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Misplaced longings

My pup has taken to staring at the phone. Unfortunately I cannot communicate to him that ‘a watched phone will not ring.’ I first noticed

The Way We Were

Compiled by Bonnie Chevrier Feb. 2, 1994 25 Years Ago Marsh on the ice: The Ottawa Senators’ Brad Marsh lead the pack during a skate

How to survive all the sicknesses

by Shelley Heaphy With a child’s first year in daycare or school there can be a lot of unwanted sickness. When our eldest started school

LiveWell not doing so well?

Rumours have been circulating in the community about the fate of the proposed cannabis growing facility and innovation centre that has been proposed by LiveWell

Vinton DIANE BOISVERT 819-921-5296

Doug Hodgins asked me to send out a couple of belated birthday wishes to Lois Dumouchel and Cassidy Tubman who both celebrated their birthday on

Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

I sure hope everyone survived last weeks cold snap. They are forecasting quite a bit of snow for this coming week. This is our typical

Misplaced longings

My pup has taken to staring at the phone. Unfortunately I cannot communicate to him that ‘a watched phone will not ring.’ I first noticed it the other day. I was reading and I heard whining and when I looked

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The Way We Were

Compiled by Bonnie Chevrier Feb. 2, 1994 25 Years Ago Marsh on the ice: The Ottawa Senators’ Brad Marsh lead the pack during a skate at his hockey clinic in Shawville on Jan. 29. Marsh was in town for the

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How to survive all the sicknesses

by Shelley Heaphy With a child’s first year in daycare or school there can be a lot of unwanted sickness. When our eldest started school (the same can be said for a child’s first year of daycare) we experienced at

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LiveWell not doing so well?

Rumours have been circulating in the community about the fate of the proposed cannabis growing facility and innovation centre that has been proposed by LiveWell Foods Inc. in Litchfield. The plan – which has apparently changed – originally called for

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Vinton DIANE BOISVERT 819-921-5296

Doug Hodgins asked me to send out a couple of belated birthday wishes to Lois Dumouchel and Cassidy Tubman who both celebrated their birthday on Jan. 29. I would also like to wish happy birthday to Tyler Morin on Jan.

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Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

I sure hope everyone survived last weeks cold snap. They are forecasting quite a bit of snow for this coming week. This is our typical Canadian winter. A few of Waltham’s residents have gone down south to escape this cold

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LOCAL EVENTS
Joel Plaskett LIVE at Gavan's

Joel Plaskett LIVE at Gavan's

November 18, 2025
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm

Joel Plaskett, an East Coast icon, takes the stage at Gavan’s in Qyuon.
Gavan’s is the place to be on November 18th for an intimate and unforgettable night with Joel Plaskett — a songwriter, storyteller, and performer who always leaves the crowd wanting more. Opener is Mars Aspen, an emerging singer-songwriter from Ottawa.

Tuesday, November 18
Gavan’s 1157 Rue de Clarendon, Quyon, QC.
Doors at 8:00PM | Show at 9:00PM
Tickets $45 Available now at Gavanshotel.com

SADC Community Event - Shawville & Clarendon

SADC Community Event - Shawville & Clarendon

November 19, 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!

Shawville & Clarendon

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!

 

20 Nov

Connexions Resource Centre Legal Walk-in Clinic

November 20, 2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Where: 530 Main St., Shawville

When: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Looking for free legal information or support? The Centre de justice de proximité de l’Outaouais is offering free legal walk-in clinics in Shawville. These clinics are open to all ages. Meet confidentially with a lawyer and social worker to discuss topics like family law, housing, wills, small claims, and more. Two other clinics will be held at the same location, Dec. 18 and Jan. 15.

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SADC Community Event - Otter Lake

SADC Community Event - Otter Lake

November 20, 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!

Otter Lake

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

Christmas Turkey Dinner

Christmas Turkey Dinner

November 20, 2025
4:45 pm - 6:45 pm

Where: Shawville United Church, 410 Main St.

When: 4:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

A traditional Christmas meal featuring turkey with all the trimmings and homemade pie or Christmas pudding. Meals are $25 a person, or $10 for those 12 and under. 

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Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 21, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

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

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