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November 12, 2025

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Oh-ver the moon

CHRIS LOWREY OTTAWA Jan. 14, 2019 It was a big night for Ottawa native Sandra Oh at the 76th annual Golden Globes awards as the

A disgrace

Dear Editor, Late this past week, several National radio, television stations and newspapers in Ontario and Quebec have reported that Quebec Premier Francois Legault, does

The Way We Were

Compiled by Bonnie Chevrier Jan. 19, 1994 25 Years Ago Fires destroy three buildings in Pontiac: Fire has taken its toll on three Pontiac families

Family Literacy Day

by Shelley Heaphy Read, read, read. This should be every parents’ motto in their home. Being literate unlocks so many important doors for our children.

Walking a new way

My Christmas cactus has been looking sickly for months. Actually up until just a few days ago, I thought, it’s dying. Leaves fell off on

Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

The weather is really fluctuating this winter. It was 3°C on Wednesday and on Friday it was -22°C and -33°C with the wind chill. They

Pontiac Lions Midget A profile

NICK CURLEY AGE: 16 Number: 18 Curley feels that playing on a hockey team gives you the opportunity to develop friendships, since each year a

Oh-ver the moon

CHRIS LOWREY OTTAWA Jan. 14, 2019 It was a big night for Ottawa native Sandra Oh at the 76th annual Golden Globes awards as the actress took on hosting duties – and also took home an award. Oh won the

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A disgrace

Dear Editor, Late this past week, several National radio, television stations and newspapers in Ontario and Quebec have reported that Quebec Premier Francois Legault, does not see the importance of having bilingual signs and will be removing the English versions

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The Way We Were

Compiled by Bonnie Chevrier Jan. 19, 1994 25 Years Ago Fires destroy three buildings in Pontiac: Fire has taken its toll on three Pontiac families this week. Since Sunday, three fires have destroyed property in Campbell’s Bay, outside of Quyon

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Family Literacy Day

by Shelley Heaphy Read, read, read. This should be every parents’ motto in their home. Being literate unlocks so many important doors for our children. Each year, on Jan. 27 we celebrate Family Literacy Day. In our fast-paced world it

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Walking a new way

My Christmas cactus has been looking sickly for months. Actually up until just a few days ago, I thought, it’s dying. Leaves fell off on the floor until there was hardly anything left. I tried a lot of things through

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Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

The weather is really fluctuating this winter. It was 3°C on Wednesday and on Friday it was -22°C and -33°C with the wind chill. They were sayings, on the radio that Ottawa was the coldest capital in the world on

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Pontiac Lions Midget A profile

NICK CURLEY AGE: 16 Number: 18 Curley feels that playing on a hockey team gives you the opportunity to develop friendships, since each year a new group of first year players move up. As well, every season allows you to

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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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