Computer Solutions Plus helps Belizean Electrician

Last week, Computer Solutions Plus staff pitched in to convert a laptop to respond verbal commands instead of requiring the physical manipulation of a mouse or keyboard.  Spanish teacher Peggy Ortiz also assisted with the conversion, ensuring the laptop responds to Spanish voice commands. The laptop will be donated to… Continue reading

Community Care Volunteer Spotlight

Jill Stocker is a dedicated and valued volunteer driver for Community Care’s Transportation program. She became a volunteer driver as soon as she retired and has been driving clients for over five years.  When asked why she signed up for this particular work, Jill said, “People volunteer for various reasons…. Continue reading

Millbrook Community Care receives $6500 donation

Chris Schier of RE/MAX All-Stars provides a donation of $6,500 to the Millbrook Community Care, raised at this year’s Advantage Charity Classic Golf Tournament held at Baxter Creek Golf Club. Sponsors RE/MAX, Kidd Brothers Construction and Doyle Plumbing along with 80 golfers contributed to the cause. Pictured are Rosie and… Continue reading

Letter to the Editor – October 2018

A great big THANK YOU from the Millbrook BIA to all the Millbrook BIA Ladies Night Committee members who work so hard to pull this event together, the Millbrook Community Policing as well as all the vendors.  The Millbrook BIA Decorating Committee made sure the downtown looked beautiful for all… Continue reading

Tell Us Your Jail Tales

The word on the street is that David Clayton Thomas of Blood, Sweat and Tears fame was once a Millbrook resident at what inmates called “the Brook.” The Millbrook Correctional Centre operated from 1957 until the end of 2003 as the province’s only maximum security correctional centre for convicted inmates… Continue reading

Pontypool Celebration Honours Canadian War Brides

Last month the Manvers Historical Society hosted a reunion for local war brides to celebrate their contribution to the country.  Thirteen women and a husband representing his hospitalized wife attended from across the province.  Many brides bore familiar local names including Tinney, De Mille, Leahy, Condon, Robertson and Lash.  Ranging… Continue reading

In Praise of Heritage Pigs

Pigs were introduced to North America over 500 years ago, when they were prized for their utility, hardiness, foraging ability, meat and fat, but this noble animal has been under attack now for over a century. 1846, Canadian Dr. Abraham Gesner distilled coal and created what he called kerosene. Eight… Continue reading

Community Care Luncheon Donation from Marion and George Corfe

At last month’s Community Care Luncheon, Marion and George Corfe handed out donations again this year to local organizations from funds they earned operating the canteen in the Millbrook Arena, Each recipient received a cheque for $300 including Community Care Millbrook & Millbrook Food Share, Local Girl Guides, Minor Hockey… Continue reading

Hand-crafted Ceramic Pieces Combine Style and Utility

Janette Froncz is a new vendor at the Millbrook Farmers’ market, offering hand-made pottery. Known for her elegance and grace from her years as a dancer, choreographer and creative movement teacher, it’s no surprise to see Janette’s items are stylish and well-crafted while being practical as well. Five years ago… Continue reading