Author: The Millbrook Times
The Wonder of Stories
At the end of January, I completed the first draft of my eleventh book, (my second worship resource), Dipping Your Toes, Too. The manuscript is filled with stories, mostly small and personal, that connect the Bible…
Lots to Do at the CMLibraries
Although February is a short month, the CMLibraries is continuing to offer a variety of programs for a variety of different ages. On Wednesdays at our Millbrook Branch, drop in anytime between 10:30am-12:00pm for…
Local Drive for Personal Hygiene Products
Volunteers are launching a second Period Purse drive which will run from February 14th through 28th in Cavan Monaghan. The donation drive seeks to collect unopened personal hygiene projects including menstrual pads, Tampons, period…
Millbrook Synchronized Figure Skating Team Brings Home Gold!
The Millbrook Shooting Stars is a Synchronized Skating Team who are in their first ever competitive season. The team was formed last year and performed at two local showcases. This year, they have participated in…
Lions Bottle Drive for Pediatric Cancer
On January 4th, the Lions Bottle Drive hosted a bottle drive, raising funds for PRHC’s Pediatric Cancer Clinic. Pictured in the front row are Scott McFadden, Bill Hughes, John French, Maddy Wright, Shannon Martin…
More Railroad Stories
When the railroad from Port Hope to Millbrook opened in 1856, extending to Lindsay and Peterborough shortly afterwards, our region was transformed from a rural backwater to a transportation hub. Millbrook, a sleepy village…
Thank you from Foodshare
Foodshare volunteers celebrate another season of helping coordinate generous community support with its clients for the holiday season. With the support of individuals, businesses, clubs, sports teams, churches and school children, they prepared 60…
Food Insecurity a Growing Problem in the Region
Last month, Peterborough Public Health (PPH) published their annual report on household food insecurity within Peterborough City and County. The 2024 report discussed the growing concern about household food insecurity in the region. Food…
Peterborough Regional Airport Seeking Collaboration in Airport Plans
At the last Council meeting, Commissioner of Municipal Operations from the City of Peterborough Ilmar Simanovskis, presented a community update about plans for the Peterborough Airport. The objective was to stimulate interest in collaboration…