Policy Regarding Letters to the Editor
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 We do not publish 3rd party letters.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.
Upcoming Events
Jun30Thu202211:00 am Centennial Place BBQCentennial Place BBQJun 30 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pmThe Residents Council is hosting a fundraising BBQ in the parking lot of the residence. The lunch is “to go” and includes your choice of hot dog/hamburger/chicken burger, chips and pop.Jul4Mon20229:00 am New To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreNew To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreJul 4 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOpen 9am to 3pm every Monday to Friday. Please consider donating good quality used clothing. Funds received from the sale of these items support local programs and services.Jul11Mon20229:00 am Minecraft Stem Lab Summer Camps ...Minecraft Stem Lab Summer Camps ...Jul 11 @ 9:00 am – Jul 15 @ 4:00 pmKeep your kids learning and engaged this summer with the OSM Public Library Minecraft Stem Lab Summer camps! Monday to Friday filled with lots of fun activities like making foam potions, crystal gardens, creating terrariums, and more. Pre-register today. (Pre-register by June 23rd for our July Camp and July 21st... Continue reading →Aug1Mon20229:00 am New To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreNew To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreAug 1 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOpen 9am to 3pm every Monday to Friday. Please consider donating good quality used clothing. Funds received from the sale of these items support local programs and services.Aug8Mon20229:00 am Minecraft Stem Lab Summer Camps ...Minecraft Stem Lab Summer Camps ...Aug 8 @ 9:00 am – Aug 12 @ 4:00 pmKeep your kids learning and engaged this summer with the OSM Public Library Minecraft Stem Lab Summer camps! These week-long camps start at 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday filled with lots of fun activities like making foam potions, crystal gardens, creating terrariums, and more. Pre-register today. (Pre-register... Continue reading →Sep5Mon20229:00 am New To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreNew To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreSep 5 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOpen 9am to 3pm every Monday to Friday. Please consider donating good quality used clothing. Funds received from the sale of these items support local programs and services.Oct3Mon20229:00 am New To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreNew To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreOct 3 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOpen 9am to 3pm every Monday to Friday. Please consider donating good quality used clothing. Funds received from the sale of these items support local programs and services.Nov7Mon20229:00 am New To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreNew To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreNov 7 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOpen 9am to 3pm every Monday to Friday. Please consider donating good quality used clothing. Funds received from the sale of these items support local programs and services.Dec5Mon20229:00 am New To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreNew To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreDec 5 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOpen 9am to 3pm every Monday to Friday. Please consider donating good quality used clothing. Funds received from the sale of these items support local programs and services.Jan2Mon20239:00 am New To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreNew To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreJan 2 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pmOpen 9am to 3pm every Monday to Friday. Please consider donating good quality used clothing. Funds received from the sale of these items support local programs and services.
Tag Archives: Millbrook
Millbrook’s EarlyON Centre Returns to Drop-In Style Program

In the last two years, the Educator Team has offered a variety of in person and virtual programs for families in the Millbrook Community and beyond. Since March 2020, when permitted to gather together, families were required to register in advance for any in person programs. This was quite the… Continue reading
Construction Notice

Downtown Bridge Repairs to Reduce Traffic to One Lane for Five Months June fist is the tentative start date for a significant rehabilitation of the Firehall Bridge in Millbrook. The bridge is located on King St. East (aka County Rd 21) just east of the intersection of County Rd. 10. … Continue reading
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 first, his medical practice continued to operate out of the retired doctor’s home. Soon, the new… Continue reading
Cavan Art Gallery
Baxter Creek Watershed Alliance – A Community Invitation!

Early settlers called the township known now as Cavan-Monaghan, “this green and pleasant land.” Since that time, an ever increasing number of people have discovered the charms of this special place. Newcomers and long-time residents alike have expressed keen interest in protecting and enhancing the natural heritage of this municipality…. Continue reading
No Mobile Bank for Millbrook

Late last summer, Kawartha Credit Union (KCU) brought in their Mobile Branch to the village to introduce residents to this innovative facility. Parked beside the old arena near Needler’s Mill, the unit incorporated two private offices and a full-service ATM, allowing customers to perform the vast majority of banking services,… Continue reading
Millbrook Agricultural Society Event

On a particularly windy Saturday last month, the Millbrook Agricultural Society hosted their second annual Santa Claus parade at the Fairgrounds on Frederick St. The event drew 359 cars filled with visitors who came to enjoy the floats. Among the entrants with displays were Town & Country, Eagleson Construction, Millbrook… Continue reading
Millbrook Water Rates to Rise by 1.5%

Last month, Council approved a 1.5% annual increase in water bills for Millbrook water customers for the next four years. Water rates have been a cause for concern since the launch of the new water plant facilities in 2015, which by law must cover all costs of water systems. Last… Continue reading