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August 20, 2026

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Quyon – Jillian Young

On Friday evening, I joined a group of friends at Gavan’s Hotel to hear Jessica Pearson perform in the Pub. I have become a big

Waltham – Helen Perry

Birthday wishes are extended to Hailey Romain and to Leonard Godin, who are celebrating their birthdays today, Aug. 27. We hope you both enjoy your

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Congratulations to newlyweds Marie-Michelle Lacourse and Peter Senack who were married in Larder Lake on Sat., Aug. 9. Our condolences to the Kelley and Larabie

Quyon – Jillian Young

We were deeply saddened to learn that Susan Hamilton passed away on Aug. 4. Sue has been a big part of my life for many

Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that everyone is weathering this heat wave well. Remember to stay hydrated and keep your pets hydrated and indoors. On Saturday evening,

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Greer family on the loss of Gail on Aug. 1, in her 82nd year.   Our sympathies to the Hamilton

Quyon – Jillian Young

It was with heavy hearts that we learned of the sudden passing of John Gibeault on July 31. “Big John”, as he was known around

Waltham – Helen Perry

Well, here we are already into August. I sure hope that everyone enjoyed a safe long weekend. On Tuesday evening, a pig roast and community

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our sympathies to the Trudeau family on the loss of Marty on July 25, at the age of 64. Our thoughts and prayers for the

Quyon – Jillian Young

It was with shock and sadness we learned of the sudden passing of Derek Lepine on July 23. For the gang at Mountainview Turf, Derek

Quyon – Jillian Young

On Friday evening, I joined a group of friends at Gavan’s Hotel to hear Jessica Pearson perform in the Pub. I have become a big fan of her group, Jessica Pearson and the East Wind, but it was so much

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Birthday wishes are extended to Hailey Romain and to Leonard Godin, who are celebrating their birthdays today, Aug. 27. We hope you both enjoy your special day. Birthday wishes are extended to Anne Romain and to Travis Burnie who are

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Congratulations to newlyweds Marie-Michelle Lacourse and Peter Senack who were married in Larder Lake on Sat., Aug. 9. Our condolences to the Kelley and Larabie families on the loss of Donna on Aug. 12. Our thoughts and prayers for the

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Quyon – Jillian Young

We were deeply saddened to learn that Susan Hamilton passed away on Aug. 4. Sue has been a big part of my life for many years, as a mentor, a friend, my best friend’s mom, and by extension, she was

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Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that everyone is weathering this heat wave well. Remember to stay hydrated and keep your pets hydrated and indoors. On Saturday evening, we received some welcomed rain. There was also lighting and thunder and at one point

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Greer family on the loss of Gail on Aug. 1, in her 82nd year.   Our sympathies to the Hamilton family on the loss of Susan on Aug. 4, at the age of 67.  

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Quyon – Jillian Young

It was with heavy hearts that we learned of the sudden passing of John Gibeault on July 31. “Big John”, as he was known around Quyon, was one the nicest people you could ever hope to meet. He always greeted

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Well, here we are already into August. I sure hope that everyone enjoyed a safe long weekend. On Tuesday evening, a pig roast and community pot luck supper took place at Paul Ryan Park here in Waltham. It was to

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our sympathies to the Trudeau family on the loss of Marty on July 25, at the age of 64. Our thoughts and prayers for the Stewart family on the loss of Wendy on July 30, in her 58th year. Our

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Quyon – Jillian Young

It was with shock and sadness we learned of the sudden passing of Derek Lepine on July 23. For the gang at Mountainview Turf, Derek was a much loved and valued team member. His loss will be deeply felt, especially

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