More Railroad Stories
When the railroad from Port Hope to Millbrook opened in 1856, extending to Lindsay and Peterborough shortly afterwards, our region was transformed from a rural backwater to a transportation hub. Millbrook, a sleepy village of some 250 people, was soon home to over 1,000 residents. Many men were employed at Millbrook Junction station, cutting…
Thank you from Foodshare
Foodshare volunteers celebrate another season of helping coordinate generous community support with its clients for the holiday season. With the support of individuals, businesses, clubs, sports teams, churches and school children, they prepared 60 holiday hampers filled with goodies. Pictured from left to right are Foodshare volunteers Bob Gibson, Brian Goheen, Teresa Wachon, Sarah…
Food Insecurity a Growing Problem in the Region
Last month, Peterborough Public Health (PPH) published their annual report on household food insecurity within Peterborough City and County. The 2024 report discussed the growing concern about household food insecurity in the region. Food insecurity occurs when individuals and families find themselves in the difficult spot of choosing to pay for rent or food…
Peterborough Regional Airport Seeking Collaboration in Airport Plans
At the last Council meeting, Commissioner of Municipal Operations from the City of Peterborough Ilmar Simanovskis, presented a community update about plans for the Peterborough Airport. The objective was to stimulate interest in collaboration with municipalities in the region that might help stimulate economic growth in the region. The airport grounds are controlled by…
MZO for Brown Line Property Revoked
In late November, the municipality was advised by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing that the Ministerial Zoning Order issued for property located at 1840 Brown Line was being revoked. The decision was triggered by the lack of progress demonstrated on the approvals required to implement the program for which the expedited approval…
Thank you From Millbrook Foodshare
Millbrook and District Foodshare would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all of the community for your extreme kindness with donating food, stockings, monetary donations this year! We are overwhelmed by your thoughtfulness! Our food Hampers were overflowing with food! Our stockings were another amazing hit! Many thanks goes to you the community…