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We welcome the opinions of our readers in the form of letters to the editor. These must be no longer than 200 words and address a local issue, and include the writer’s name and address which must be local. Street addresses are not published. We do not publish 3rd party letters. Letters must be clear, polite and not include any personal attacks on individuals. We reserve the sole discretion on the decision to publish letters on the opinion page which express the views of their authors and do not necessarily reflect the view of the editor.
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Military Memorial of Edwin Retallick added Millbrook Legion Wall of Honour
Last month, a new display was unveiled in the Memorabilia room of the Millbrook Legion. A shadow box containing a military jacket and two military caps owned by the late Edwin Reid Retallick of Millbrook is now mounted in the display room. Born in 1923, Retallick grew up in… Continue reading
Where are they now? Julie Olsen-Horton’s Great Slave Lake Adventure
Growing up on Tapley ¼ Line, Julie always loved the outdoors, and was never squeamish about the creatures inhabiting their generous property. After high school, she decided to develop her interests in a two year Ecosystems Management Technologist program at the Lindsay campus of Fleming College. After some contract positions… 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
Community Centre Fundraising Committee Launched
They’re off! After several meetings, the Cavan Monaghan Community Centre Fundraising Committee is getting ready to kick off their fundraising efforts for the new community centre. This committee is a collection of volunteers from parts of the community who have taken on the responsibility for raising the $1 million dollars… Continue reading
Canada 150 Awards
Millbrook BIA Celebrates!
New Store to Offer Stylish Home Décor
Keeping up with the Jones’ will become easier later this month when a new store called The Joneses opens its doors on King Street in Millbrook. The brain child of three partners, it is an extension of a happy working relationship in real estate. Realtor Shirley Turner, photographer Charlotte Clements… Continue reading
Comment – It’s All About Attitude
Retired Millbrook South Cavan Grade 8 teacher Rhonda Fallis had it right; it’s all about attitude. As she was prepared her grade eight students for high school life, she made the point that the attitude students bring to the table is the most important factor in determining their success. She… Continue reading
