Pontiac Museum looking for storytellers to bring artifacts alive
November 19, 2024
What do an antique World War I sock-making machine and a violin made by a world-renowned luthier have in common? They are both new artifacts
What do an antique World War I sock-making machine and a violin made by a world-renowned luthier have in common? They are both new artifacts
The Pontiac Senior Comets lost their fourth game of the season on Saturday night to the league-leading North Dundas Rockets. This was the team’s first
On a nippy November afternoon, longtime Calumet Island resident Mike Lamothe pulled a small package out of a freshly dug hole in the garden behind
There’s a new artist on the Pontiac country music scene. Quyon native Danny Dolan has released 12 songs since the beginning of this year, many
Gilbert Whiteduck is so far the only candidate seeking the nomination.
The Pontiac Senior Comets won their third game of the season on Saturday night against the Arnprior Rivermen by a score of 8-3. The visiting
Pontiac High School’s senior girls and junior boys basketball teams hosted their first games of the season on Thursday night in Shawville in front of
A new initiative matches new Pontiac residents with a temporary room in someone’s home while they find permanent housing.
The MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais police confirmed in a Nov. 6 Facebook post that an investigation is under way into the Oct. 28 incident in which
While the police have yet to confirm any details of this incident, several witnesses have described what they saw.
What do an antique World War I sock-making machine and a violin made by a world-renowned luthier have in common? They are both new artifacts acquired by Pontiac Museum in the past few months. Both items were donated by local
The Pontiac Senior Comets lost their fourth game of the season on Saturday night to the league-leading North Dundas Rockets. This was the team’s first home game of the season at the Centre de loisirs des Draveurs in Fort Coulonge
On a nippy November afternoon, longtime Calumet Island resident Mike Lamothe pulled a small package out of a freshly dug hole in the garden behind his home. He unfurled the newspaper wrapping, revealing dozens of tiny potatoes inside. The 82-year-old
There’s a new artist on the Pontiac country music scene. Quyon native Danny Dolan has released 12 songs since the beginning of this year, many of which tell the story of the town and region that shaped him. One of
Gilbert Whiteduck is so far the only candidate seeking the nomination.
The Pontiac Senior Comets won their third game of the season on Saturday night against the Arnprior Rivermen by a score of 8-3. The visiting team got off to a speedy start in the first period, scoring two goals within
Pontiac High School’s senior girls and junior boys basketball teams hosted their first games of the season on Thursday night in Shawville in front of their home fans. The junior boys, who were kicking off their season against Division 4
A new initiative matches new Pontiac residents with a temporary room in someone’s home while they find permanent housing.
The MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais police confirmed in a Nov. 6 Facebook post that an investigation is under way into the Oct. 28 incident in which a flaming trailer was parked at the Quyon fire hall.THE EQUITY heard from several witnesses
While the police have yet to confirm any details of this incident, several witnesses have described what they saw.
We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.
Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!
Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!
Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.
Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !
Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!
Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like
Where: Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang
When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)
Regular Season Home Game #3 – Pontiacs vs. South Grenville Rangers. Warmup at 7:15 p.m.
Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1554
Get your tickets!
Remembrance Day Spaghetti and meat ball Dinner & Dance – music by Danny Sylvester
Join us as we come together to honour those who have served and continue to serve for our freedom.
Friday, November 8th, 2025
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dinner & Dance: 6 PM – 12 AM (Doors open at 5 PM)
Music by Danny Sylvester
Cash bar
Tickets $20 – sold in advance
$10 after 7:30 for the dance
Enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meat ball dinner served with Caeser salad and garlic bread, followed by music, and dancing as we gather in remembrance and gratitude.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to our local Legion.
We would love to display photos of your loved ones who have served — please send them in or bring them with you to the event.
Hosted by the Ladysmith Recreation Committee.
Let’s share a meal, some memories, and our appreciation together.
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Dîner et danse des spaghettis et des boulettes de viande du jour du Souvenir
Rejoignez-nous alors que nous nous réunissons pour honorer ceux qui ont servi et continuent de servir pour notre liberté.
Samedi le 8 Novembre
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dîner et danse : 18 h – 12 h (les portes ouvrent à 17 h)
Musique de Danny Sylvester
Barre de caisse
Billets 20 $ – vendus à l’avance
Billets 10 $ après 7h30 pour la danse
Profitez d’un délicieux dîner de spaghettis et de boulettes de viande servi avec du pain à l’ail, de la musique et de la danse alors que nous nous rassemblons en souvenir et en gratitude.
Une partie des recettes sera reversée à notre Légion locale.
Nous aimerions afficher des photos de vos proches qui ont servi – veuillez les envoyer ou les apporter avec vous à l’événement.
Hébergé par l’association Recreative Ladysmith
Partageons un repas, quelques souvenirs et notre appréciation ensemble.
The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome. Phone 819-647-3538 for information.
We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.
Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!
Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!
Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.
Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !
Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!
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