The simple answer is a lot. The most obvious activities to date have been centered around strengthening the toe berm and stopping a leak around the penstock intake. The toe berm runs along the back side (dry side) of the dam, reinforcing the structure by giving it added width at… Continue reading
Cathy Meehan, pictured here, the Office Manager at Centennial Place, is inviting residents to meet with a group of volunteers who prepare tax returns for free. Your return needs to be simple with an income under $40,000 to be eligible for this free service. These volunteers are associated with Revenue… Continue reading
During the first month of the new Clear Bag waste program results were double what was expected. During the month of January 2017, the City collected 20% more recyclables compared with January last year. This could have a significant impact on our landfills, a 20% decrease in waste means 4,000… Continue reading
Last year’s public budget meeting attracted a dozen residents who asked questions and presented suggestions and Council members listened. As a result, the rise in the municipal levy fell from the proposed 7.22% to the final 3.32% increase. Despite this evidence of public influence on budget decisions, only three residents… Continue reading
Do you want to improve your social life? Make new friends? Feel better about yourself, all the while helping out in your community, making a difference? It is easier than you might think. For 100 years, millions of citizens have done just that, by becoming members of Lion’s Club International…. Continue reading
The Cavan Monaghan Fire Department reminds you to: Test your alarms once a month and replace the batteries every year. Replace alarms that are more than ten years old. A working smoke alarm must be located on every storey of the home and outside all sleeping areas. For added protection,… Continue reading
It’s that time of year again where we identify local groups and individuals who are making extraordinary contributions to our community. The categories are broad, ranging from acts of heroism, entrepreneurial initiatives, and leadership in areas including agriculture, volunteering, sports, culture and environmental protection. Established in 1992, the County has… Continue reading
Hi, Community! We are going to be talking about the outdoor classroom. Before it was merged with our school, South Monaghan had an outdoor classroom. When we heard about the moving of South Monaghan students to our school, we wanted to make them feel at home and for all… Continue reading
On Sunday, February 19th, the Royal Canadian Legion in Millbrook hosted the annual Youth Education Public Speaking Contest. Participants were invited from all local elementary schools, and six entrants joined the youngest age group in grades 1 to 3, with three contestants competing in the grades 4 to 6 category…. Continue reading
