A few weeks ago, Centennial Place introduced six new “residents” to their community. The four cats and two dogs are called Companion pets, and came not from a breeder but from the Hasbro toy manufacturer. Much to the delight of the residents, these “pets” look and feel like real… Continue reading
A group of local Maple Syrup producers are joining forces to host a Maple weekend on April 1st and 2nd. All participating producers will open the doors to their sugar shacks between the hours of 9:30am and 4:30pm and invite you to come and bring your family to walk a… Continue reading
In 1950, Gerry Todd was asked by his employer Massey Ferguson to take a trip from Toronto up Highway 115 to scout a location for a new dealership. He returned unimpressed, and asked his manager what he was thinking, explaining that the area was covered in forests. Travelling off the… Continue reading
Patrick Benson Moves on after Transition Period for New Owners of Benson Shields Funeral Homes This December, Bill Shields and Gwen Hogg celebrated their first year as owners of Benson Shields Funeral Homes. During this transition, former owner Patrick Benson has provided ongoing support as funeral director and introduced Bill… Continue reading
Thunderstorms and heavy rain in February?! This is really turning out to be a very odd and changeable year. And March looks set to continue this lack of pattern. But we must make the best of it and so I am suggesting some things to look out for. After the… Continue reading
Millbrook used to have its own Sears pickup location. That tradition of leisurely flipping through a Sears Wish Book, placing an order and picking up our fulfilled wish a while later while catching up with friends and neighbours on a pleasant stroll downtown had an easygoing, community feel about it… Continue reading
Neither Rain nor Snow Will Keep these Dart Players Away It was a snowy day on February 12th when the Legion hosted the annual Darts for Hearts tournament, which had a significant impact on the participation level which was down by half over last year’s contestants. Undeterred, the fourteen participants… Continue reading
The 2017 Belize Project was a resounding success because of the generous donations received from Cavan Monaghan residents and supporters elsewhere. Donors raised a smidgen over $5000 dollars. Every cent of the donations was used in Belize to assist the children and a few adults. All participants in the Belize… Continue reading
