Cory and Chris Johnston Take Family History of Competitive Fishing to New Level

Cory and Chris Johnston are Canadian brothers making history in the world of competitive fishing south of the border. They are both pro anglers, competing in the Bassmaster Elite Series, which is the highest level of professional bass fishing tournaments in North America.  These young men have qualified to join… Continue reading

Maple Leaf Cavan Football Club Hosts Soccer Fest

Last weekend, House league teams at the local soccer club had a fun-filled introduction to their season as the club hosted their first Canada Soccer Active Start festival at Maple Leaf Park.  All teams up to U12 joined the fun, getting ready for the season spending some time with their… Continue reading

Peterborough Sports Hall of Fame asks MCHS to Help Trace the Origin of a Jersey in Their Collection

The Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society provides support and research help to those looking for their ancestors in this area or have questions about local history. Notably this year, we searched our holdings to provide materials for the celebration of the 150th anniversary of St. John’s Church at Ida, and… Continue reading

New Ice Allocation Policy Strives to Balance User Interests and Budget Concerns

The new policy has been developed to manage the township’s ice venue and facilities to ensure fair and equitable distribution of ice times among all interested user groups and provide a framework supporting the best business model for the municipality.  One of the objectives is to maximize ice rental opportunities… Continue reading

CMCC Project Fundraising Total Tops $830,000

  Thanks to the a generous personal donation of $500,000 by local area developer Mario Cortellucci last month, the current fundraising commitment of the Cavan Monaghan Community Centre (CMCC) is approaching its $1 million goal. Scheduled to open in the fall of this year, the Township’s new 43,000+ square foot… Continue reading

Action-filled Weekend Will Wrap up a 70-Year History of Ice Sport at the Millbrook Arena

This weekend will be the last for ice events at the Millbrook arena as the final season for the facility winds down with a bang. Things kick off with a do-or-die OMHA Final playoff game 5 where the Millbrook PeeWee Rep team hosts Shallow Lake after tying the Championship series… Continue reading

Community Support Embraces Canadian Pony Club Motto – Loyalty, Character, Sportsmanship

The Kawartha Pony Club branch wishes to thank each and every one of their guests and supporters who attended and donated to their very successful Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser.  Through raffle, meal tickets and cash donations, the club raised $1,762.31 at that event. The Millbrook Lions’ Den was the perfect venue… Continue reading