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Volleyball tournament fundraiser at ESSC

Pierre Cyr Mansfield March 24, 2023 A volleyball tournament was held at Sieur-de-Coulonge High School in Mansfield last Friday evening. Eight teams competed in the

Euchre Party in Bryson

Brett Thoms Bryson March 25, 2023 The Catholic Women’s League in Bryson held its annual euchre party on Saturday in the basement of the Church

Disco Skate in Shawville

Brett Thoms Shawville March 25, 2023 The Maison des Jeunes hosted a disco on ice event at the Shawville arena. The disco skate was a

Waltham: Helen Perry

The clergy, fellow priests and the laity of the Pembroke Diocese were saddened to hear of the passing of Reverend, Father Roch Jean Gagnon. He

Sheenboro: Doris Ranger

Our condolences and deepest sympathies go out to all those who have lost loved ones, including our family, during the last few months. Please keep

Shawville: Lyse Lacourse

Happy belated birthday to Bonnie Chevrier who celebrated her special day on March 27. Our deepest condolences to the Woods family on the loss of

Quyon: Jill Young

Congratulations to Morgan (Scully) and Brandon Fenton on the arrival of their baby boy, Jack on March 19. He is a baby brother for Aurora

The way

A dozen voices, more, cry ‘I am truth, follow me.’ Your heart cries out and you follow the only way you know how to assuage

You too

Dear Editor, I watch a lot of YouTube videos, and one topic the Algorithm had offered to me recently, is Scammers Payback, a channel where

Volleyball tournament fundraiser at ESSC

Pierre Cyr Mansfield March 24, 2023 A volleyball tournament was held at Sieur-de-Coulonge High School in Mansfield last Friday evening. Eight teams competed in the tournament, organized by Danika Newberry and Suzie Labine, to benefit the Fort-Coulonge Fire Department. Newberry

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Euchre Party in Bryson

Brett Thoms Bryson March 25, 2023 The Catholic Women’s League in Bryson held its annual euchre party on Saturday in the basement of the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Bryson. The party was used to raise funds for Share

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Disco Skate in Shawville

Brett Thoms Shawville March 25, 2023 The Maison des Jeunes hosted a disco on ice event at the Shawville arena. The disco skate was a fundraiser for personal hygiene products that the Maison des Jeunes gives out throughout its youth

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Boutique Bronson celebrates opening of new location

Connor Lalande Shawville March 23, 2023 Shawville fashion outlet, Boutique Bronson, welcomed patrons into their newly opened location during a grand reopening event that ran from March 23 until March 25. A staple within the Pontiac fashion scene since its

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Waltham: Helen Perry

The clergy, fellow priests and the laity of the Pembroke Diocese were saddened to hear of the passing of Reverend, Father Roch Jean Gagnon. He was the beloved son of the late Pierre Gagnon and Germaine Pilon. He had once

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Sheenboro: Doris Ranger

Our condolences and deepest sympathies go out to all those who have lost loved ones, including our family, during the last few months. Please keep us in your prayers. Our condolences to the Fleury family of Nichabau, Que. on the

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Shawville: Lyse Lacourse

Happy belated birthday to Bonnie Chevrier who celebrated her special day on March 27. Our deepest condolences to the Woods family on the loss of Donna on March 21. She was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Grace. She

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Quyon: Jill Young

Congratulations to Morgan (Scully) and Brandon Fenton on the arrival of their baby boy, Jack on March 19. He is a baby brother for Aurora and Lewis. Best wishes to the whole family as they welcome their sweet little boy.

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The way

A dozen voices, more, cry ‘I am truth, follow me.’ Your heart cries out and you follow the only way you know how to assuage this restless feeling, sometimes all pervasive disease. There is one problem with that thinking. You

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Dear Editor, I watch a lot of YouTube videos, and one topic the Algorithm had offered to me recently, is Scammers Payback, a channel where a very savvy fellow calls a spurious Internet helpline, and using a voice altering device,

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LOCAL EVENTS
SADC Community Event - Waltham

SADC Community Event - Waltham

September 11, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac!

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!

Waltham

Célébrons 40 ans d’impact local avec la SADC Pontiac !

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!

 

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/waltham-tournee-communautaire-community-day-tickets-1409289134739

Shawville Terry Fox Run 2025 / Course de Terry Fox Shawville 2025

Shawville Terry Fox Run 2025 / Course de Terry Fox Shawville 2025

September 14, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join us as we come together to mark the 45th Anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope — a powerful legacy that continues to inspire Canadians from coast to coast. 
Whether you walk, run, cycle, roll, or push a stroller — everyone is welcome!

TO REGISTER OR DONATE: https://run.terryfox.ca/93169

Registration: 1:00 PM | Run Begins: 2:00 PM
Dogs are also welcome, but must remain on a leash.

Route Info:
– 10 km distance
– Bring your water bottle. Water stations along the route

Stay tuned for updates on the BBQ and other family-friendly activities happening on site!

The Terry Fox Run has become a beloved fall tradition in Canada, with over 650 communities — big and small, urban and rural — fundraising together for cancer research.
Let’s keep Shawville proudly among them!!

Joignez-vous à nous pour souligner le 45e anniversaire du Marathon de l’Espoir de Terry Fox.
Que vous marchiez, couriez, rouliez à vélo ou en fauteuil, ou poussiez une poussette — tout le monde est bienvenu !

POUR S’INSCRIRE: https://run.terryfox.ca/93169

Inscriptions : 13 h 00 | Départ de la course : 14 h 00
Les chiens sont aussi les bienvenus, mais doivent être tenus en laisse.
Infos sur le parcours :

– Distance de 10 km
– Postes d’eau tout au long du parcours

Restez à l’écoute pour plus de détails sur le BBQ et d’autres activités familiales sur place !

La Course Terry Fox est devenue une tradition automnale chère aux Canadiens. Plus de 650 communautés se mobilisent chaque année pour amasser des fonds pour la recherche sur le cancer.
Faisons en sorte que Shawville continue de faire partie de cette belle tradition collective!
Bryson Journée Communautaire / Community Day

Bryson Journée Communautaire / Community Day

September 16, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Célébrons 40 ans de développement local avec la SADC Pontiac !
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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Celebrate 40 Years of local development with SADC Pontiac!
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!
Alleyn-et-Cawood Journée Communautaire / Community Day

Alleyn-et-Cawood Journée Communautaire / Community Day

September 17, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Célébrons 40 ans de développement local avec la SADC Pontiac !
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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Celebrate 40 Years of local development with SADC Pontiac!
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!
Bryson RA September 3-Pitch Tournament

Bryson RA September 3-Pitch Tournament

September 19, 2025 - September 21, 2025
12:00 am
Please contact Holly Newberry to register a team.
250$ entre fee per team

Must e-transfer entry-fee to brysonra@hotmail.ca to reserve your spot
  • 7 guys 3 girls (boys can’t play as a girl)
  • 3 Pitch and 3 home runs per game
  • Rules will be sent to each captain before the start of the tournament
Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

September 19, 2025
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

  • Friday, September 19, 2025
  • 7:00 PM
  • Pontiac Agricultural Hall

Enjoy an evening filled with:

  • Mexican Food Bar
  • Live Music & Dancing
    Signature Cocktails & Sips
  • $50 per ticket – includes dinner & entertainment!
Dress in Denim, Fringe, Florals & Fiesta Vibes – and get ready to have an amazing night out in support of the Pontiac Arena Fund.

Grab your friends and book your table now- spots are limited!

Table of 8-$400

E-transfer pontiacarenafund@gmail.com
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