What do bats, raccoons, skunks, squirrels, rabbits and foxes have in common? They live in our natural environment and they all have bitten humans in the last year, according to our records at Peterborough Public Health. Animal bites are reportable to public health and we follow up closely to make… Continue reading
My wife was in the operating room getting prepped for the caesarean section. I sat outside waiting for the call to come join the team of eight, including an OB/GYN, a medical resident, numerous nurses and even a few volunteers. I heard steps coming down the hallway. A man in… Continue reading
This has been quite a year for Jade Eagleson, and the recognition keeps on coming. Last fall, he took second place in the 28th Aurora Magna Hoedown Showdown country music competition, during the winter months he took his band to Bethany’s Next Country Music Star contest at the Ranch… Continue reading
The Royal Canadian Legion #402 has been housed in the former armories building at 9 King Street East in Millbrook since 1970. Serving veterans, current and former members of the Canadian Forces and their families, the not-for-profit organization is also a significant contributor to the community, and not just on… Continue reading
I woke last Sunday morning at 5:55. My alarm was set for six. My first thought, I love my body. God has gifted me with an inner alarm. I usually don’t trust it so I set my clock alarm, but I don’t have to. I automatically wake up just before… Continue reading
Attempts to look younger usually focus on skin tone, wrinkles and obvious evidence of aging above the neck, and perhaps the sight of sagging skin under the arms. But no matter how good we look in the mirror, once we start to move, our secret is out, because the most… Continue reading
Last month, Peterborough County introduced a solar ambulance pilot project in conjunction with Peterborough County City Paramedics (PCCP), a Paramedic Service first in Canada. In an effort to reach or exceed the 26% Green House Gas (GHG) emissions reduction goal outlined in the County of Peterborough Climate Change Action Plan… Continue reading
A journey that began for several young Millbrook boys at age four culminated last month in a northern Ontario adventure with their Millbrook Explorer group. The small contingent of Millbrook youth headed out on August 6th for an adventure to northern Ontario. The Four Millbrook Traditional Explorers accompanied by four… Continue reading
For an inaugural year, Cavan’s Men’s Soccer Team is experiencing a remarkable year. They currently sit on top in the league standings in the Ontario Soccer League Central Region East. They are vying for a playoff spot in a tight race with two other teams, one of which is Peterborough… Continue reading
