Melvin Jones’ Award Recipients
Lions Steve Paul and Paul Haynes were awarded the prestigious Melvin Jones award at the Millbrook and District Lions’ President’s dinner on June 17th. This award recognizes outstanding humanitarian work by a Lions member. Congratulations to you both. The Lions’ Food Trailer will be seen out and about at events over the next few…
Progress at New Firehall Facility
Pictured is the progress on the new fire hall as of last Friday. Emergency vehicles will enter the building via an extension of Highlands Blvd which runs through the new Towerhill North subdivision, and exit the building directly onto County Rd. 10. Last week, water and wastewater pipe was installed in front of the…
Thanks for the Fair!
Approximately 240 kids attended Children’s Day on Thursday, June 6th, with Millbrook South Cavan students in grades one through three braving the rain to come on foot while North Shore Public School from Keene came on a bus. There were eight stations of interest including the antique tractors, Squirrel Creek Farms’ maple tapping display,…
Cavan-Monaghan Barn Quilt Trail Celebrates
Last week, Township Councillors, staff and volunteers with the Cavan Monaghan Barn Quilt Trail (CMBQT) Committee, gathered in celebration of community spirit and cultural heritage for a formal ribbon cutting ceremony of the Rising Sun Quilt Block. Designed by local quilter Kate DeKlerk and painted by local artist Maya deMaria, this vibrant piece of…
Splash Pad Coming to the CMCC in August 2024
At the May 6th meeting, Council accepted the proposal for the design and installation of a splash pad at the community centre. This feature was identified in the Vision – 2035 Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan and the area where it will be installed is currently used as a sand play area. This area…
Blocks and Blooms Returns!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 15th from 10am to 4pm. This celebration of gardens, historic buildings and quilts is finally back! Get your tickets and look forward to a rewarding day. Your support for the Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society is much appreciated. KG