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January 14, 2026

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“If only grandpa could see this.” How often have we said this when we were introduced to something new? When our first old, articulated Versatile

Waltham: Helen Perry (March 24)

A belated birthday wish goes out to Les Carroll who celebrated his birthday on March 21. We hope that it was a good one Les.

Quyon: Jill Young (March 24)

Spring has officially sprung. What a beautiful weekend that was to usher in the new season. It felt so good to be outside enjoying the

Vinton: Diane Boisvert (March 24)

On March 14, Theresa and I drove to Bancroft to meet our children Carl and Shelley so we could give them 100 pounds of hamburger

Shawville: Lyse Lacourse (March 24)

Happy 61st belated wedding anniversary to Ivan and Arlene Saunders who celebrated on March 19. Family and friends wish you both well. Happy belated 85th

It’s puzzling

I began working on a 1,000 piece puzzle the other day. It was recommended to me but as I was turning over the pieces I

Mental health in new moms

Although there are tons of things that scare me about today’s world, one thing I’m so happy to be a part of is a world

The way we were (March 17)

Mar. 20,1996 25 Years Ago Bypass wharf complete: It wasn’t exactly the last spike, more like the last shovel but it did complete an important

Canada farm safety week

March 14 to March 20 is the 2021 farm safety week. With less than two per cent of Canada’s workforce involved in farming, you may

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“If only grandpa could see this.” How often have we said this when we were introduced to something new? When our first old, articulated Versatile tractor arrived and I could pull a 24 foot disk up any hill on the

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Waltham: Helen Perry (March 24)

A belated birthday wish goes out to Les Carroll who celebrated his birthday on March 21. We hope that it was a good one Les. Happy 42nd wedding anniversary is wished to . . .

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Quyon: Jill Young (March 24)

Spring has officially sprung. What a beautiful weekend that was to usher in the new season. It felt so good to be outside enjoying the sunshine and warm temperatures. I hope . . .

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Vinton: Diane Boisvert (March 24)

On March 14, Theresa and I drove to Bancroft to meet our children Carl and Shelley so we could give them 100 pounds of hamburger we bought on special here and of course, a lot of other homemade goods. We

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Shawville: Lyse Lacourse (March 24)

Happy 61st belated wedding anniversary to Ivan and Arlene Saunders who celebrated on March 19. Family and friends wish you both well. Happy belated 85th birthday to Ivan Saunders who celebrated his birthday on March 20.

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It’s puzzling

I began working on a 1,000 piece puzzle the other day. It was recommended to me but as I was turning over the pieces I thought, why am I doing this? It has so many shades of green, gray and

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Mental health in new moms

Although there are tons of things that scare me about today’s world, one thing I’m so happy to be a part of is a world that discusses mental health so openly. I’m happy to live in a world where we

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The way we were (March 17)

Mar. 20,1996 25 Years Ago Bypass wharf complete: It wasn’t exactly the last spike, more like the last shovel but it did complete an important transportation system linking Quebec and Ontario. Representatives from all levels of government gathered at Desjardinsville

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Canada farm safety week

March 14 to March 20 is the 2021 farm safety week. With less than two per cent of Canada’s workforce involved in farming, you may wonder why everyone should be aware of Canada’s farm safety week. The first reason is

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Shawville: Lyse Lacourse (March 17)

Our thoughts and prayers for the Bretzlaff and St. Aubin families on the loss of Adèle at the age of 68. She was the wife of Glen. Adèle was the mother of Maxine and Melissa (Dave). She was the grandmother

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