New Alcohol Policy Approved

When the weather heats up, a new policy will kick in allowing alcoholic beverages to be served in sidewalk patios in the township this year.  Last month Cavan Monaghan Council approved a new Municipal Alcohol policy which will allow alcohol to be served by those in receipt of a seasonal… Continue reading

Three Business Law Tips for Taking Stock and Starting Fresh in 2018

If you are an entrepreneur, the start of a new year can be a great time to reflect on what you have built and where you would like to take it next.  It can be a time of revitalization, as well as a time for saying goodbye to outmoded aspects… Continue reading

Canada Summer Jobs Program Applications Due February 2nd

Local employers in any sector with 50 or fewer employees are eligible for a funding program to create summer job opportunities for  young people aged 15 to 30 years who are full-time students intending to return to their studies in the next school year. According to MP Jamie Schmale, more… Continue reading

Christmas Comes to the Village on December 7th

Get your flashlights ready, because this year you can really make an entrance.  Come to the Millbrook South Cavan School parking lot ready for a 5:45 p.m. departure as you follow a horse-drawn wagon and join Community Choir members as they form a musical procession down Tupper and King streets… Continue reading

Peterborough County Extends Public Consultation Period over Signage Restrictions

County Council has extended the public consultation period for review of the Sign By-Law and seek public input into the new sign by-law for the County. The intent is to address the proliferation of signs along County roadsides, particularly in Bush Country areas in the Municipality of Trent Lakes, Township… Continue reading

A Year in the Village – Millbrook Valley Chocolates Celebrates

  This time, the filming of the second season of the television series “Anne”, was a more welcome experience.  Last year, Millbrook Valley Chocolate owners Stephen and Jackie Flamminio had just taken possession of the former pizza shop location and were rushing to complete their renovations to open their doors… Continue reading

A New Generation of Farmers Investing in the Future at Alona Farms

  A few years ago, Cathy and Rick Carl moved from Cathy’s parents’ home farm on Zion Line to allow their daughter Melissa, her husband Mike Harrigan and their growing family to take their turn in the home that has been in Cathy’s family for generations.  Originally owned by her… Continue reading