“It’s as good as it gets right now.” Bill Slavin might like to contemplate life in the middle ages or during the Napoleonic era, but he certainly doesn’t want to be transported back to that time. The Historical Society was treated to conversation, tea, and cookies by Bill Slavin and… Continue reading
Peterborough County hosts this annual celebration of the contributions of local groups and individuals who are making extraordinary contributions to their communities. The categories are broad, ranging from acts of heroism, entrepreneurial initiatives, and leadership in areas including agriculture, volunteering, sports, culture and environmental protection. Nominees may not have received… Continue reading
Pictured is Diann Corfe with her daughter Lorraine and son Michael at the celebration of her 80th birthday in a venue she knows and loves, the Millbrook Legion, where she serves as President. She would like to thank all who helped her celebrate this milestone, saying it was a great afternoon. … Continue reading
What a fun-filled time we had singing Christmas music accompanied by guitar, a multi-combo instrument and piano! A rollicking rendition of “The Lighthouse Keeper’s Daughter” was performed by the Cavan Players; in a second hilarious skit, Ted Hodgkinson and Phillip Winslow, portrayed themselves as two buddies fishing at Tidewater Wharf… Continue reading
On November 8 and 9th, 2023, a veteran named Jason Salo visited Millbrook South Cavan School. He met with each grade over two days, allowing him to speak with smaller groups of students. He explained that while in the war he was a Counterintelligence Investigator and a CF Air Marshall…. Continue reading
Sherry Crawford is a self-taught artist who started painting later in life when she was inspired by the owner of Cobourg Native Art Museum. Originally from Bancroft, she has called Cavan Monaghan home for the past 28 years. For a brief period in 2014, Sherry owned and operated Crawford Fine… Continue reading
Tim Belch passed away suddenly at his home on the family farm on October 3, 2023. Tim grew up on the family farm on Sherbrooke St. helping with the family bison business. He left home to earn degrees in Journalism, English and Education. The farm remained top of mind and… Continue reading
In 2022 Joshua Palewandrem joined the Millbrook Stars U15 hockey team, while his Mom Brenda was in the midst of fighting a courageous battle with cancer. Brenda never missed coming to a game and cheering on the team. Once while travelling a great distance to a tournament, she became stuck… Continue reading
