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May 14, 2026

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Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Jessica Trudeau and Colton Scissons, as they were married on September 26th at the Aquatopia Water Garden Conservatory in Carp. Wishing the happy

Waltham – Helen Perry

The happiest of birthdays is wished to Sheila Harris, who celebrated her 88th birthday on Oct. 4. May you be blessed this coming year with

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Smith family on the loss of Atholl on Oct. 2, at the age of 87.  Our sympathies to

Don’t give up

I planted pole beans on the side of my house this spring. They grew up over the roof of the porch and gave a good

Slow changes to the pesticide bills

Farmers have been wondering about what’s the next new herbicide around the corner. After WWII, there were some new tools in the farmers toolbox to

An old farmer’s fall thoughts

As the nights get colder, the kids are back to school or far away at college. Everybody that is still with us has celebrated another

Unexpected changes

My little cat spends most of her day next door. My neighbour puts out water for their own two cats, so she has fresh water

Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Hailie and Alex Draper, as they welcomed their first child on Sept. 22. They had a baby girl named Lucia Grace, and she

Waltham – Helen Perry

Congratulations is extended to Janie Carroll of Chapeau who won this month’s Residence Meilleur 50/50 draw.  On Saturday, the Lumber Jack Day Festival was held

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Beaudoin family on the loss of Gabriel on Sept. 17, at the age of 85.  Our thoughts and prayers for

Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Jessica Trudeau and Colton Scissons, as they were married on September 26th at the Aquatopia Water Garden Conservatory in Carp. Wishing the happy couple all the best as they begin this next chapter together as husband and wife.

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Waltham – Helen Perry

The happiest of birthdays is wished to Sheila Harris, who celebrated her 88th birthday on Oct. 4. May you be blessed this coming year with health and happiness surrounded by the love of your family and friends.       

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Smith family on the loss of Atholl on Oct. 2, at the age of 87.  Our sympathies to the Picard family on the loss of Joe on Oct. 3.  Happy belated 45th wedding

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Don’t give up

I planted pole beans on the side of my house this spring. They grew up over the roof of the porch and gave a good crop. Sometime in August though, they quit. I did notice flowers on the vines but

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Slow changes to the pesticide bills

Farmers have been wondering about what’s the next new herbicide around the corner. After WWII, there were some new tools in the farmers toolbox to control the weeds and insects. They included 2,4,5-T (brush killer), 2,4-D and MCPA for broadleaf

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An old farmer’s fall thoughts

As the nights get colder, the kids are back to school or far away at college. Everybody that is still with us has celebrated another birthday this year and we reminisce about our old friends that left us this year

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Unexpected changes

My little cat spends most of her day next door. My neighbour puts out water for their own two cats, so she has fresh water and she gets treats from them as well so why not? I’m thankful for caring

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Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Hailie and Alex Draper, as they welcomed their first child on Sept. 22. They had a baby girl named Lucia Grace, and she is just as sweet as can be. Best wishes to Hailie and Alex as they

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Congratulations is extended to Janie Carroll of Chapeau who won this month’s Residence Meilleur 50/50 draw.  On Saturday, the Lumber Jack Day Festival was held at the Parc Chutes Coulonge Adventure Park in Mansfield. There were lumberjack demonstrations, wood carving,

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Beaudoin family on the loss of Gabriel on Sept. 17, at the age of 85.  Our thoughts and prayers for the Hogg and Newcommon families on the loss of Edith on Sept. 25, at the

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