Last Tuesday afternoon, shortly after 2 p.m. a micro- -burst swept through the upper end of town. There were a few homes, garages and out door buildings that were damaged and several large trees fell. Dempsey Road was the worst hit for fallen trees. The fire department was dispatched as parts of the road were impassible. It was quite scary for a few moments, but we are thankful that there were no injuries.

Happy belated birthday wishes are extended to Hayley Romain who celebrated on Aug. 27.
Lynne Belley is celebrating a birthday Aug. 31. Enjoy your day Lynne.
Donald Pelletier and family of Alberta have been here for a few weeks visiting his dad Jean Pelletier, his sister Suzanne and family and friends.
Jason Rochon has returned to Iqaluit after spending the past two months with his parents Roseann and David Rochon, family and friends.
Congratulations and best wishes are sent to Amy Taylor and Matt Carmichael, of Shawville on the birth of their son Oswald James Charles. Big sister Sidney welcomed Ozzie with open arms.
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Hilda Grieve (nee Gruschwitz) of Beachburg, Ont. She was the wife of the late William Grieve. Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with our neighbors Earl and Betty Grieve, family and friends at this time.
Roseann Rochon is celebrating her birthday on Sept. 1. Enjoy your special day Rose. Theresa Harkins, is celebrating her birthday on Sept. 2 and also Betty Allard is celebrating a birthday this week. Have a wonderful birthday girls.
I cannot believe that the school children have resumed classes this past week. Hopefully they all enjoyed their summer. Good luck is also wished to all of those heading off to college and university.
Warm birthday wishes are extended to Leona Carroll, Kerry Arnold of Trenton,Ont. and our nephew Grant Perry of Stittsville, Ont. who are celebrating birthdays on Sept. 5.
If you can, don’t forget to take in the Shawville Fair this coming weekend. There will be a midway, great exhibitions and entertainers.