Community Care Volunteer Spotlight
Millbrook Community Care’s New to You store on King Street sells gently used clothing and other fantastic finds from shoes and books to smaller household items. The funds from the store support local Community Care programs which provide services and support to local seniors and adults with disabilities. This amazing little boutique is operated…
Peterborough Police Service Launches Auxiliary Constable Recruitment Campaign
“The members of our Auxiliary Unit are an integral part of our Service. The enhancement these dedicated volunteers bring to our service is phenomenal. They are value added to our organization,” says Inspector Neil Collins, Operations, Peterborough Police Service. The Auxiliary Unit, currently comprised of 18 constables, two Staff Sergeants and three Sergeants, is…
Hand of Man Returns
Fall has arrived and the Peterborough Guild of Arts and Crafts is presenting their yearly Hand of Man Art and Craft sale. This is their 43rd year and is the longest running craft show in the Kawarthas and has become a must-see destination. Come join the 130 artisans who make this show with their…
Common Ground – October 2018
October gave a party; The leaves by hundreds came: The ashes, oaks, and maples, And those of every name. – George Cooper – The season of mists and mellow fruitfulness is upon us. I’m looking forward to some relaxing days in the garden to putter around and do some clean up. There is none…
Last Farmers’ Market Sunday October 28
It’s hard to believe that I’m writing about the last farmers’ market of the season yet here we are. You’ve got one last chance to take in the festivities before we close the barn door. Our last market will be on Sunday, October 28, 10:00am to 1:00pm in the parking lot of the Old…
Historical Society Partners with Local Libraries
On Thursday, September 20, Millbrook Branch Librarian Erin Stewart guided keen amateur genealogists through the steps to access information through Ancestry-Library Edition. For these first-time users, it was, for the most part, a surprisingly satisfying and productive experience. The program is available at both libraries and can be accessed anytime during the branches’ hours…