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Vinton DIANE BOISVERT 819-921-5296

I would like to wish the following people a very happy birthday: Maureen Gagnon and myself on April 17, Bradley Frost on April 18, Philippe

Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

We were saddened to hear of the passing of world renowned surgeon Dr. Wilbert Keon. He was the founder of the Ottawa Heart Institute. He

Serious pruning

I’ve been out on sunny days when the temperature has been milder, pruning both my apple and pear trees and my grapes. I find it

Spring is all around us

Well, almost, after this freezing, cold, snowy winter I can only hope to bring spring closer by thinking of it. I still see loads of

Working in the dark

We have all entered a dark room and shouted, “Turn on the light!” Sometimes, there is no light to turn on. Every year our farmers

The Way We Were

Apr. 13, 1994 25 Years Ago Thorne mourns the loss of its mayor: Mayor Clarence Frederick Pasch passed way peacefully in the Pontiac Community Hospital

Vinton DIANE BOISVERT 819-921-5296

The galloping grannies were at it again this weekend. My daughter Shelley spent the week with me so Theresa and I drove her back to

Vinton DIANE BOISVERT 819-921-5296

I would like to wish the following people a very happy birthday: Maureen Gagnon and myself on April 17, Bradley Frost on April 18, Philippe O’Brien on April 19, Michael McCrank on April 20, Susan Belanger and Danny Lepack on

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Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

We were saddened to hear of the passing of world renowned surgeon Dr. Wilbert Keon. He was the founder of the Ottawa Heart Institute. He never forgot his Valley roots in Sheenboro, Que. Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are

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Serious pruning

I’ve been out on sunny days when the temperature has been milder, pruning both my apple and pear trees and my grapes. I find it difficult to cut away branches, unlike my father who seemed almost ruthless when he worked

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Spring is all around us

Well, almost, after this freezing, cold, snowy winter I can only hope to bring spring closer by thinking of it. I still see loads of snow (I can’t believe how high the mountains still are), but the forecast has some

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Working in the dark

We have all entered a dark room and shouted, “Turn on the light!” Sometimes, there is no light to turn on. Every year our farmers work in situations where there is no light. When we look at what soil is

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The Way We Were

Apr. 13, 1994 25 Years Ago Thorne mourns the loss of its mayor: Mayor Clarence Frederick Pasch passed way peacefully in the Pontiac Community Hospital in Shawville on April 3 after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of

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Vinton DIANE BOISVERT 819-921-5296

The galloping grannies were at it again this weekend. My daughter Shelley spent the week with me so Theresa and I drove her back to Port Carling, Ont. on Saturday. Carl’s operation got moved up to Monday so we had

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Shawville LYSE LACOURSE 819-647-5932 lyse380@gmail.com

Want to learn bridge? Join the bridge club in Shawville on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at St-Paul’s Church Hall. People celebrating their birthdays this week are: Heather Carmichael, Cassandra Young, Jill Smith, Todd Hearty, Nicholas Rebertz, Andrea Petty, Sylvie Thomson,

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LOCAL EVENTS
Pontiac Historical Society AGM

Pontiac Historical Society AGM

November 12, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m.  All are welcome.  Phone 819-647-3538 for information.

SADC Community Event - Thorne

SADC Community Event - Thorne

November 13, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac!

We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.

Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!

Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!

Thorne

Célébrons 40 ans d’impact local avec la SADC Pontiac !

Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.

Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !

Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 14, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

November 14, 2025
7:45 pm - 10:00 pm

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang

When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)

Regular Season Home Game #4 – Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen – Minor Hockey Night. Warmup at 7:15 p.m. 

Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1555

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

November 15, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come shop local and support a great cause!

We’re bringing together a fantastic lineup of talented artisans from across the Pontiac—perfect for checking off your holiday shopping list. From handcrafted goods to festive treats, there’s something for everyone!

Support the school, support local artists, and get into the holiday spirit with us!

Tag your friends, share the event, and we’ll see you there!
15 Nov

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar

November 15, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be held at 34 ch Bristol on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1870755183815088

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