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Unsightly pears

I have two pear trees. One produces lovely fruit. The other I can only describe as ugly. This year, for the first time, the pears

Shawville bar plays for the heart

Donald Teuma-Castelletti VINTON, SHAWVILLE Sept. 29, 2018 With attendance up over 60 per cent, 120 steaks to grill, and everybody swinging from, and for, the

Family centre supports Snowsuit Fund

Donald Teuma-Castelletti QUYON Sept. 29, 2018 The Quyon Family Centre held their annual Harvest Supper last weekend, gathering local families for a community meal while

Embodying author Joan Finnigan in song

The Stone Fence Theatre’s production of I Come from the Valley toured into Shawville Saturday night, performing at Dr. S.E. McDowell Elementary School. Written by

Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

This past week, Larry and I spent a few days down at Mike’s helping him with the kids. Jodi and her friend Lyne were gone

Unsightly pears

I have two pear trees. One produces lovely fruit. The other I can only describe as ugly. This year, for the first time, the pears looked … still ugly, but larger. I took one, cut it open and tasted it.

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Giving thanks by Alina Seguin-Holmes

After living through the threat of a tornado not so long ago, it is really easy to sit back and see how much we have to be thankful for. We are thankful for family, our home, our friends, our community,

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Shawville bar plays for the heart

Donald Teuma-Castelletti VINTON, SHAWVILLE Sept. 29, 2018 With attendance up over 60 per cent, 120 steaks to grill, and everybody swinging from, and for, the heart, Atkinson’s Sports Bar celebrated another year of supporting the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.

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Family centre supports Snowsuit Fund

Donald Teuma-Castelletti QUYON Sept. 29, 2018 The Quyon Family Centre held their annual Harvest Supper last weekend, gathering local families for a community meal while supporting a charity that helps many in the Pontiac. Seeing upwards of 100 guests on

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New run promotes active lifestyles at Luskville Falls

Donald Teuma-Castelletti LUSKVILLE Sept. 29, 2018 A new family-oriented run promoting healthy lifestyles took over Luskville Falls Saturday morning, seeing 150 runners hit the trail. Offering two course lengths plus a warm-up Zumba session, la Grande Course de Pontiac offered

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Embodying author Joan Finnigan in song

The Stone Fence Theatre’s production of I Come from the Valley toured into Shawville Saturday night, performing at Dr. S.E. McDowell Elementary School. Written by Ish Theilheimer and Johanna Zomers, and directed by Chantal Elie-Sernoskie, the audience laughed and clapped

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Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

This past week, Larry and I spent a few days down at Mike’s helping him with the kids. Jodi and her friend Lyne were gone on a trip to Ireland to celebrate their 40th birthdays. We were kept quite busy,

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LOCAL EVENTS
Meet the Candidates: Pontiac West

Meet the Candidates: Pontiac West

October 16, 2025
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

October 16th, La Gare Waltham Station.

This event is for residents of Waltham, Chichester, Sheenboro, L’Isle-aux-Allumettes and Rapides-des-Joachims.

Cobden Taste of the Valley 2025

Cobden Taste of the Valley 2025

October 18, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Taste of the Valley – Cobden 

43 Astrolabe Rd, Cobden
Saturday, October 18, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
FREE Admission!
Join us in the heart of Cobden for one of the most popular and longest-running stops on the Taste of the Valley tour! This vibrant outdoor market brings together the best of local food, farm, and craft—just in time for fall.
Come explore a wide variety of vendors offering fresh produce, homemade preserves, baked goods, artisan crafts, fall décor, and much more. Whether shopping for fall decor, getting a head start on holiday gifts, or just looking for a great day out, Cobden is the place to be.

Celebrate the end of the harvest season, support local, and enjoy a great day in Whitewater Region. See you at Taste of the Valley – Cobden!
Unanswered Questions of the Pontiac’s First Settlers

Unanswered Questions of the Pontiac’s First Settlers

October 18, 2025
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Samedi 18 octobre
  • 13h – 14h 30
  • Moulin Egan, Pontiac, Outaouais
Join us for a lively and engaging afternoon at the Egan mill, as local history enthusiast, Gord Graham, leads a fascinating conversation about the first settlers of the Pontiac, Outaouais region. Discover what life was like for the early “Pontiacers” — their challenges, triumphs, and the enduring legacy they left behind.
Through stories, insights, and interactive discussion, this talk offers a fun and accessible way to connect with the rich history of our region.
Free to attend. Click the link to save your spot! All are welcome!
Rejoignez-nous pour un après-midi animé et captivant à l’usine Egan, où Gord Graham, passionné d’histoire locale, animera une conversation fascinante sur les premiers colons de la région de Pontiac, dans l’Outaouais. Découvrez la vie des premiers « Pontiacers » : leurs défis, leurs triomphes et l’héritage durable qu’ils ont laissé derrière eux.
À travers des récits, des anecdotes et des discussions interactives, cette discussion offre une façon ludique et accessible de se familiariser avec la riche histoire de notre région.
Participation gratuite. Cliquez sur le lien pour réserver votre place! Tout le monde est bienvenue!

https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/pontiac-historical-talk

Soirée Cowgirl, Croquettes et Copines / Boots, Bites & Besties Night

Soirée Cowgirl, Croquettes et Copines / Boots, Bites & Besties Night

October 18, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Sors tes bottes. Rassemble ta gang.

C’est la Soirée country entre copines au Centre de loisirs des Draveurs!
  • Samedi 18 octobre • 18 h
  • 25 $ (inclut l’entrée + bouchées BBQ)
  • Musique country + danse en ligne
  • Bouchées BBQ
  • Bar payant + cocktails spéciaux
  • Tirages & prix

Billets disponibles par virement à cbourque196@outlook.com ou auprès de Lisa Soucie, Heidi Newberry, Christine Bourque ou Mia Commanda-Bourque.

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Dust off your boots. Round up your girls.

It’s time for Ladies Country Night at the Centre de loisirs des Draveurs!
  • Saturday, October 18 • 6PM
  • $25 (includes entry + BBQ finger foods)
  • Country music + line dancing
  • BBQ finger foods
  • Cash bar + specialty cocktails
  • Raffles & prizes
Tickets available by e-transfer to cbourque196@outlook.com or from Lisa Soucie, Heidi Newberry, Christine Bourque, or Mia Commanda-Bourque.
19 Oct

Euchre Tournament

October 19, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Euchre tournament in Otter Lake, QC on Sunday, October 19th, 2025. Doors open at noon. The tournament starts at 1 PM. All levels welcome, and you do not need a partner to play. Snacks and drinks will be available. Lots of prizes! Pre-registration is $5/person. The price at the door on the day of the tournament will be $8. To pre-register, send an e-transfer to: otterlake150@outlook.com. All proceeds from the tournament will go towards the Otter Lake 150 Anniversary Committee.

Conversation with the Candidates for Warden of the MRC Pontiac

Conversation with the Candidates for Warden of the MRC Pontiac

October 22, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

October 22nd at École Sieur-de-Coulonge
Join us for a live event at ESSC in Mansfield. Or watch from the comfort of your own home live on YouTube!

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