Hallowe’en Comes Early to the CMCC
Parks and Recreation staff entertained more than 150 youngsters on Thursday evening at a Hallowe’en party at the CMCC. There were activities across the facility, with a riddle walk along the track, a craft room and photo wall in the studio, story time in the Overlook room and a variety of games and challenges…
Local Tick Activity Very High
Anecdotal reports of intense local tick infestations are not exaggerated. Local veterinary clinics confirm they are seeing evidence of prolific tick activity as they find many clients have become unwitting hosts to this pest. By now most pet owners and nature lovers understand that ticks can bring serious con-sequences. They can transmit agents that…
Major Environmental Restoration Project Underway at Squirrel Creek
Last week, Trent and Fleming students in environmental studies were working on a case study in Cavan Monaghan. Under the supervision of Freshwater Conservation Canada (formerly Trout Unlimited) staff, they were planting tree and shrub sap-lings and installing fixtures designed to alter the flow of water to improve fish habitat and restore wetlands. Working…
Only in Millbrook you say?
A happy confluence of factors led to Voyageur Canoe Company’s startup in Millbrook back in 1969. Who were those individuals who made Millbrook the preferred location for this innovative new enterprise? What made Voyageur Canoe unique? Our Historical Society is pleased to invite Voyageur’s Glenn Fallis back to take us through the evolution of…
Cavan Monaghan Applies for Ice Storm Expense Relief
At the October 20th Council meeting Council supported a request by the Director of Finance/Treasurer Officer Kimberly Pope to apply for a grant to help offset expenses the municipality incurred during the March 2025 ice storm under a new program which pays out up to 75% of eligible expenses. The municipality has identified eligible…
Millbrook South Cavan Students Prepare Postcards for Ukrainian and Canadian Military
Last week, founders of Postcards to the Front Canada joined Millbrook South Cavan students in Mrs. Parish’s Grade 5 class as part of their global awareness studies and empathy development work. This was the group’s third visit to the school, and they spoke to students about Ukraine, where it is and what is happening…