Local Grade six students are familiar with Camp Kawartha through the annual winter camp event that has been a tradition in the curriculum for decades. Established in 1921, the camp is an accredited, award-winning not-for-profit educational organization offering environmental education for students ages four to seventeen. Through their extensive programs,… Continue reading
Last week a third public information session was held to provide insight into the Ward Boundary Review process status and collect community feedback on the issue. The township is undertaking review of its ward boundaries to ensure fair and equitable representation of municipal residents on Council. Consultants with Watson and… Continue reading
While we haven’t met him in person, residents watching virtual Council and Public Information meetings over the last few months have seen a new staff member at work. John Connolly joined the municipal staff last May as the Executive Director of Planning and Development. The position was created as part… Continue reading
Last week’s compulsory Public Information meeting regarding the Official Plan and By-law amendments required to accommodate the next phase of the Highlands subdivision drew only a handful of attendees. This continues the relatively recent trend of apparent apathy towards big issues in the township. Traditionally there has been robust participation… Continue reading
It’s easy to appreciate the environment these days with sunny skies, warming weather and a symphony of birdsong. Even the honking geese are welcome, for now. For youngsters, the excitement of running through the woods, climbing trees and mucking about in the mud is natural, but comes with consequences, including… Continue reading
I can’t tell you how thrilled I was to see the article by Cori Carveth in the March issue of the Millbrook Times. Writing and talking about the climate emergency can be difficult as it can evoke fear and feelings of helplessness. Cori Carveth’s article balanced the harsh facts… Continue reading
Imagine looking like you’ve lost your COVID weight without losing a pound through treatments you can have over your lunch hour. Donna Keates has opened a body contour spa in Cavan-Monaghan where she can help you lose inches, but not necessarily weight. Sound too good to be true? That’s… Continue reading
Gary Trail and his life and work partner Laine Corp may not be from here, but they are embracing the village with enthusiasm. Laine had a sense of what lay ahead when the couple moved here two years ago, having been raised on a Hereford farm in Omemee and shown… Continue reading
With the seriousness of COVID-19 still a stark reality in our lives, many of us are still all struggling to find creative ways to manage our time at home while also maintaining our physical and mental well being. As you would expect, outdoor activities like the Millbrook Valley Trails have… Continue reading
