COMMENT – June 2024
In this paper you will find stories about the past, the present and one that gives some insight into the future. Some look longingly in the rear view mirror, some are eager to move into the future while others insist we should live in the moment. Last month, a young child in Ontario died…
New Memorial Panel Installed at Needler’s Mill
On Wednesday, May 15, 1:30 pm, a memorial panel was unveiled at Needler’s Mill in honour the memory of “Sally” Shirley Hall in whose name it was donated. The project was initiated by her daughter Sandra Hall, who lives and farms just east of Hutchison Dr. on Zion Line. Sally was a very active…
Life @ 96
It might sound like an oxymoron, but there is life at 96 according to this elderly gentleman. He finds joy in the small things: watching young children, dogs, and people going about their business without resenting his perspective on the sidelines. He would love to play another round of golf and celebrate with his…
Property Crimes a Growing Concern for the Community
This year, there have been a number of high-profile break-ins at local commercial businesses over the last several months, from Foodland in February and most recently at Millbrook Valley Chocolates. There is limited cash on the premises of most businesses these days, so the burglars helped themselves to cigarettes and chocolates to top up…
The Municipal Hall as Multipurpose Structure
By the 1840s, Cavan’s population had grown to several hundred and a rudimentary civic administration with elected councillors and an appointed clerk was in place. In the mid 1840s, a wood frame municipal structure was constructed in Millbrook (the largest community) at the site of the current Nexicom building. Aside from regular government business,…