….” Bob Thomson — The New Victory Garden January is the perfect time for armchair gardening and for looking forward to the season that is still many months away. The days are a little longer… Continue reading
On December 4th, Peterborough Police officers Rob Videto and Tom White offered local farmers some insight into the Ministry of Transportation regulations for farm equipment at a presentation held at the Township office. The objective was to clarify some areas of confusion and ensure farm equipment operators understood the legislative… Continue reading
World renowned Elvis tribute artist Garry Wesley is passing through the area during an extensive tour later this month. Wesley’s impersonation of “The King” reflects the performer’s passion and charisma, and his performances are enhanced by his striking resemblance to the late artist. Wesley sounds like Elvis, he looks like… Continue reading
David Britton of Millbrook Home Hardware generously donated a box of soccer balls for the children in Belize. This is not the first time David has stepped forward to help. There will be a local team of five people leaving February 21 to go to Belize. One of their missions… Continue reading
For many, Christmas is definitely NOT the most wonderful time of the year, and the demand for help with depression and anxiety spikes during the winter months. The wait times for support are long- a recent call to a psychiatrist was met with the news that there were 100 names… Continue reading
Council was dismayed to learn that before shovels were in the ground for the reconstruction of the Millbrook Dam, the project costs have already risen by more than $500K. At the time the project was approved, the original forecast was for a total project cost of $3.3 million dollars,… Continue reading
December 2017 marks a momentous occasion at the Millbrook Branch – Judi Obey celebrates 25 years of service with the Millbrook Library. She started in the fall of 1992 on a project to computerise the library catalogue and has never left. The Library Board and staff value her impeccable work… Continue reading
Get your flashlights ready, because this year you can really make an entrance. Come to the Millbrook South Cavan School parking lot ready for a 5:45 p.m. departure as you follow a horse-drawn wagon and join Community Choir members as they form a musical procession down Tupper and King streets… Continue reading
County Council has extended the public consultation period for review of the Sign By-Law and seek public input into the new sign by-law for the County. The intent is to address the proliferation of signs along County roadsides, particularly in Bush Country areas in the Municipality of Trent Lakes, Township… Continue reading
