As noted in our original article last month, St. John’s Church in Ida experienced great leadership from our two pioneer ministers, Rev. Joseph Thompson (1819-1833) and Rev. Samuel Armour (1833-1853). After their 35 years of trail-blazing courage and missionary determination, St. John’s was blessed in 1853 by the arrival of… Continue reading
At the Emmanuel College Alumni Day, local author, Janet Stobie received the Emmanuel College Alumni Service Award for her contribution to the United Church and the world, through her books and her inspirational speaking. Over the past fourteen years, Janet has written and published eight books, two novels, Fireweed and… Continue reading
She wanders aimlessly, sometimes alone, sometimes with a companion. She just walks, she has no real destination. She has a faraway look in her brown eyes. She’ll stare, but doesn’t really see. Her clothes may be mismatched, soiled, but of good quality. Her sweater may be hers, or someone else’s. … Continue reading
Before the arrival of the Highlands of Millbrook, for decades developers have been making their mark on a much smaller scale, establishing homes in this rural community north east of the GTA. Since the late 1960’s Mario Veltri has been quietly building homes in Millbrook, purchasing new locations with the… Continue reading
I attended the final skate at the Arena yesterday, and as I sat there in my old spot I began reminiscing, thinking about what that place meant to so many. My last official visit to that arena was in the Fall of 2002 when my late husband’s Cavan Blazer sweater… Continue reading
On March 29th the players participating in the Puck & Stick and the Adult Hockey had their final skate at the Old Millbrook Arena. For the past number of years the Puck & Stick (adult based program for residents 45+ years, use of pucks and sticks only) and the Adult… Continue reading
New Owners at the Golden Wheel Tina and Tim Yu are now the proud owners of local restaurant and event venue, the Golden Wheel. The couple was introduced to the opportunity by Tina’s father, who has worked at the restaurant during the years it was owned by the Tung… Continue reading
Centreville Presbyterian Church in South Monaghan is the keeper of Millbrook Grace Presbyterian Church’s War Veterans’ Honour Roll. To commemorate Canada’s 150th birthday, Centreville embarked on a reproduction project for these documents. The originals, beautifully hand-written in India ink, are now in new frames and protected with anti-glare, UV-rated glass…. Continue reading
