The past week has seen an increase in the temperature across the area, and most of the snow has melted. The heat has also been turned up on the Provincial political stage as well, with the PC leadership race well underway, and the other parties vying for their own… Continue reading
The pounding of steel on steel has been providing background music to the downtown area for the past few weeks as the dam reconstruction project began in earnest. The sounds came from the installation of sheet piling to establish an open creek channel to divert water away from the existing… Continue reading
On Sunday, February 11th, the Royal Canadian Legion in Millbrook hosted the annual Youth Education Public Speaking Contest. Participants were invited from all local elementary schools, and three entrants joined each of the two age categories, all from North Cavan Public School and presented their speeches in front of an… Continue reading
It’s that time of year again where we identify local groups and individuals who are making extraordinary contributions to our community. Nominations for exemplary residents are open until March 15th, so get out your pencils/tablets/computers and fill in a nomination form. The categories are broad, ranging from acts of heroism,… Continue reading
A group of local Maple Syrup producers are joining forces to host another Maple Day on April 8th. All participating producers will open the doors to their sugar shacks between the hours of 10:00am and 4:00pm and invite you to come with your family to walk a sugar bush and… Continue reading
After months of preparation, there is only one more rehearsal until the costumes come on at Funfolks Theatrical. Participants are eager for the arrival of March break, and it’s not because they want to catch up on sleep or get more screen time on their favourite device. These young people… Continue reading
It wasn’t until late January that Russell Kennedy learned he would join ten other cross-country skiers to wear the maple leaf in the upcoming Olympic Winter Games, joining the team as one of five rookies. Russell’s father Dave grew up on a farm on County Rd. 10 that is still… Continue reading
