She has a reputation for making even the most threatening needle glide in painlessly, and her confidence, compassion and sense of humour were all on display behind the counter and in the examination room. After 36 years supporting family doctors in the Millbrook Medical Centre, Nancy is calling it a… Continue reading
A new, free app is gaining traction around the globe, helping emergency crews locate people in trouble and delivery services reach their destinations by identifying precise locations using global mapping technology. Available in 193 countries and in more than 45 languages, the app makes it easy to describe a specific… Continue reading
NEXT MARKET: June 27th, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM From cash crops and dairy to livestock and produce, Canada has a long history of feeding the world. So what does that mean to our local community? Locally grown food creates important economic opportunities, provides health benefits and helps to reduce environmental impact. Additionally,… Continue reading
Like many youngsters, Megan Deeth began developing her baking skills on weekends helping her Mom bake anything and everything- from basic banana bread to more elaborate cakes and pies. Her fascination with the magic of whisking, mixing and folding ingredients together to create delicious treats motivated her to complete the… Continue reading
I read with interest the feature on the Millbrook Valley Trails, of which I am a huge fan. We truly do have a wonderful outdoor resource here, skillfully developed and maintained by committed and energetic volunteers with support from the township and Otonabee Conservation. As one of those who likes… Continue reading
For a long time the changes brought by technology have been creeping up on us. Rather than fighting it, I have dabbled in the internet. Skype brings me my Vancouver grandchildren. I can’t hug them, or crawl into their tents of blankets and pillows, but I can see them, talk… Continue reading
After the township cleared the ditch along Stewart Line, John Workman was inspired to create a gnome home from one of the stumps. Things evolved from there. He traded some tools for the mushroom castle and some houses, Nichole McGee added some ceramic gnomes. Some local children brought Smurf toys… Continue reading
Summer reading holds a special place in the lives of many of our patrons, young and old. Summer may look a little different again this year, but we have got you covered for all your reading needs. You can find our ‘Book Bundle’ request form on our website, this can… Continue reading
