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July 23, 2026

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So true

Dear Editor, I adore my EQUITY. Yes! The article on Mr. Perry! So true! My children were attending PPHS when Mr. Perry was principal. He

Mr. Perry

Dear Editor, It was very nice to read a story on the wonderful life of Mr. Ellard Perry, featured in last week’s EQUITY. The Perry

Communications breakdown

If Pontiac residents want to find out what’s going on at the MRC Pontiac, they won’t find much help at the MRC website. A quick

Trashy decisions

The MRC Pontiac’s social media page exploded with anger this week when photos were posted showing piles of garbage strewn about a section of the

MRC Pontiac Youth Council

Dear Editor, The MRC Council of Mayors voted unanimously to create an MRC Pontiac Youth Council on Sept. 17, 2018. We want the youth of

Tip of the hat to Toller

A rule of thumb in politics is to never show weakness. It’s why we so often see politicians defending indefensible policies simply because it was

Poppy Campaign

Dear Editor, The time has once again arrived for our Poppy Campaign (Oct. 25) at the Royal Canadian Legion Pontiac Branch 162 Campbell’s Bay. We

Remebering Terry’s legacy

Dear Editor, The Terry Fox organizing committee would like to thank everyone who came out on Sept. 16 for the annual Run/Ride /Walk. Just over

Pool and park

Dear Editor, Provided the economics work I fully support the warden’s pool initiative, but for a different reason. I believe the future for the Ottawa

So true

Dear Editor, I adore my EQUITY. Yes! The article on Mr. Perry! So true! My children were attending PPHS when Mr. Perry was principal. He was the best. Plus a painter, wow. Yes, he painted the Auberge de la forêt

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Mr. Perry

Dear Editor, It was very nice to read a story on the wonderful life of Mr. Ellard Perry, featured in last week’s EQUITY. The Perry family were neighbours of ours growing up. I have fond memories of Saturday morning Kids

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Communications breakdown

If Pontiac residents want to find out what’s going on at the MRC Pontiac, they won’t find much help at the MRC website. A quick look at the MRC Pontiac’s staff directory shows that the communications director position remains vacant.

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Trashy decisions

The MRC Pontiac’s social media page exploded with anger this week when photos were posted showing piles of garbage strewn about a section of the Picanoc Road. The photos show everything from residential garbage to appliances to commercial waste. This

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A fine line between skepticism and cynicism

There tends to be two prevailing opinions when it comes to the future of the Pontiac, one that’s jaded and one that’s rose-coloured. The jaded folks look at the industries that have left the region and throw up their hands,

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MRC Pontiac Youth Council

Dear Editor, The MRC Council of Mayors voted unanimously to create an MRC Pontiac Youth Council on Sept. 17, 2018. We want the youth of the Pontiac to know that their voice is important. We want our youth to see

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Tip of the hat to Toller

A rule of thumb in politics is to never show weakness. It’s why we so often see politicians defending indefensible policies simply because it was advanced by the higher-ups on their side. Their told to toe the party line lest

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Poppy Campaign

Dear Editor, The time has once again arrived for our Poppy Campaign (Oct. 25) at the Royal Canadian Legion Pontiac Branch 162 Campbell’s Bay. We deeply appreciate the generosity we have been shown in the past and thank all who

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Remebering Terry’s legacy

Dear Editor, The Terry Fox organizing committee would like to thank everyone who came out on Sept. 16 for the annual Run/Ride /Walk. Just over 100 people participated, which was down from last year, but the amount raised for cancer

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Pool and park

Dear Editor, Provided the economics work I fully support the warden’s pool initiative, but for a different reason. I believe the future for the Ottawa Valley on both sides of the river is tourism and residential development. They go hand

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