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Another day in paradise

Dear Editor, We’ve had very good weather recently, and it’s easy to get into the feeling that everything is A-OK. Well, around here, it is

Shawville bread and Quyon butter

Dear Editor, I was reading today’s Equity and there was a nice story on the Quyon Mill and its new lease on life. When I

Quyon – Jillian Young

On Sunday morning, the Quyon Pastoral Charge celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada with a joy-filled church service led by Pastor

Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that all fathers enjoyed Father’s Day and managed to take in some R&R. Mike surprised Larry and met us for breakfast. We

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

The Pontiac Historical Society is hosting an evening of the Story of the Earl Young Violin Collection on Wednesday, June 18, at 7:00 p.m. at

Unanswered prayer

I listened to a sermon on Psalm 13 in which King David was lamenting that he felt God wasn’t listening to His call for help.

THE EQUITY wins big at QC newspaper awards

Your local newspaper team collected a handful of notable awards at this year’s Quebec Community Newspapers Association gala, including the evening’s most prestigious recognition.

Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Becky (McKay) and Kevin Renaud on the arrival of their baby boy on June 1. They named him Barrett Gregory Terrance, and he

Waltham – Helen Perry

Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Kathleen “Kay” Sullivan Ranger, of Campbell’s Bay, and family and friends, in the recent passing of her

Another day in paradise

Dear Editor, We’ve had very good weather recently, and it’s easy to get into the feeling that everything is A-OK. Well, around here, it is pretty good. We can read and hear about troubles in other places. I spread my

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Shawville bread and Quyon butter

Dear Editor, I was reading today’s Equity and there was a nice story on the Quyon Mill and its new lease on life. When I was a young lad in the ‘50s and ‘60s living in Shawville, when a new

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Quyon – Jillian Young

On Sunday morning, the Quyon Pastoral Charge celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada with a joy-filled church service led by Pastor Patricia Power at Wesley United Church. Rolly Bernier played some of the congregation’s favourite hymns

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Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that all fathers enjoyed Father’s Day and managed to take in some R&R. Mike surprised Larry and met us for breakfast. We enjoyed a barbecue in the evening. The last couple of days the weather has been

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

The Pontiac Historical Society is hosting an evening of the Story of the Earl Young Violin Collection on Wednesday, June 18, at 7:00 p.m. at the Pontiac Community Lodge situated at 244 Main Street. The Pontiac County Women’s Institute will

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Unanswered prayer

I listened to a sermon on Psalm 13 in which King David was lamenting that he felt God wasn’t listening to His call for help. I need Your help. How long will You turn your face away? I can relate.

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Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Becky (McKay) and Kevin Renaud on the arrival of their baby boy on June 1. They named him Barrett Gregory Terrance, and he is a little brother for Hazel. Wishing the family all the best as they settle

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Kathleen “Kay” Sullivan Ranger, of Campbell’s Bay, and family and friends, in the recent passing of her dearly loved husband Joseph “Joe.” Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Suzanne (Cartier)

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Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches

Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches

August 17, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Renfrew County historian Dave Lemkay to speak on Pines in the Sand – Lemke Family Roots and Branches. This free public presentation takes place on Sunday, August 17, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. His talk draws on his extensive family research from Germany to Petawawa Township, across North America and the world. Refreshments will be served.

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Expo Shawville Fair 2025

August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025
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