Members of the United Church congregations in Millbrook and Cavan were served for seven years by Reverend John Sloan, an amiable, sports-loving minister who had “been around”. He is still the Padre for the local legion, but has been retired for many years and now resides in Jackson Creek… Continue reading
Behind the counter at the front of Foodland are several original paintings by local artist Sherry Crawford. Pictured is her last painting of 2020 entitled, The Elders are with us in all forms. This Fraserville resident is an established artist whose work was on display at two exhibitions last year… Continue reading
Tony Parks is working on his fifth book now. He writes his stories long-hand, and his very patient wife Patty transcribes his stories. She jokes that it makes for interesting Friday evenings, but she admits it has been a wonderful pastime over the past 40 years. Patient, indeed. Tony began… Continue reading
There was an audible sigh of relief when the 4th Line Theatre decided to move forward with a fall production this year for staff, volunteers and patrons of this much-loved theatrical organization. The new production, Bedtime Stories and other Horrifying Tales is written by Kim Blackwell and Lindy Finlan and… Continue reading
Janet Stobie is launching a new book this month called Breakthrough Moments. It’s her second short story collection for adult readers and is divided into occasions- some religious and some secular, like Mother’s Day. Each segment begins with a scripture passage, followed by a story designed to clarify and bring… Continue reading
This national award-winning poster created in 2013 by Kelaiah Guiel hangs in a place of honour inside the doors of the Millbrook Legion. Every year, youngsters are invited to participate in the Royal Canadian Legion’s annual Poster and Literary contests. While schools are no longer active participants in these events,… Continue reading
Peter Graham is releasing his first full-length album this month entitled Despite Where We’ve Been. It’s a collection of alternative folk and country songs featuring strong vocals and concise lyrics supported by the collective efforts of established musicians. His first EP entitled Nowhere in Tacoma released in 2017, received airplay… Continue reading
Twice this summer, Fraserville resident Sherry Crawford has teamed up with Don Winslow, a member of the congregation of St. John’s Ida church to host a COVID-friendly art show offering an impressive display of indigenous works at the church. Sherry is originally from Bancroft and is a member of the… Continue reading
Trout Unlimited Millbrook is hosting the “SPLASH! ART CONTEST”, which is an opportunity for children to draw, photograph, or write about their interactions with our local streams this summer Trout Unlimited Millbrook has prizes available for a number of participants, and the top three submissions will be published in the… Continue reading
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