Biking with Banjo
August 6, 2024
Man and his dog raising money for kids’ cancer research Eugene Hamelin had spent the entire month of July training for this. On Aug. 1
Man and his dog raising money for kids’ cancer research Eugene Hamelin had spent the entire month of July training for this. On Aug. 1
The community gathered to cheer on Julie Brousseau as she swam in the 4x200m freestyle relay.
When it comes to art, Mak Souliere seems to do it all. Watercolour, pencil, pastel – you name it, he’s done it. His basement workshop
The MRC Pontiac and representatives of the company FilloGreen met two weeks ago to officially sign a new household waste collection contract for all MRC
The municipality of Alleyn and Cawood has received over $14,000 from the provincial government that will help kickstart a composting program in the coming months.
Shawville’s Bethel Pentecostal Church hosted its first annual community giveaway on Saturday.People perused a wide array of goods in the church’s rear parking lot, including
A new plaque was unveiled Sunday in Bryson honouring Al Manzoli, a longtime community member and visionary behind the town’s lighthouse. The lighthouse, which can
A new social services bus is teaming up with a local Pontiac organization to offer essential services to people experiencing homelessness in the area. The
The Shawville Lions Club held the 11th annual Shawville Country Jamboree over the weekend, hosting 20 acts over three days on the stage set up
Two roads in Luskville were washed out as a result of Monday afternoon’s thunderstorm, causing disruptions to local residents. One wash-out occurred on rue Thérien,
Man and his dog raising money for kids’ cancer research Eugene Hamelin had spent the entire month of July training for this. On Aug. 1 the Norway Bay man kicked off a one-month challenge to bike as many kilometres as
The community gathered to cheer on Julie Brousseau as she swam in the 4x200m freestyle relay.
When it comes to art, Mak Souliere seems to do it all. Watercolour, pencil, pastel – you name it, he’s done it. His basement workshop in Portage du Fort is packed with vibrant watercolour autumn farm scenes, detailed pencil sketches
The MRC Pontiac and representatives of the company FilloGreen met two weeks ago to officially sign a new household waste collection contract for all MRC municipalities. The contract, which was awarded to the company at last month’s MRC Pontiac council
The municipality of Alleyn and Cawood has received over $14,000 from the provincial government that will help kickstart a composting program in the coming months. The amount, which was obtained from Quebec’s environment ministry, will pay for half the cost
Shawville’s Bethel Pentecostal Church hosted its first annual community giveaway on Saturday.People perused a wide array of goods in the church’s rear parking lot, including clothing, chairs, toys and textiles. The official start time for the inaugural event was 10
A new plaque was unveiled Sunday in Bryson honouring Al Manzoli, a longtime community member and visionary behind the town’s lighthouse. The lighthouse, which can be found across from Bryson’s Leo Piché park, was finished two years ago and stands
A new social services bus is teaming up with a local Pontiac organization to offer essential services to people experiencing homelessness in the area. The new “Réhabus” bus started roaming the streets last week with plans to travel across the
The Shawville Lions Club held the 11th annual Shawville Country Jamboree over the weekend, hosting 20 acts over three days on the stage set up at Armstrong Farms, just outside of Shawville. Attendees, some on day passes, others camping at
Two roads in Luskville were washed out as a result of Monday afternoon’s thunderstorm, causing disruptions to local residents. One wash-out occurred on rue Thérien, just north of Highway 148; the other on chemin Parker, on the south side of
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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