Tag: June 2021
Make Room and Time for Farm Vehicles on the Road
It’s that time of year again when there is a proliferation of large farm vehicles making their way to and from fields for field preparation, planting and a particularly early first cut of hay.…
Red-Tailed Hawk Rescue
Walking through his pasture fields just south of Millbrook a few days ago, Peter Kennedy stumbled upon an unusual sight: a red-tailed hawk on the ground. This bird of prey is common enough in…
Another Transition for North Cavan as Principal Retires
Martin Twiss arrived at North Cavan Public School in 2016 as Principal in what he planned as the final stop in an extensive career in public education. During his time with the Kawartha Pine…
Grace Thom Celebrates 105th Birthday
Grace Thom, long-time resident of the Millbrook Manor, celebrated 105 years last month. Compared to her 100th birthday when Grace took a tour around town on a motorcycle, this one was a subdued affair,…
Nancy Hannah Retires from the Millbrook Medical Centre
She has a reputation for making even the most threatening needle glide in painlessly, and her confidence, compassion and sense of humour were all on display behind the counter and in the examination room. …
New App Helps Emergency Services Locate Those Needing Help
A new, free app is gaining traction around the globe, helping emergency crews locate people in trouble and delivery services reach their destinations by identifying precise locations using global mapping technology. Available in 193…
Get to Know Your Food Producers at the Millbrook Farmers’ Market
NEXT MARKET: June 27th, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM From cash crops and dairy to livestock and produce, Canada has a long history of feeding the world. So what does that mean to our…
New Bakery Joins Millbrook Farmer’s Market
Like many youngsters, Megan Deeth began developing her baking skills on weekends helping her Mom bake anything and everything- from basic banana bread to more elaborate cakes and pies. Her fascination with the magic…
