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The way we were (August 25)

Aug. 28,1996  25 Years Ago Kayak rodeo a warm-up for worlds: The Ottawa River was like the Queensway at rush hour last weekend, as the

Thank our volunteers

This past year and a half, has been very difficult for our small town organizations and the countless volunteers who run them. We have been

Opportunistic

Dear Editor, Calling an election in the midst of a pandemic when there is no obvious legislative need to do that, years before the usual

In response to a letter to the editor

Dear Editor I am writing to address the concerns expressed by Lawrence Stafford about the number of “semi ’s loaded to the hilt” carrying timber

The evidence base

Anyone wondering why we suddenly find ourselves in the midst of a climate crisis, here is how it happened. Just over three decades ago, climatologists

Waltham: Helen Perry (August 25)

Last Saturday, Kate Kinslow and Brandon Harkins were married at Wilderness Tours in Beacburg, Ont. Family and friends gathered to witness the ceremony and wish

Vinton: Diane Boisvert (August 25)

We are in another heat wave. It’s too hot to even work in the garden. Anyone who wants zucchini, cucumbers or beans come and pick

Quyon: Jill Young (August 25)

Congratulations to Meghan (Foran) and Blake Howarth on the arrival of their baby boy, Luke Nolan. He arrived on Aug. 17 and he is a

Sheenboro: Doris Ranger (August 25)

Our condolences and deepest sympathies go out to the Fleury family of Nichabau on the passing of Wilbert Fleury, son of the late Tommy Fleury

The way we were (August 25)

Aug. 28,1996  25 Years Ago Kayak rodeo a warm-up for worlds: The Ottawa River was like the Queensway at rush hour last weekend, as the regular fleet of whitewater rafts shared the Calumet channel with 175 competitors in the fourth

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Thank our volunteers

This past year and a half, has been very difficult for our small town organizations and the countless volunteers who run them. We have been unable to host any (or very few) of our fundraisers which typically is how we

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Opportunistic

Dear Editor, Calling an election in the midst of a pandemic when there is no obvious legislative need to do that, years before the usual four year interval between elections, clearly shows the opportunistic side of this Liberal Government. It

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In response to a letter to the editor

Dear Editor I am writing to address the concerns expressed by Lawrence Stafford about the number of “semi ’s loaded to the hilt” carrying timber to Mont Laurier. Everyone shares this frustration including myself as I see the trucks turning

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The evidence base

Anyone wondering why we suddenly find ourselves in the midst of a climate crisis, here is how it happened. Just over three decades ago, climatologists around the world began to share their observations on the warming of the planet in

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Waltham: Helen Perry (August 25)

Last Saturday, Kate Kinslow and Brandon Harkins were married at Wilderness Tours in Beacburg, Ont. Family and friends gathered to witness the ceremony and wish them well. May you be blessed Kate and Brandon with many years of love, faith,

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Vinton: Diane Boisvert (August 25)

We are in another heat wave. It’s too hot to even work in the garden. Anyone who wants zucchini, cucumbers or beans come and pick your own. Free. I don’t like to see it go to waste. Feel free to

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Quyon: Jill Young (August 25)

Congratulations to Meghan (Foran) and Blake Howarth on the arrival of their baby boy, Luke Nolan. He arrived on Aug. 17 and he is a little brother for Mason. Wishing the whole family all the best as they welcome little

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Sheenboro: Doris Ranger (August 25)

Our condolences and deepest sympathies go out to the Fleury family of Nichabau on the passing of Wilbert Fleury, son of the late Tommy Fleury and Geneva Ranger and husband of Agnes (Katie) Watters. He passed away peacefully at the

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LOCAL EVENTS
02 Aug

PPHS Reunion

August 2, 2025
All Day

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

03 Aug

Euchre Tournament Fundraiser

August 3, 2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location: Otter Lake R.A. Association, 394 Tessier Street

Euchre tournament fundraiser for Otter Lake’s 150th Anniversary in 2026.

Pre-registration on now. $5 per person if pre-registered before the tournament. $8/pp at the door on the day of the tournament. You can send an e-transfer to pre-register to: otterlake150@outlook.com or contact Lory Beaudoin at: lorybeaudoin@gmail.com

The door opens at noon. Snacks and drinks for sale. The tournament starts at 1PM—prizes for the top 3 places; the lowest score and most lone hands. All skill levels welcome.

05 Aug

Community potluck to celebrate the Waltham Fire Department

August 5, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Paul Ryan Park, Waltham

Expo Shawville Fair 2025

Expo Shawville Fair 2025

August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025
All Day

The Valley’s Most Family Friendly Fair!

www.shawvillefair.ca

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