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Tour cottage country …

Donald Teuma-Castelletti NORWAY BAY Aug. 19, 2017 The Norway Bay Bristol Historical Society brought back a favourite event to the waterfront area, in order to

Nocked and loaded

Donald Teuma-Castelletti OTTER LAKE Aug. 20, 2017 Archers arrived in Otter Lake ready to shoot from all over the Pontiac, and a bit beyond, to

Ladysmith’s little Woodstock in the woods

Donald Teuma-Castelletti LADYSMITH Aug. 18-20, 2017 Yogis, shamans, spiritual leaders and musicians descended upon Ladysmith last weekend, all in attendance of the fifth annual Bhakti

Sled stolen from Shawville driveway

Chris Lowrey SHAWVILLE Aug. 23, 2017 A bright yellow snowmobile was stolen from a driveway on King Street in Shawville in early August. The Ski-doo

Iron and pink – a game of charity

Donald Teuma-Castelletti NORWAY BAY Aug. 19, 2017 Golfers dressed in pink – and in some cases, crazier costumes – took to the Norway Bay Golf

A ringing endorsement

Members of the Quyon Lions Club visited the home of Jean McCann to present her with a Lions Centennial ring that was ordered for her

Chats Falls finds friends at meeting

Donald Teuma-Castelletti QUYON Aug. 9, 2017 The Friends of Chats Falls held their founding general meeting last Wednesday evening, where they welcomed new members and

Tour cottage country …

Donald Teuma-Castelletti NORWAY BAY Aug. 19, 2017 The Norway Bay Bristol Historical Society brought back a favourite event to the waterfront area, in order to correspond with the Canada 150 celebrations. Showcasing six local cottages, the Norway Bay Cottage Tour

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Nocked and loaded

Donald Teuma-Castelletti OTTER LAKE Aug. 20, 2017 Archers arrived in Otter Lake ready to shoot from all over the Pontiac, and a bit beyond, to participate in an annual tournament. Hosted by the Pontiac Archers, on the property of Jerry

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Ladysmith’s little Woodstock in the woods

Donald Teuma-Castelletti LADYSMITH Aug. 18-20, 2017 Yogis, shamans, spiritual leaders and musicians descended upon Ladysmith last weekend, all in attendance of the fifth annual Bhakti in the Woods yoga festival. Welcoming guests from all over North America, the festival saw

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Sled stolen from Shawville driveway

Chris Lowrey SHAWVILLE Aug. 23, 2017 A bright yellow snowmobile was stolen from a driveway on King Street in Shawville in early August. The Ski-doo was taken from the former home of Tamara Walton and her boyfriend after the couple

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Iron and pink – a game of charity

Donald Teuma-Castelletti NORWAY BAY Aug. 19, 2017 Golfers dressed in pink – and in some cases, crazier costumes – took to the Norway Bay Golf Course to participate in a tournament this weekend, supporting those who have endured and are

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Caldwell CONNIE HUNTER819-506-4011

So sorry to hear of the passing of Bryan Murray. This guy put Shawville on the map. I still remember him as my gym teacher at Shawville High School and the coach of the basketball team whenever I was a cheerleader.

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A ringing endorsement

Members of the Quyon Lions Club visited the home of Jean McCann to present her with a Lions Centennial ring that was ordered for her late husband, charter member Lester McCann who regretfully passed away before the Quyon 50th anniversary

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Chats Falls finds friends at meeting

Donald Teuma-Castelletti QUYON Aug. 9, 2017 The Friends of Chats Falls held their founding general meeting last Wednesday evening, where they welcomed new members and elected representatives for their cause. The Salle Bert Kennedy Centre in Quyon played host to

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LOCAL EVENTS
28 Jun

Festival de la Culbute Festival

June 28, 2025
All Day

A celebration of the 150th anniversary of the construction of the Culbute Locks, an industrial marvel in its day and an important part of our local heritage.
A day filled with celebration;
– The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show
– Music and dancing
– Food and drink
– and much more!
We acknowledge the support of the Government of Canada

Music Trivia Nite

Music Trivia Nite

June 28, 2025
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Come enjoy an evening of fun! Test your knowledge of Music Trivia! Prizes, and some competition!
Bar, snacks will be available. All money raised will go towards a chair lift for the Town Hall.

Gardening Workshops

Gardening Workshops

July 5, 2025 - July 19, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
We at the Parents’ Voice Shawville Area are excited to offer these two workshops! July 5 & July 19 from 11:00-12:00.
Have partnered with Pure Conscience to offer two 1 hour planting workshops for parents and children.
The workshop will include the following activities:
  1. How to read seed labels
  2. Knowing what and when to plant
  3. Getting your hands dirty with planting!
  4. Planning your garden
  5. Some gardening tips and tricks
  6. Trimming plants
  7. Fall garden planning
Please complete this form to reserve your spot. Payment will be made closer to the date if we get the minimum number of participants. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/DEuHomtBka5Dkw8v7
Cost: $20 per participant (parent and 1 child)
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree

12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree

July 17, 2025 - July 20, 2025
6:00 pm

A Weekend of Amazing Country Music and Fun!

02 Aug

PPHS Reunion

August 2, 2025
All Day

PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025
REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE!
$60 per person (cocktails, dinner)
Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must.
E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com
Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455)
331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6

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