Last weekend, the youth group from the Centreville Presbyterian Church presented a Thank you luncheon to members of the community who had rallied in support of their recent trip to the Dominican Republic. After a delicious home-made lunch, the group discussed their trip presenting colourful photos of their week-long journey…. Continue reading
This year, Millbrook Minor Hockey took control of the local Hockey Day in Canada celebrations by doing what they do best- providing an opportunity for young players to build their skills and have some fun playing a sport they love. The club focused their efforts on the youngest players ages… Continue reading
Hockey Tournament Supports Local Children with Autism By Newspaper club member Ryan P. On February 18, 2019 an outdoor hockey tournament was held at Lakefield College for boys and girls aged eleven and twelve. This outdoor tournament was held for two families that have autism: the Tarkington, and Dembroski families. … Continue reading
On Sunday, February 10th, the Royal Canadian Legion in Millbrook hosted the annual Youth Education Public Speaking Contest. Participants were invited from all local elementary schools, and twelve entrants joined each of the two age categories, coming from Millbrook South Cavan and North Cavan Public Schools, bravely stepping on stage… Continue reading
Approximately 40 students from grades four through eight have spent recesses and some periods after school over the last few months organizing, rehearsing and preparing props for this year’s production of the musical entitled “The Castaways”. The play addresses some critical social issues including homelessness and compassion. Through a series… Continue reading
Last month, six students at Crestwood Secondary School hosted an art show in their school foyer featuring installations they developed as part of the final assignment in their Grade 12 Visual Art course. Student exhibits took advantage of a wide range of media to portray their message, from videos, cardboard… Continue reading
Pink Shirt Day by Newspaper club member Ryan Pillman On February 27, 2019, it is Pink shirt day in Canada. Everybody in Canada will be celebrating Pink shirt day for the meaning of it and when it was invented. Let me tell you why it was invented and when. It… Continue reading
Pi-Haiku Poem By Newspaper club member Jordan M. Escape They were close Quick I matched the speed. Near That is where they were In the forest I ran, they followed. River I jumped in the rapids I tried to get out. Saw escape River banks were close… Continue reading
Friday evenings, a group of teenagers meet at the Peterborough Armories as members of the local Royal Canadian Army Cadets. They have already been to the regular cadet meeting on Tuesday where they participate in activities such as land navigation studies, citizenship, leadership, effective speaking, outdoor survival, drill, sports and… Continue reading
