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 We do not publish 3rd party letters.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
May6Mon20249:00 am New To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreNew To You Clothing Store @ New to You Clothing StoreMay 6 @ 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.May8Wed2024May10Fri20246:30 pm Game Night – May 2024 @ Bethany United ChurchGame Night – May 2024 @ Bethany United ChurchMay 10 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pmBethany Community Hub invites you to enjoy board games, card games and memory games at the lower level of Bethany United Church, 3 George Street, Bethany. Fun for the whole family.May11Sat202412:30 pm Millbrook Library Ice Cream Fund...Millbrook Library Ice Cream Fund...May 11 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pmWe are having an Ice Cream Social Fundraiser this month! Join us at either branch on Saturday, May 11th from 12:30-2:00pm to enjoy a delicious treat for Mother’s Day. We will have ice cream, cones, and a variety of toppings to choose from. The cost for each person will be... Continue reading →May12Sun20249:00 am Springville Market Mother’s Day ... @ Springville Tap ‘N GrillSpringville Market Mother’s Day ... @ Springville Tap ‘N GrillMay 12 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pmFeaturing Mother’s day Brunch until noon, face painting, B12 injections, Reiki treatments, readings, ice cream, live music, and crafts.May15Wed2024May16Thu20247:00 pm Alderville First Nation Historia...Alderville First Nation Historia...May 16 @ 7:00 pmAnnual General Meeting of your Millbrook Cavan Historical Society, at Millbrook Legion Hall. Come and learn about Alderville’s unique history. All welcome. Info: millbrookcavanhs.org
Tag Archives: Volunteering
Volunteering Builds Abundance for Us
We can’t say it enough, it’s our volunteers that make the difference and allow us to grow our reach. Without the over 750 local volunteers and brokered helpers contributing over 91,000 hours of service to clients and our agency, we simply wouldn’t be able to do the work that we… Continue reading
As Cold Weather Approaches, St. Thomas Anglican Ladies Offer Warmth
Last winter, One Roof Community Centre was collecting donations of warm clothing including coats, hats, socks and mitts to distribute to their customers. It is one of the many services the outreach program offers to people facing challenges of homelessness, food insecurity and social isolation in Peterborough. A Ministry of… Continue reading
Bottle donations Through Millbrook Farm Supply Continue to Help Local Organizations
Angela Lloyd, Michelle and Emily Horner at Millbrook Farm Supply have continued to collection bottle donations on behalf of local organizations. Lately they have provided $1500 to the Mount Pleasant Women’s Institute to help with their renovations. They also supported Five Counties with $2000.00 to help with their work in… Continue reading
Millbrook Annual Children’s Fishing Derby
Charity Golf Tournament Honours Late Daughter
Black Diamond Golf Course in Pontypool is hosting a charity golf tournament this summer on July 7th. The Emma Purdie Memorial Golf Tournament was established by Emma’s parents Barb and Bryan Purdie. This summer marks the tenth anniversary of her tragic passing at the age of 20. Home for the… Continue reading
Telecare Peterborough Seeking Volunteers
Telecare Distress Centre of Peterborough is a free, anonymous and strictly confidential 24-hour call line for people in need of a friendly person who will listen. Their phones are answered by volunteers who are good listeners, enjoy talking to people and are trained to handle crisis situations. The volunteers and… Continue reading
A Call to Action
Call it an invitation, a challenge, or a gesture of care and thanks to this beautiful place we share, but whatever the motivation, we think Spring is an ideal time to show our respect by doing a little picking up, and hope you do too. One day this past week,… Continue reading
First Annual Fill a Truck Event a Great Success
On Sunday March 6th, The Old Millbrook School EarlyON Child and Family Centre in partnership with One City Peterborough hosted their first “Fill a Truck” Event. Nancy Hurley, the Centre Administrator for The Old Millbrook School EarlyON Child and Family Centre and San Williamson, the Outreach Coordinator for One City… Continue reading