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April 2, 2026

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Continuous education

When I was in college many, many years ago, our agricultural outreach teacher instilled in us the understanding that your education never stops. My dad

Accepting the change

Most of my life I have been actively working in what I would call the Lord’s work. Sunday school, extracurricular activities in the evening, trips

Quyon notes

Deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Ken Claude, as he passed away on Mar. 22. He was a beloved member of our community,

Waltham notes

On Sunday morning, we enjoyed a tasty brunch at Magnum Outfitters Restaurant. We celebrated three 80th birthdays, Margaret Pilon, Jean Pilon and Leo Lafremiere.  Everyone

Shawville notes

Holy Week started this past Sunday, Palm Sunday, and will conclude next Monday, Apr. 6, Easter Monday.  Christianity celebrates Holy Thursday, traditionally the Last Supper

Unlimited power

My son and grandson are powerlifters. Saturday past, I watched them beat their own records and lift incredible weights.  Strength when it is visible in

Shawville Notes

Our condolences to the Sharpe family on the loss of Ruth on  Feb. 28, at the age of 81 in Lethbridge, Alberta.   Our sympathies

Waltham Notes

Happy Spring everyone! It sure doesn’t feel like it with all the snow that we have been getting in the last couple of days. Although

Neighbours

Recent developments around the world and at home have reminded us of the importance of good friends and neighbours. I once wrote a series of

Who should pay?

You’ve probably noticed that meat has become more expensive. This leads shoppers to look for other sources of protein. Yes, pork and chicken are a

Continuous education

When I was in college many, many years ago, our agricultural outreach teacher instilled in us the understanding that your education never stops. My dad died with his third heart attack when he was only 59 and I was 19,

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Accepting the change

Most of my life I have been actively working in what I would call the Lord’s work. Sunday school, extracurricular activities in the evening, trips to weekend retreats, etc. But, I’m beginning to find I can’t do what I used

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Quyon notes

Deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Ken Claude, as he passed away on Mar. 22. He was a beloved member of our community, and he will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ken’s loved ones

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Waltham notes

On Sunday morning, we enjoyed a tasty brunch at Magnum Outfitters Restaurant. We celebrated three 80th birthdays, Margaret Pilon, Jean Pilon and Leo Lafremiere.  Everyone extended their love and best wishes to them and a lovely birthday cake was served. 

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Shawville notes

Holy Week started this past Sunday, Palm Sunday, and will conclude next Monday, Apr. 6, Easter Monday.  Christianity celebrates Holy Thursday, traditionally the Last Supper known as the Passover (Seder), followed by Good Friday Jesus’s death on the cross, Holy

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Unlimited power

My son and grandson are powerlifters. Saturday past, I watched them beat their own records and lift incredible weights.  Strength when it is visible in a competition is impressive, but there is a greater strength which seems to go quietly

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Shawville Notes

Our condolences to the Sharpe family on the loss of Ruth on  Feb. 28, at the age of 81 in Lethbridge, Alberta.   Our sympathies to the Barr and Stanley families on the loss of Claire on Mar. 18, at

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Waltham Notes

Happy Spring everyone! It sure doesn’t feel like it with all the snow that we have been getting in the last couple of days. Although we should count our blessings, as in the northern parts of Quebec and Ontario they

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Neighbours

Recent developments around the world and at home have reminded us of the importance of good friends and neighbours. I once wrote a series of articles explaining the seven bank accounts of a farmer, but these bank accounts are important

Read More »

Who should pay?

You’ve probably noticed that meat has become more expensive. This leads shoppers to look for other sources of protein. Yes, pork and chicken are a little less expensive than beef per pound of protein but other high protein foods like

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