Outaouais doctors and healthcare advocates are concerned a provincial bill tabled in May, if adopted as law, will decrease the already low number of available
There was more than one reason to go out for ice cream over the weekend. Yes, it was National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, but
The twelfth annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree saw about 150 trailers park up at the Armstrong Farm off Hwy. 148 outside of Shawville for the
Christmas came early to Otter Lake residents of all ages on Saturday, thanks to two separate events that brought holiday-themed festivities to various corners of
As part of an ongoing series, we are publishing one recipe every week from Pontiac County Recipes, a small book that is home to a
On Thursday morning, the front deck of Sheenboro’s old Fort William hotel was host not to its usual contingent of boaters and cottagers from both
Shawville’s Mill Dam Park was buzzing with activity throughout Saturday morning as The Parents’ Voice hosted its biennial park party. A slew of kid-centred activities
This summer, the owners of Pontiac’s own homegrown hardware and building materials store are passing the torch to the next generation. In June, ownership of
Victoria Place Gym in Shawville is now under new ownership. A young local couple has purchased the business with ambitious plans to bring more fitness
As the two countries work towards a new trade deal, here’s what you need to know about why this system is such a sticking point
Outaouais doctors and healthcare advocates are concerned a provincial bill tabled in May, if adopted as law, will decrease the already low number of available family doctors in this region. Bill 106 states its purpose is to improve access to
There was more than one reason to go out for ice cream over the weekend. Yes, it was National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, but three Pontiac businesses were among the dozen or so across the Ottawa Valley that donated
The twelfth annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree saw about 150 trailers park up at the Armstrong Farm off Hwy. 148 outside of Shawville for the weekend, to enjoy three days of Ottawa Valley country music. “Its a lot of work
Christmas came early to Otter Lake residents of all ages on Saturday, thanks to two separate events that brought holiday-themed festivities to various corners of the municipality. On Saturday morning, Parc Leslie hosted an unusual mix of sunscreen and Santa
As part of an ongoing series, we are publishing one recipe every week from Pontiac County Recipes, a small book that is home to a collection of kitchen secrets from across the region, published by Pontiac Printshop in 1968. This
On Thursday morning, the front deck of Sheenboro’s old Fort William hotel was host not to its usual contingent of boaters and cottagers from both sides of the river, but to a different type of crowd – line dancers. About
Shawville’s Mill Dam Park was buzzing with activity throughout Saturday morning as The Parents’ Voice hosted its biennial park party. A slew of kid-centred activities were organized for all ages, including bouncy castles, a clown, and an airbrush tattoo artist
This summer, the owners of Pontiac’s own homegrown hardware and building materials store are passing the torch to the next generation. In June, ownership of Materiaux JLS officially transferred from its founders, Jean-Guy LaSalle and Connie Gutoski to their son
Victoria Place Gym in Shawville is now under new ownership. A young local couple has purchased the business with ambitious plans to bring more fitness opportunities to the facility. Nick Emmerson and his partner Kendal Lang will relaunch the gym
As the two countries work towards a new trade deal, here’s what you need to know about why this system is such a sticking point for Trump, and what might be at stake for Canadian dairy farmers.
Join Us for a Thriving Fundraiser!
We’re excited to announce our Car Wash and Bake Sale Fundraiser to support our amazing youth program!
When: Saturday, July 26th
Time: 9 AM – 1 PM
Where: Church Parking Lot – 209 rue Centre
All funds raised will go towards our end-of-summer event and an upcoming youth retreat. It’s a fantastic opportunity to support the growth and development of our youth in this community.
Pricing:
– Car Wash: $10
– Baked Goods: $1+
Bring your cars, and your sweet tooth. We can’t wait to see you there!
PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025
REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE!
$60 per person (cocktails, dinner)
Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must.
E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com
Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455)
331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
Location: Otter Lake R.A. Association, 394 Tessier Street
Euchre tournament fundraiser for Otter Lake’s 150th Anniversary in 2026.
Pre-registration on now. $5 per person if pre-registered before the tournament. $8/pp at the door on the day of the tournament. You can send an e-transfer to pre-register to: otterlake150@outlook.com or contact Lory Beaudoin at: lorybeaudoin@gmail.com
The door opens at noon. Snacks and drinks for sale. The tournament starts at 1PM—prizes for the top 3 places; the lowest score and most lone hands. All skill levels welcome.
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