by: Karen Graham Pineneedle Farms has been a family business operating in the Pontypool area for several generations. During the 1950’s, Pontypool was the largest supplier of Christmas trees in North America. Many local landowners had signed 12 year leases to Christmas tree growers who would harvest the most pleasingly… Continue reading
by: Karen Graham On Sunday afternoon, the Millbrook Figure Skating Club hosted their final exhibition of the season with a circus themed show entitled “Under the Big Top”. The enthusiastic crowd was treated to a colourful production involving all willing members (some younger performers suffered last minute jitters and withdrew)… Continue reading
The Sunday Night League annual tournament ran like clockwork again last Sunday thanks to the dedicated efforts of league organizer Marion Olan. In its 42nd year of operation, the popularity of this men’s league continues, drawing players from Manvers to Peterborough and beyond to relive their minor hockey glory on… Continue reading
by: Celia Hunter On Thursday, April 24, the Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society will host an evening with special guests Lori Oschefski and Sandra Joyce of the British Home Children Advocacy and Research Association. They will be presenting an overview of British Home Children in Canada. Barnardo Children were part… Continue reading
by: Karen Graham For the past 42 years, Millbrook has benefited from the presence of a local medical centre occupied by dedicated health professionals serving our community and beyond. The property is held by a not-for-profit organization controlled by a local volunteer Board of Directors who manage the operation and… Continue reading
Cavan Monaghan Council has submitted a request to County Council concerning the Airport Road closure and the schedule for completion of the reconnection of the road. Cavan Monaghan Council has been in favour of the project from the beginning and has requested a status update at County Council’s May 2… Continue reading
