Developer Builds Bridges with Local Businesses

Last month Millbrook BIA President Christine McCulloch accepted a donation of $25,000 for the organization from Romspen Investment Corporation. This is the firm behind the ambitious redevelopment project proposed for Kawartha Downs in Fraserville which includes an indoor entertainment venue, a fairground, a hotel and a residential development of 588… Continue reading

Proposed Levy Increase Drops in Round 2 of Budget Discussions

In the second round of budget discussions last month, some good and bad news regarding one of the significant capital expenditures came to light. A bid for the Millbrook Yard project generated a bid of $787,103.42, which was below the $800,000 maximum established by Council, and was approved at last… Continue reading

Council Opts to Go It Alone in Official Plan Development

In October 2017, Council passed a motion to join Peterborough County in the development of our Official Plan (OP). Since then, township staff have been participating in the process of creating a new OP that conforms to new provincial planning guidelines to meet the July 1st, 2022 deadline. Council was… Continue reading

Cavan-Monaghan Receives Third Quarter Gaming Revenue Payment From OLG

Last month, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) issued a third quarter (October 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021) non-tax gaming revenue payment of $91,381 to the Township of Cavan Monaghan for hosting Shorelines Slots Kawartha Downs.  For the same period, the City of Peterborough received $579,498 for hosting Shorelines… Continue reading

Local Food Options Let Customers Leave Supply-Chain Worries Behind

Who doesn’t miss the experience of local farmers’ markets this time of year?  More so now, when we see produce shelves with items showing a bit of wear after an extra-long trip to the grocery store.  While you can’t purchase berries or stone fruit from local sources right now, there… Continue reading

For the Love of Lifelong Learning 

It’s February – and that means all things love, romance, and an abundance of hearts. The CMLibraries wants to share with you our newest love: STEM Kits and Manipulatives. STEM kits are now available to loan from both branches! Choose from a variety of kits and manipulatives that target a… Continue reading

Letter to the Editor – February 2022

Millbrook and District Food Share had another successful Christmas Hamper program, providing 48 hampers and vouchers to local families. The Food Share would like to thank the various local businesses that donated, including Millbrook Foodland, Millbrook Agricultural Society, Centennial Place, Millbrook Manor, Ivanhoe Cheese, Old Jars Candle Company, Kawartha Downs… Continue reading