Quebec adopts new flood zone regulations
June 16, 2025
The government says it won’t be sharing flood zone maps until the regulations come into force in Mar. 2026.
The government says it won’t be sharing flood zone maps until the regulations come into force in Mar. 2026.
A critical social service provider in Quyon is turning to the community for support after losing financial backing from its most significant funder this spring.
The Litchfield company says it’s been in good environmental standing since 2021.
The McGrimmon Cartage landfill outside Shawville has a new owner who is bringing big dreams for the site’s future. Martin Perras purchased the dump last
The Municipality of Pontiac has received $210,000 from MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais to finance some much needed maintenance it has planned for its Luskville and Quyon
There are no school buses connecting the community to Pontiac high schools. A new committee is hoping to change this.
The decision comes after a financial consultant concluded the current plan was not viable.
A Pontiac High School girls rugby team has, for the third year in a row, claimed the title of regional champions in the RSEQ (Réseau
Sûreté du Québec (SQ) police arrested a Waltham resident in his home late on Sunday evening after a report he was spotted carrying a firearm
Over 2,000 people attended the RCMP Musical Ride at the Shawville fairgrounds on Sunday, hosted by the Pontiac Agricultural Society.
The government says it won’t be sharing flood zone maps until the regulations come into force in Mar. 2026.
A critical social service provider in Quyon is turning to the community for support after losing financial backing from its most significant funder this spring. Since April, laid-off staff have been volunteering to keep its doors open.
The Litchfield company says it’s been in good environmental standing since 2021.
The McGrimmon Cartage landfill outside Shawville has a new owner who is bringing big dreams for the site’s future. Martin Perras purchased the dump last month, along with the concrete forming division of Renfrew company Town and Country, and is
The Municipality of Pontiac has received $210,000 from MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais to finance some much needed maintenance it has planned for its Luskville and Quyon parks this summer. The money was awarded at the MRC’s most recent council meeting on
There are no school buses connecting the community to Pontiac high schools. A new committee is hoping to change this.
The decision comes after a financial consultant concluded the current plan was not viable.
A Pontiac High School girls rugby team has, for the third year in a row, claimed the title of regional champions in the RSEQ (Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec).
Sûreté du Québec (SQ) police arrested a Waltham resident in his home late on Sunday evening after a report he was spotted carrying a firearm on the town’s chemin Nadeau. SQ spokesperson Sergeant Marc Tessier said the police got the
Over 2,000 people attended the RCMP Musical Ride at the Shawville fairgrounds on Sunday, hosted by the Pontiac Agricultural Society.
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley” on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish. A Celtic Studies scholar and educator, Mr. Ó Dubhghaill will delve into the rich history of the Irish (Gaelic) language, tracing its ancient roots in Ireland, its journey across the Atlantic, and its vibrant life within the Ottawa Valley. This free presentation is open to the public. Refreshments will be served following the presentation.
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley” on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish. A Celtic Studies scholar and educator, Mr. Ó Dubhghaill will delve into the rich history of the Irish (Gaelic) language, tracing its ancient roots in Ireland, its journey across the Atlantic, and its vibrant life within the Ottawa Valley. This free presentation is open to the public. Refreshments will be served following the presentation.
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
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