Presentation Outlines How Contemplative Walks Boost Mental and Physical Health

In early June, former Cavan resident Andy Harjula offered a presentation about labyrinths and Forest Healing Trails to a group at St. John’s Ida Anglican Church. A retired park planner, Andy brings a keen interest and extensive expertise about landscape. He is well-known for promoting the production of local food,… Continue reading

Janet Stobie Launches Much Anticipated New Book of Devotionals

Janet Stobie has recently released a much-anticipated follow-up to her successful original book called Dipping Your Toes that was released in 2012. It is a tool for lay leaders and clergy who have responsibility for planning small group devotions that provides forty-six complete services in a compact, spiral-bound book. Users… Continue reading

Thanks for the Fair!

Visitors to the 174th Millbrook Fair were treated to comfortable temperatures and clear skies for the duration of the event. Fair Board members commented that this was the first time in recent memory that track preparation required adding water instead of removing it. On Thursday, roughly 300 students from Millbrook… Continue reading

Dear Editor – July 2025

Dear Editor, I want to publicly thank the local Millbrook Home Hardware, particularly Dave Britton, for their help in sponsoring my project (“The Hidden Lift: The Efficiency Gains in Wing in Ground Effect Vehicles”) in the Peterborough Regional Science Fair. This project was a full year in the works, and… Continue reading

Re-Use Centre is not a Dumping Ground

Staff at the Cavan Monaghan Transfer Station start their workweek Monday morning sorting through broken furniture, textiles and other unsuitable items left by residents in the Re-Use Centre over the weekend. It can be a discouraging start to the day. The Re-Use Centre is a valuable community resource that helps… Continue reading