Last month, the Millbrook Cavan Firefighters Association donated 20 plush firefighter bears to the Fire Department. First responders carry plush toys to offer children they meet on calls to soothe and distract them during the emergency. Toys donated from other sources often have inappropriate messages such as Happy Birthday, so… Continue reading
On May 1st, the Volunteer Firefighters’ Association recognized the outstanding service of three of their members. Tom Armstrong, celebrated 40 years to the very day on Monday, while Orville Thertell, has been a member for 31 years, and Dave Auchterlonie a mere 30 years. This group not only come to… Continue reading
At the May 1st Council meeting, EarlyON Centre’s Managing Director Nancy Hurley explained the role of this critical family resource in our community. Its mandate is to support early learning and development, engage parents and caregivers and help them make connections in the community. It takes a community-directed approach, providing… Continue reading
Taking a hike is good for both physical and mental health, but along with that feeling of well-being might come a microscopic predator that could turn that effort into something that threatens rather than boosts your health. In woodlands, tall grasses and hiking trails across Ontario lie Black-legged ticks. … Continue reading
At the last Council meeting, Water Wastewater Technician Jessica Fradley provided the Annual Drinking Water Report for 2022. This is mandated by the Ontario Ministry of Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP). This ministry regulates and enforces the production and delivery of safe potable water to consumers under the Safe Drinking… Continue reading
As is often the case, the poor behaviour of a few affects to privileges of the many. A few weeks ago, Recreation staff decided to close access to the walking track at 6pm after a series of events where unsupervised youngsters played pranks that created dangerous situations for themselves as… Continue reading
For many years, residents wishing to have open fires on their property have been required to hold valid burn permits for this activity and to call a dedicated “burn line” that operates under a contract with the City of Peterborough when they start to burn and again when the fire… Continue reading
With more than twenty years of counselling, home support and Personal Service work experience under her belt, Shona Steele believes she understands her clients. Working as a care provider for private firms, she often felt that the needs of her clients often went beyond what the private home care service… Continue reading
The Environmental Services Update provided by Public Works in the February 6th meeting did not paint a pretty picture of our township’s waste generation situation. The introduction of the mandatory use of clear bags in January 2020 was expected to ensure that everyone was recycling and would reduce the volume… Continue reading
