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December 17, 2025

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Who’s in control?

Thursday evening, I realized that what had started as a tickle in my throat the day before, was a full blown chest cold. The night

Quyon – Jill Young

I had a very lucky week last week, as I was the big winner of the Grand in the Hand draw hosted by the Quyon

Waltham – Helen Perry

We were saddened to hear of the passing of a long time resident Edith Charlotte Robinson (nee Way). She was the beloved wife of the

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our local schools were closed on Monday due to a heat wave that is set to last til mid-week. Temperatures with the humidity are reaching

Questions

Someone once said, “Don’t ask stupid questions!” A much smarter person replied, “There is no such thing as a stupid question, but there are many

Quyon – Jillian Young

On Sunday morning, the Quyon Pastoral Charge celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada with a joy-filled church service led by Pastor

Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that all fathers enjoyed Father’s Day and managed to take in some R&R. Mike surprised Larry and met us for breakfast. We

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

The Pontiac Historical Society is hosting an evening of the Story of the Earl Young Violin Collection on Wednesday, June 18, at 7:00 p.m. at

Unanswered prayer

I listened to a sermon on Psalm 13 in which King David was lamenting that he felt God wasn’t listening to His call for help.

Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Becky (McKay) and Kevin Renaud on the arrival of their baby boy on June 1. They named him Barrett Gregory Terrance, and he

Who’s in control?

Thursday evening, I realized that what had started as a tickle in my throat the day before, was a full blown chest cold. The night was difficult with both small amounts of rest and restless periods of coughing, tossing and

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Quyon – Jill Young

I had a very lucky week last week, as I was the big winner of the Grand in the Hand draw hosted by the Quyon Community Association. The QCA have been holding these draws weekly to raise money for their

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Waltham – Helen Perry

We were saddened to hear of the passing of a long time resident Edith Charlotte Robinson (nee Way). She was the beloved wife of the late Floyd Robinson. Edith and Floyd had lived in Waltham and raised their two sons,

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our local schools were closed on Monday due to a heat wave that is set to last til mid-week. Temperatures with the humidity are reaching highs of 46 degrees Celsius. People will need to stay indoors, limit exertion outdoors and

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Questions

Someone once said, “Don’t ask stupid questions!” A much smarter person replied, “There is no such thing as a stupid question, but there are many people who freely give answers that are not too well researched!” As we get older

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Quyon – Jillian Young

On Sunday morning, the Quyon Pastoral Charge celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada with a joy-filled church service led by Pastor Patricia Power at Wesley United Church. Rolly Bernier played some of the congregation’s favourite hymns

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Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that all fathers enjoyed Father’s Day and managed to take in some R&R. Mike surprised Larry and met us for breakfast. We enjoyed a barbecue in the evening. The last couple of days the weather has been

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

The Pontiac Historical Society is hosting an evening of the Story of the Earl Young Violin Collection on Wednesday, June 18, at 7:00 p.m. at the Pontiac Community Lodge situated at 244 Main Street. The Pontiac County Women’s Institute will

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Unanswered prayer

I listened to a sermon on Psalm 13 in which King David was lamenting that he felt God wasn’t listening to His call for help. I need Your help. How long will You turn your face away? I can relate.

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Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Becky (McKay) and Kevin Renaud on the arrival of their baby boy on June 1. They named him Barrett Gregory Terrance, and he is a little brother for Hazel. Wishing the family all the best as they settle

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