New Retail Distributors of Alcohol Open Across the Province

Last month convenience stores across Ontario which had successfully applied for licenses began to offer alcohol under new rules outlined in Premier Ford’s 2018 election campaign. According to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, 4,146 convenience stores across the province received their license as of September 5th, when the… Continue reading

Open Studio

Pictured are colourful garden décor items created by Barbara Walker that were “planted” in the garden at the Open Studio event last month. The event featured work from five local artists and drew crowds throughout the weekend, including regular supporters and some new visitors. This annual event showcases a few… Continue reading

Celebrate the Season at the Fall Festival

The Millbrook Business Improvement Area committee has plans to help us welcome the new season with another Fall Festival schedule for Saturday, October 5th running from noon until 6pm in the village with activities for all of the family. This event is about bringing family and friends together to celebrate… Continue reading

Doula by day, Chemist by Night?

Georget Pounall has been creating skin and hair care products for family, friends and young “customers” since 2020.  A practicing Doula, in her day job she supports families as they follow the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth and postpartum.  After work, she creates hair and skin care products for her… Continue reading

Brandy Bliss Cleaning Services Makes it a Pleasure to Come Home

Brandy Bliss is ready to transform your home with a thorough cleaning service.  She brings three years of service, a focus on detail and a pride in her work that will make it a pleasure to come home.   She offers all levels of cleaning services, from a quick basic wipe… Continue reading

Council Approves Six CIP Projects  

At the last Council meeting in June, Council approved six new grant applications for the 2024 Community Improvement Plan Grant for a total expenditure of $34,400.00. The amount available for this program in the 2024 Capital Budget was $59,718 due to an accumulation of unspent funds from the program years… Continue reading

Ladies’ Night Entertains

Perfect conditions allowed visitors, vendors and performers to enjoy the ambiance of downtown Millbrook at last week’s Ladies’ Night. The event featured booths showcasing skin care, fragrance products and decorative items, real estate services and information about local organizations including Girl Guides and the Kawartha Junior Beekeepers association.   Millbrook Valley… Continue reading

Letter to the Editor – August 2024

Oh what a Night!  My soul bubbles with pride as I send out thanks to the Ladies Night 2024 Planning Committee, Cavan Monaghan Parks & Facilities staff and workers, Cavan Monaghan Community Police, our fabulous MCs, Mother Nature and costumed attendees for the excellent event held Downtown Millbrook on July… Continue reading

Cavan-Monaghan Receives First Quarter OLG Payment

Last month, the township received the first quarter (April 1 – June 30) OLG payment totaling $87,728 for hosting Shorelines Slots at Kawartha Downs.  The City of Peterborough’s payment for the same period was $734,414. Since the gaming site opened in November 1999, Cavan Monaghan has received $61,786,063 and since… Continue reading