Author: Karen Graham
Now & Then – January 2026: From Cavan to Hollywood
A little while ago I came across an article in the Ontario Genealogical Society archives website. It was likely from the Millbrook Mirror-Reporter, describing the Millbrook Old Boys and Girls reunion in August 1923,…

Outdoor Rink a Hit with Hockey Enthusiasts
It doesn’t hurt that he can see the rink from his kitchen window, but let’s face it: the arrival of an outdoor rink in or near Bobby Van Engen’s backyard was always a likely…
NEW Legislation Aims to Strengthen Emergency Management Across the Province
Last March, the province established a new Ministry of Emergency Preparedness, which became lead for emergency response in Ontario. In this role, it is responsible for coordinating emergency management programs, enhancing public safety and…

Unleash your inner Olympian or Paralympian… Learn to Curl this winter!
There is a lot of interest in curling right now with the recent culmination of the Olympic Curling Trials in Halifax. If you are thinking you might like to give it a try, you…
County Rd. 10 Improvement Alternatives on Display at Public Meeting
The County of Peterborough and the Township of Cavan Monaghan have partnered to undertake a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) for County Road 10, from County Road 21 to approximately 500m south of Larmer…

Comment – January 2026: We Mourn the Passing of Another Community Hero
In early December, Marion Olan’s passing was felt across the community. A celebration of her life was held at the CMCC, one of the few local venues that could accommodate the crowd. It was…





