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Thanks for 50 Years of Service
This month marks 50 years since Dr. Dave VanLoon and his wife, Claire, moved to Millbrook, as Dave began his career as a family doctor. He assumed the practice of Dr. Hobbs and, at…
Local Food Options Let Customers Leave Supply-Chain Worries Behind
Who doesn’t miss the experience of local farmers’ markets this time of year? More so now, when we see produce shelves with items showing a bit of wear after an extra-long trip to the…
The Community Mourns the Loss of Cathy Moore – A Popular Public Servant
Just before Christmas, the community lost a strong advocate with the passing of Cavan Councillor Cathy Moore. Three years into a four-year term, Cathy was an enthusiastic supporter of the community she loved. The…
Where Are They Now?
Greetings From Kosovo: Former Millbrook Resident Describes the Start of a Career with the Canadian Armed Forces. Andrew Kim and his siblings Eugene and Audery grew up in Millbrook where his parents owned and…
The Story Gets More Personal for Internationally Acclaimed Artist JoEllen Brydon
JoEllen comes from a background of storytellers. A professional visual artist who has lived in the hamlet of Mount Pleasant for most of her life, her Irish background comes through in her love of…
Local Artist Illustrates Children’s Book Series Called “Frank the Fish”
For Cory Cole, illustrations were simply part of a lunchtime routine with her son. Cartoon drawings and puns were entertainment more than anything. If others enjoyed them too, that was a bonus. Illustrating a…
Who is Your COVID Champion?
Hiawatha and Curve Lake First Nations, the City of Peterborough and Peterborough County are coming together to learn about and celebrate local COVID Champions. Local residents are invited to pay tribute to community members…
Volunteers in the Decorating Committee Keeps Downtown Beautiful
A big shout-out to the wonderful volunteers who make up the Millbrook BIA (Business Improvement Association) Decorating Committee. The Decorating Committee is a committee of, and funded by, the Millbrook BIA and has been…
Local Seamstress Can Make Your Clothes Fit or Make Your Design Dream a Reality
Terry Kelly has four sewing machines in her studio, some much older than others. They all have their specific roles- hems, serging, zippers, etc. She won’t say how long she has worked as…