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February 25, 2026

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Whining and complaining

I get up about 6:00 each day, sometimes a bit earlier. At 7:15 I walk my pup with a friend and her dog. Unfortunately, that

A Canadian tradition by Chris Judd

When our pioneering ancestors first came to Canada they came for cheap or free land and were filled with hope of a better future for

Car trips by Shelley Heaphy

This summer we are embarking on two long car trips. We’re slowly going farther (a little farther than Ottawa, that is) places with our children

Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

On Thursday, the Birthday Club met at the Waltham Station. Yours truly was the birthday girl this month. We enjoyed a delicious lunch and beautiful

Whining and complaining

I get up about 6:00 each day, sometimes a bit earlier. At 7:15 I walk my pup with a friend and her dog. Unfortunately, that hour is not spent in total silence. Rather, there is sighing, whimpering in many different

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The Way We Were Compiled by Bonnie Chevrier

May 26, 1993 25 Years Ago Pontiac students win Heritage awards: Pontiac students carried away some of the most coveted awards from the annual banquet for Heritage College. More than 350 students attended the gala event at the Maison du

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A Canadian tradition by Chris Judd

When our pioneering ancestors first came to Canada they came for cheap or free land and were filled with hope of a better future for themselves and their families. The pioneers knew there would be lots of hard work but

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Car trips by Shelley Heaphy

This summer we are embarking on two long car trips. We’re slowly going farther (a little farther than Ottawa, that is) places with our children but it’s still not easy on the nerves. The whining, “Are we there yet?”, How

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Vinton DIANE BOISVERT 819-921-5296

We would like to send out our deepest sympathy to Karen and the family and friends of Kenny Morin who passed away May 20. We had a very successful yard sale this weekend and we will be holding another one

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Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

On Thursday, the Birthday Club met at the Waltham Station. Yours truly was the birthday girl this month. We enjoyed a delicious lunch and beautiful birthday cake. I feel so blessed to have such a loving and caring family and

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