Tag: Nov 2017
WWII Vet Travelled with Bomb in his Pocket
In 1940, Ab Sinyard was approaching eighteen years of age in his home town of Deere Lake just outside Cornerbrook, Nfld. His mother ran the local hotel and times were tight, so as soon…
Remembrance Day Events
Remembrance Day Banquet at the Legion on Saturday, Nov. 4th at 6 pm Bethany Cenotaph Service on Sunday, November 5th in Bethany at 1:30 pm Millbrook Cenotaph Service on Saturday, November 11th in Millbrook…
Poppy Financial Report
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR. 402 POPPY FINANCIAL REPORT Opening Balance Oct. 1, 2016 $1,606.22 Income from all sources 9,844.75 Subtotal (available balance) $11,450.97 Campaign Expenses Poppies and Wreath purchases $3,990.23 Youth…
Our Debt of Gratitude to our Armed Forces Members
The next time you are stopped behind a high school bus, take a look at the students getting off- wearing earphones, joking with friends, or off in a world of their own. Now imagine…
Spontaneous Decision Prompted Bellinger’s Enlistment in WWII
For the late Cavan veteran Clarence Munro, joining the Armed Forces in Halifax in 1939 was the best option available. At sixteen years of age, he had lost his parents and was supporting himself…
Welcome, Fall!
Now, hands up those who didn’t notice that last month’s Get Out! was authored by someone else! A big thank-you and well done to Dennis Vanderspek. My neighbour across the street and his…
Midget Rep Stars 1st Tournament
For the first time in a number of years, Millbrook & District Minor Hockey is hosting a Midget Rep team. With a small roster of 12 skaters and one goalie, no one knew what…
Kawartha High School Bass Masters Earn Top Awards in Inaugural Year
Last year Crestwood students were introduced to a new club thanks to the efforts of Educational Assistant Curtis Cronkwright. An avid fisherman, Cronkwright started a local youth extension of the Ontario Bass Anglers Sportsmen…
The Community piles on for Food Share
Food Share Chair David Brackenridge is no longer surprised by the depth and breadth of support from our generous community when it comes to reaching out to those in need. Donations to our local…