McDowell Pre-k costs skyrocket
Chris Lowrey SHAWVILLE Sept. 13, 2017 Parents who banded together to fund a co-operative pre-kindergarten class at Dr. S.E. McDowell Elementary have been left in
Chris Lowrey SHAWVILLE Sept. 13, 2017 Parents who banded together to fund a co-operative pre-kindergarten class at Dr. S.E. McDowell Elementary have been left in
Chris Lowrey FORT COULONGE Sept. 7, 2017 Local entrepreneur Jane Toller has announced her candidacy for the MRC Pontiac Warden position in this fall’s municipal
Donald Teuma-Castelletti MANSFIELD ET PONTEFRACT Sept. 11, 2017 A section of heavily-used road just north of Fort Coulonge will be receiving a major revamping, after
Donald Teuma-Castelletti MANSFIELD ET PONTEFRACT Sept. 13, 2017 The renovations for the Félix-Gabriel-Marchand Bridge in Mansfield may finally begin this year, after a number of
Our sympathy to the family and friends of Carmen Wickens who passed away last week at the age of 88. Our sympathy also to the
Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Lariviere family of Chapeau in the recent passing of their father Wilfred Lariviere. On Saturday, our
Last week, I was away with my husband Robert, my daughter Marie-Michelle and my granddaughter Sophie Senack in Larder Lake, Ont. Peter Michael Senack and
I trust everyone had a wonderful Labour Day weekend. Many of us spent time at the Shawville Fair, despite some cold nights and rain on
Well, Mother Nature had her way again and we lost out. She is the boss. At least we had Saturday. I hope it didn’t dampen
Our condolences to the Lariviere family of Allumette Island on the passing of Wilfrid Lariviere. He was in his 94th year and had just moved
Chris Lowrey SHAWVILLE Sept. 13, 2017 Parents who banded together to fund a co-operative pre-kindergarten class at Dr. S.E. McDowell Elementary have been left in a lurch after being informed by the school board that the program will be changing.
Chris Lowrey FORT COULONGE Sept. 7, 2017 Local entrepreneur Jane Toller has announced her candidacy for the MRC Pontiac Warden position in this fall’s municipal elections. Toller, who finished second in the 2006 mayoral race in Toronto, made her declaration
Donald Teuma-Castelletti MANSFIELD ET PONTEFRACT Sept. 11, 2017 A section of heavily-used road just north of Fort Coulonge will be receiving a major revamping, after the provincial government announced an investment of over $500,000 on Monday. Pontiac MNA André Fortin
Donald Teuma-Castelletti MANSFIELD ET PONTEFRACT Sept. 13, 2017 The renovations for the Félix-Gabriel-Marchand Bridge in Mansfield may finally begin this year, after a number of delays postponed a call for tenders over the summer. An engineer strike and federal regulatory
Our sympathy to the family and friends of Carmen Wickens who passed away last week at the age of 88. Our sympathy also to the family and friends of Clara Lavigne who passed away last week. The Shawville Fair is
Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Lariviere family of Chapeau in the recent passing of their father Wilfred Lariviere. On Saturday, our family celebrated my sister Joyce and husband Jim’s 50th wedding anniversary.
Last week, I was away with my husband Robert, my daughter Marie-Michelle and my granddaughter Sophie Senack in Larder Lake, Ont. Peter Michael Senack and his brother Jesse were wonderful hosts and introduced us to the Muddy Moose Restaurant in
I trust everyone had a wonderful Labour Day weekend. Many of us spent time at the Shawville Fair, despite some cold nights and rain on Sunday and Monday. It was, once again a terrific fair weekend with great music, great
Well, Mother Nature had her way again and we lost out. She is the boss. At least we had Saturday. I hope it didn’t dampen things too badly at Shawville Fair. For those of you who are not on social
Our condolences to the Lariviere family of Allumette Island on the passing of Wilfrid Lariviere. He was in his 94th year and had just moved to the Manoir in Fort Coulonge in May of this year. He was a councillor
The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome. Phone 819-647-3538 for information.
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!

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!
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
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
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.
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