ORCA Fence Seen As Bandaid Solution
by: Celia Hunter In a press release issued on May 2, the Otonabee Region Conservation Authority (ORCA) announced that “In response to public safety concerns, Otonabee Conservation has taken steps to temporarily restrict public access to the Millbrook Dam.” The press release goes on to say that the fencing will be in place until…
Brookfield and Township Reach O.P. Agreement
by: Celia Hunter Brookfield Residential Properties and BPH Development Ltd., significant landowners in the northern portion of Cavan Monaghan Township, have reached a settlement with the township which will reinstate a Special Study Area as part of the new Official Plan.
Belch Makes It a Race in North Monaghan
Tim Belch, councillor for the North Monaghan ward since April 2010, submitted his election papers to the township clerk on Friday May 2. “It has been a privilege to serve on Cavan Monaghan council for more than 4.5 years. We have worked hard to put the township back on a solid financial footing”, said…
Saturday is Trails Work Day
Millbrook Valley Trails is inviting anyone who wishes to volunteer to assist with the annual clean-up and grooming of the trails to a Volunteer Work Day on Saturday, May 10, 9:00 am to noon.
Justin and Mark Hiscox: Bringing Us Music
by: Celia Hunter Justin and Mark Hiscox are full-time, self employed musicians – a rare accomplishment – and they love every minute of it. They also have a close rapport that extends to their whole family. This is a family that plays together and stays together.