Digging deeper
July 31, 2025
A section of my neighbour’s fence snapped in the recent wind storm and fell flat. He spent Saturday digging deep holes to place new posts
A section of my neighbour’s fence snapped in the recent wind storm and fell flat. He spent Saturday digging deep holes to place new posts
It was with shock and sadness we learned of the sudden passing of Derek Lepine on July 23. For the gang at Mountainview Turf, Derek
Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Boisvert family and friends of Campbeell’s Bay in the sudden passing of Samuel Boisvert. Our heartfelt
The Municipality of Shawville has lifted the boil water advisory for our community. Shawville has been busy cleaning up the debris from the storm last
Dear Editor, Six months ago, my wife gave birth to our first child — a healthy baby boy. Our biggest challenge so far has been
Dear Editor, It’s high time to renew the battle against the invasive noxious weed known as the Manitoba maple. If you have them growing near
My rose bushes had dead wood and weeds in them, so this spring I cut them to the ground. It was planting season and I
I spent a relaxing weekend with family at a cottage on the river in Renfrew over the weekend. We had beautiful weather for spending time
There was a tornado warning for our area last Thursday afternoon. We were spared, as we only received rain and a bit of thunder. We
A section of my neighbour’s fence snapped in the recent wind storm and fell flat. He spent Saturday digging deep holes to place new posts in that will secure the fence. The posts are down very deep now. I expect
It was with shock and sadness we learned of the sudden passing of Derek Lepine on July 23. For the gang at Mountainview Turf, Derek was a much loved and valued team member. His loss will be deeply felt, especially
Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Boisvert family and friends of Campbeell’s Bay in the sudden passing of Samuel Boisvert. Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Lair family and friends of Chapeau in the
The Municipality of Shawville has lifted the boil water advisory for our community. Shawville has been busy cleaning up the debris from the storm last Thursday evening. Thank you to the Shawville-Clarendon Fire Department and Hydro Quebec for their timely
Dear Editor, Six months ago, my wife gave birth to our first child — a healthy baby boy. Our biggest challenge so far has been mild eczema on his forehead. When it flares up, we wrap his head in gauze
Dear Editor, It’s high time to renew the battle against the invasive noxious weed known as the Manitoba maple. If you have them growing near your foundation, they are eating the stone work, and destroying your house from the bottom
My rose bushes had dead wood and weeds in them, so this spring I cut them to the ground. It was planting season and I don’t know why I did it, but I stuck two Butternut squash seeds in the
I spent a relaxing weekend with family at a cottage on the river in Renfrew over the weekend. We had beautiful weather for spending time on the beach and in the water, with bonfires in the evenings and game nights
There was a tornado warning for our area last Thursday afternoon. We were spared, as we only received rain and a bit of thunder. We are so fortunate, as the Montreal and surrounding areas have experienced flooding during the last
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!
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 #4 – Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen – Minor Hockey Night. Warmup at 7:15 p.m.
Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1555
St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be held at 34 ch Bristol on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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