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April 30, 2026

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Worthy cause

Dear Editor,I have been reading in THE EQUITY of the unfair taxation system in Alleyn and Cawood. I appreciate how utterly dismaying the rising tax

Submit Your Photos From the Fair!

The Shawville Fair brings our community together every year – a time when neighbors, friends, and families gather to enjoy the festivities, celebrate our local

Waltham – Helen Perry

Get well wishes, thoughts and prayers are with Anne Romain, who is recovering from surgery. On Saturday evening, a double 70th birthday party was held

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Congratulations to the Vacation Bible School team this year that was held at Bethel Pentacostal Church. The children loved the Scuba theme. Thanks to all

Quyon – Jillian Young

Last Friday evening, Aug. 16, the minor ball season came to a close as the final games were played in Shawville. I was very happy

The timeless corner of the Fair

Dear Editor, On behalf of the Pontiac Historical Society, I invite fair-goers to visit and tour the Pontiac Historical Museum, located at the south west

Lost and found

Dear Editor, On April 18, I was taken to Shawville Hospital by ambulance where I ended up being a patient until May 27. I received

Waltham – Helen Perry

Our sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Marcotte family, of Chapeau in the recent passing of Thomas Marcotte. He was predeceased by his

Worthy cause

Dear Editor,I have been reading in THE EQUITY of the unfair taxation system in Alleyn and Cawood. I appreciate how utterly dismaying the rising tax assessment is and will be for that municipality, and quite possibly others.I feel that many

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Submit Your Photos From the Fair!

The Shawville Fair brings our community together every year – a time when neighbors, friends, and families gather to enjoy the festivities, celebrate our local culture, and create lasting memories. Whether you’re admiring the agricultural exhibits, enjoying the rides, or

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Get well wishes, thoughts and prayers are with Anne Romain, who is recovering from surgery. On Saturday evening, a double 70th birthday party was held in honour of Catherine Morin and Yves Bellefeuille. It took place at the Waltham Town

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Congratulations to the Vacation Bible School team this year that was held at Bethel Pentacostal Church. The children loved the Scuba theme. Thanks to all that were involved. Shawville Town Hall steps are being worked on. This means visitors must

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Quyon – Jillian Young

Last Friday evening, Aug. 16, the minor ball season came to a close as the final games were played in Shawville. I was very happy for my nephew Noah Young, as his U-9 Shawville team defeated another team from Shawville.

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The timeless corner of the Fair

Dear Editor, On behalf of the Pontiac Historical Society, I invite fair-goers to visit and tour the Pontiac Historical Museum, located at the south west corner of the fairgrounds. The Museum is housed in what was the Shawville station of

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Quebec property owners should be very concerned

Dear Editor, Many property owners across Quebec may not realize the looming threat of a flawed provincial assessment process known as the comparative factor. This outdated method has already caused chaos and anxiety in Alleyn and Cawood, leading to property

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Lost and found

Dear Editor, On April 18, I was taken to Shawville Hospital by ambulance where I ended up being a patient until May 27. I received excellent care, although I realized the nurses are overworked. Shortly after my admission I realized

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Our sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Marcotte family, of Chapeau in the recent passing of Thomas Marcotte. He was predeceased by his wife Helen White and was the beloved companion of Joanne Gagnon. On Saturday evening, a

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