Lyme disease prevention just got easier thanks to a new website that allows local residents to submit photos of ticks they find and receive confirmation if it belongs to the species that carry Lyme bacteria. “Not all ticks carry Lyme disease, so the first step is always species identification when… Continue reading
At the first of our Easter family gatherings this year, our niece told me she was pregnant. Her face radiated with joy as she shared her dreams and plans. Her youthful innocence and joy reminded me of Mary, the Mother of Jesus. Like all young Jewish women of her time,… Continue reading
Many people in Peterborough County have not had a family doctor for many, many years. Others have stayed with their family doctor located hours away as they couldn’t find a family doctor close to where they live. Peterborough Family Health Team can help you find the best care to suit… Continue reading
Come hungry next month to the Millbrook Farmers’ Market where you can dine on brunch items prepared before your eyes by one of the new vendors, Kitchen Farmacy. Working the grill is Red Seal Chef Josh Keepfer working his magic and he prepares traditional Canadian brunch offerings with a European… Continue reading
At last month’s Community Care Luncheon, their host of dedicated volunteers were recognized at an event hosted at Baxter Creek. The luncheon featuring a speaker from the local branch of the Canadian Mental Health organization, a touching thank you from Ed and Linda Lawrence and an airing of a recent… Continue reading
We begin the month with a special edition of our Knit it Forward Club: Carol Nuttall, our guest instructor, will be guiding us through the construction of socks. This month our club will be meeting together twice, so that we can cover all the tips and tricks in relation to… Continue reading
Centreville Presbyterian Church in South Monaghan is the keeper of Millbrook Grace Presbyterian Church’s War Veterans’ Honour Roll. To commemorate Canada’s 150th birthday, Centreville embarked on a reproduction project for these documents. The originals, beautifully hand-written in India ink, are now in new frames and protected with anti-glare, UV-rated glass…. Continue reading
The Royal Ontario Museum’s Dr. Mark Peck will talk about how climate change is affecting which birds we see – and which ones we don’t see anymore – at the Historical Society’s Annual General Meeting on Thursday, May 23. All are welcome at this gathering in the Fireside Lounge at… Continue reading
Merridy Senior and Eben Hancock have been operating their local organic farm on the edge of Millbrook for six years now, and their business continues to evolve as they seek new ways to grow. Theirs is a traditional mixed farm operation on 100 acres, but most of their labour happens… Continue reading
