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Tag Archives: Volunteering
Turtle Rescue at Baxter Creek
Historical Society Member Peter Ramsay Restored Cabinet
Photo: Celia Hunter – The cabinet originally displayed men’s haberdashery at Fowler’s Men’s Wear in downtown Millbrook. In the 1960s (presumably when the shop closed), Clare Williams, wife of Harry, mother of Jill, bought it to display her collection of rocks and minerals. It was later used at the Heritage… Continue reading
Millbrook Legion News
What a difference the main street is from my last report. It is beautiful in downtown Millbrook. Our Legion is keeping very active this summer. We still have the odd Saturday open for rentals. If anyone is thinking about a party or wedding please call the office for availability. Our… Continue reading
Quilts for Fort McMurray
The devastating wildfires in Fort McMurray have touched many, moving people to find ways to demonstrate support to the victims of the tragedy in a tangible way. For Zion Line resident Shirley Challice, the need was more keenly felt, as her daughter Katie Bedford had been living in that town… Continue reading
My name is Everett Webster and I shaved my head to raise money for Pediatric Cancer Research. On Friday, May 13, the Pedal for Hope team arrived on their bikes ready to have some fun. It was a great day with lots of surprises and at the end the team… Continue reading
Marion and George Corfe Donation to Organizations
The Corfe’s were busy handling out donations to local organizations from their earnings this year running the canteen in the Millbrook Arena. Each appreciative recipient received a cheque for $500, including Millbrook Minor Hockey, Millbrook Community Care, Millbrook & District FoodShare, and Millbrook Cavan Firefighters Association to assist in their… Continue reading
County Recognizes Exceptional Citizens of All Stripes
On Friday, May 27th, the County held its annual Recognition awards in Havelock for citizens making significant contributions to their communities. Among the winners for Cavan Monaghan Township were John and Susan French, who were recognized for their agricultural leadership. For the past 38 years, they have raised beef cattle… Continue reading
8th Annual Country Mile Charity Walk/Run
Parents, grandparents, children, teachers, principals and friends joined together early on May 14th to walk or run along Zion line in Cavan Monaghan for a short stroll or a 10K run in support of a good cause. Despite the cold drizzle, participants cheerfully lined up along the starting line to… Continue reading