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November 12, 2025

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Family makes all the difference

Donald Teuma-Castelletti SHAWVILLE April 25, 2018 April 25 is a day to celebrate the frontline face of all businesses across Canada: the person running the

PHS’ talent, programs on display at open house

Donald Teuma-Castelletti SHAWVILLE April 19, 2018 Prospective students from around the region toured Pontiac High School last Thursday evening, enjoying classroom demonstrations and taking in

Hear ye, hear ye

Dear Editor, We are a group of young people who want to bring new ideas to our community. We want to work to improve the

Bill C-71

Dear Editor, Regarding Mr. Amos’ (MP for Pontiac) letter of April 18 on Bill C-71, this bill is another attack on responsible firearm owners, be

Thank a farmer

Farming has been on my brain a lot lately. Perhaps it started when my daughter started going through her class roster, asking me who lived

Let them eat chocolate

Staff employed by the Centre intégré de santé et des services sociaux de l’Outaouais (CISSSO) have made their long list of grievances public over the

Family makes all the difference

Donald Teuma-Castelletti SHAWVILLE April 25, 2018 April 25 is a day to celebrate the frontline face of all businesses across Canada: the person running the front desk, managing several tasks at once, remembering every name while learning new ones on

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PHS’ talent, programs on display at open house

Donald Teuma-Castelletti SHAWVILLE April 19, 2018 Prospective students from around the region toured Pontiac High School last Thursday evening, enjoying classroom demonstrations and taking in the talents that current students have to offer. Pontiac High School held their annual open

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Pontiac UPA supports slaughterhouse project

Dear Editor, It was announced a few weeks ago that by the end of the year, a multi-species slaughterhouse including a cutting and vacuum packaging plant, is expected to open in Shawville. Les viandes du Pontiac and the company’s promoter,

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Hear ye, hear ye

Dear Editor, We are a group of young people who want to bring new ideas to our community. We want to work to improve the quality of life in our region by drawing on good ideas from elsewhere. We are

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Bill C-71

Dear Editor, Regarding Mr. Amos’ (MP for Pontiac) letter of April 18 on Bill C-71, this bill is another attack on responsible firearm owners, be they hunters or sport shooters. This legislation will have no impact on the criminal gangs

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The Way We Were Compiled by Bonnie Chevrier

Apr. 21, 1993 25 Years Ago Farmers feed on facts and figures at Mountainview Turf open house: To the farmer, management of information is becoming more important every day. This point was driven home in a variety of ways to

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Thank a farmer

Farming has been on my brain a lot lately. Perhaps it started when my daughter started going through her class roster, asking me who lived on a farm. It was surprising for me to actually realize that she, along with

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Let them eat chocolate

Staff employed by the Centre intégré de santé et des services sociaux de l’Outaouais (CISSSO) have made their long list of grievances public over the last year. Here in the Pontiac, support staff at the Shawville Hospital staged a protest

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LOCAL EVENTS
Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 14, 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

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

November 14, 2025
7:45 pm - 10:00 pm

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang

When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)

Regular Season Home Game #4 – Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen – Minor Hockey Night. Warmup at 7:15 p.m. 

Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1555

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

November 15, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come shop local and support a great cause!

We’re bringing together a fantastic lineup of talented artisans from across the Pontiac—perfect for checking off your holiday shopping list. From handcrafted goods to festive treats, there’s something for everyone!

Support the school, support local artists, and get into the holiday spirit with us!

Tag your friends, share the event, and we’ll see you there!
15 Nov

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar

November 15, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be held at 34 ch Bristol on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1870755183815088

Man, I feel like Shania - LIVE @ Gavan's

Man, I feel like Shania - LIVE @ Gavan's

November 15, 2025
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Allons-y, les filles — celle-ci est pour les reines du country et les superfans de Shania !

Rendez-vous le vendredi 15 novembre au Gavan’s Hotel pour Man, I Feel Like Shania — un hommage survolté à l’unique Shania Twain, présenté par Jayla Kirkey. Avec une voix puissante, une présence scénique irrésistible et un charisme contagieux, Jayla offre une performance dynamique qui vous fera chanter, danser et célébrer l’une des artistes les plus emblématiques de l’histoire du country canadien.

Gavan’s Hotel, 1157, rue de Clarendon, Quyon (QC)
Portes : 20 h | Spectacle : 21 h
20 $ / billet
Besoin d’un lift ? Réservez à l’avance la navette aller-retour à 20 $ au départ de Hintonburg (Ottawa) — les places sont limitées !
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Let’s go, girls – this one’s for the country queens and Shania superfans!

Join us Friday, November 15 at Gavan’s Hotel for Man, I Feel Like Shania – a high-energy tribute to the one and only Shania Twain, presented by Jayla Kirkey. With powerhouse vocals, crowd-pleasing charisma, and undeniable stage presence, Jayla brings a dynamic performance that’ll have you dancing, singing, and celebrating one of the most iconic artists in Canadian country music history.

  • Gavan’s Hotel, 1157 Rue de Clarendon St., Quyon, QC
  • Doors at 8:00PM | Show at 9:00PM
  • $20/ticket
  • Need a lift? Book the $20 return shuttle from Hintonburg (Ottawa) in advance – seats are limited!
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

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