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May 14, 2026

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Once a year

It’s almost Christmas and I have begun to bake things I never bake any other time of the year. Why? I don’t know. Well, Christmas

Neighbours

I think of myself as very blessed. One of the reasons? I have great neighbors all around me. They are the kind of people who

Quyon – Jillian Young

Last Friday the gang at Mountainview Turf kicked off the festive season with a fun Christmas party in the Mountainview shop. Bill and Jenn Telford

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

The Veterans Memorial Tree Lighting was especially beautiful on Friday. Kudos to everyone who decorated and led the event. The carollers who walked from New

Waltham – Helen Perry

Well, here we are in the first week of December. We are now in advent, as we prepare in the next four weeks for the

AI on the farm

At a recent AGM of the Quebec Farmers’ Association, the subject of AI (artificial intelligence) came up. As I looked around the room, the majority

Headhunting

A modern day headhunter is some person that recruits top people for whatever field they work in.  We know several industries that have used headhunters

Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Kristen (Woolsey) and Matt Curley on the arrival of their baby girl, born on Nov. 19.  They named her Evelyn Ray, and she

Waltham – Helen Perry

Warm birthday wishes are extended to Melanie Clouthier, who celebrated her birthday on Nov. 25. Mel, we hope that you enjoyed your special day. Birthday

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Sharpe family on the loss of Gerald on Nov. 14, at the age of 68.  Our condolences to the Greer

Once a year

It’s almost Christmas and I have begun to bake things I never bake any other time of the year. Why? I don’t know. Well, Christmas cookies yes, but why not make a tourtiere in say July? I just don’t. So

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Neighbours

I think of myself as very blessed. One of the reasons? I have great neighbors all around me. They are the kind of people who help when there is a need, they’re friendly and just nice to be around. But

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Quyon – Jillian Young

Last Friday the gang at Mountainview Turf kicked off the festive season with a fun Christmas party in the Mountainview shop. Bill and Jenn Telford catered a delicious turkey and roast beef dinner with all of the trimmings, and many

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

The Veterans Memorial Tree Lighting was especially beautiful on Friday. Kudos to everyone who decorated and led the event. The carollers who walked from New Hope Church were awesome.  On Saturday, our community welcomed students from École secondaire Sieur de

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Well, here we are in the first week of December. We are now in advent, as we prepare in the next four weeks for the birth of Jesus Christ. Congratulations is extended to Paul Brisard, who was this month’s winner

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AI on the farm

At a recent AGM of the Quebec Farmers’ Association, the subject of AI (artificial intelligence) came up. As I looked around the room, the majority in attendance had that deer-in-the-headlights look on their face. After we had talked about AI

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Headhunting

A modern day headhunter is some person that recruits top people for whatever field they work in.  We know several industries that have used headhunters before. Remember the Avro Arrow that was a world leader in both speed and aeronautical

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Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Kristen (Woolsey) and Matt Curley on the arrival of their baby girl, born on Nov. 19.  They named her Evelyn Ray, and she is a little sister for Brooks.  Best wishes to the whole family as they settle

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Warm birthday wishes are extended to Melanie Clouthier, who celebrated her birthday on Nov. 25. Mel, we hope that you enjoyed your special day. Birthday wishes and love are wished to my sister Susan Pilon, of Casselman, who is celebrating

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Sharpe family on the loss of Gerald on Nov. 14, at the age of 68.  Our condolences to the Greer family on the loss of Emery on Nov. 18, at the age of 52.  

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