Employee passes away at ESSC
October 9, 2025
Students were sent home early due to the death of a school employee on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 7.
Students were sent home early due to the death of a school employee on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 7.
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
You might have seen a new face in the operating room at the Pontiac Hospital recently. Allow us to introduce you to Dr. Mathieu Lacroix,
The RA grounds and campground in Ladysmith rang with clinking beer glasses and squeaking sauerkraut as the 40th edition of Oktoberfest Ladysmith took over the
A team clad in Shawville Pontiacs sweaters hit the ice for the first time in a decade as the new senior team made its season
Since 2018, volunteers have been collecting names of the 1,500 or so people who are buried in the Sainte-Anne cemetery without a gravestone. Now they’re
The Auberge Baie Inn in Campbell’s Bay will change hands from Brian Stanton Enterprises, which has owned the building for 30 years, to Jane Toller,
Seniors in the Municipality of Pontiac will now have access to free meals delivered right to their doors thanks to a new program being launched
Campbell’s Polaris in Shawville was once again the victim of two vehicle thefts on the night of Sept. 21, bringing the business to a total
Otter Lakers were treated to a night of comedy by three Yuk Yuk’s comedians on Saturday night as a fundraiser for the town’s upcoming 150th
Students were sent home early due to the death of a school employee on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 7.
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. Our
You might have seen a new face in the operating room at the Pontiac Hospital recently. Allow us to introduce you to Dr. Mathieu Lacroix, a native of France who comes to Shawville after a long international career as a
The RA grounds and campground in Ladysmith rang with clinking beer glasses and squeaking sauerkraut as the 40th edition of Oktoberfest Ladysmith took over the village last weekend. But one sound missing from this festival of German culture was the
A team clad in Shawville Pontiacs sweaters hit the ice for the first time in a decade as the new senior team made its season debut in Manotick, losing a 9-3 decision to the hometown Mariners. The Shawville Pontiacs Junior
Since 2018, volunteers have been collecting names of the 1,500 or so people who are buried in the Sainte-Anne cemetery without a gravestone. Now they’re calling on the public to help them finalize their list.
The Auberge Baie Inn in Campbell’s Bay will change hands from Brian Stanton Enterprises, which has owned the building for 30 years, to Jane Toller, MRC Pontiac warden and local business owner, who intends to re-open the building as a
Seniors in the Municipality of Pontiac will now have access to free meals delivered right to their doors thanks to a new program being launched by a local seniors’ services centre. The Service aux Aînés des Collines will be offering
Campbell’s Polaris in Shawville was once again the victim of two vehicle thefts on the night of Sept. 21, bringing the business to a total of six vehicles stolen in a span of less than two months. Owner Steve Gilpin
Otter Lakers were treated to a night of comedy by three Yuk Yuk’s comedians on Saturday night as a fundraiser for the town’s upcoming 150th anniversary celebrations. Volunteers from the organizing Otter Lake 150 committee used tablecloths, candles and string
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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