Local Farmers Donate Hay to Counterparts in Need
With some local farmers harvesting a fourth crop of hay, it’s safe to say that hay is in abundance in our neighbourhood. Not so in Northern Ontario, or out west. Extreme drought and heat conditions have left livestock farmers contemplating how to shrink their herds given the lack of feed for their animals. The…
Local Art on Display in Open Studio Event
This weekend, ceramic artist Jane Wilson opens the doors to her private studio at her home at 700 Carmel Line for an Open Studio event showcasing the work of six local artists. Among the exhibits are paintings by JoEllen Brydon and Esperanca Melo, drawings by Grace Glass, wood items from John Ireland, garden fish…
A Fond Farewell for Chief Medical Officer Dr. Rosana Salvaterra
Last week the community bade farewell to Dr. Rosana Salvaterra who leaves her position as Medical Officer of Health for the Peterborough area which she has held since 2008. In the last year and a half, Dr. Salvaterra has been the face of the community’s battle against the spread of COVID-19, providing regular media…
Goldilocks and the Bowl of Just-Right Stars
Imagine this scenario: You’re walking down a random street and suddenly feel tired, hungry, and thirsty. So, since you live in a safe and friendly neighbourhood where everyone trusts each other, you turn up the first driveway you see, open the front door without knocking, and stroll in. To your surprise, you find a…
Millbrook BIA Hosts Fall Festival this Saturday
There will be something for everyone in downtown Millbrook on Saturday from 11am to 6pm as our local Business Improvement Area brings some fun and talent to the street. A Kids Zone area will keep the little ones busy with a Bouncy Castle, slides and the educational and entertaining Zoo to You group. Vendors…
Blessed to Share
When I was a child, giving God thanks for the many blessings we enjoyed was the focus of our Thanksgiving holiday. We started the day at Church. I loved the harvest decorations. I don’t remember a big family gathering. The four of us did have a feast with roast chicken from our farm. Over…