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April 2, 2026

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How kind are you?

Every few days we read in the paper, on social media, hear on the radio, or watch on television another report about pet abuse, animal

Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

Our heartfelt sympathy thoughts and prayers are with the Fleury family of Chapeau with the recent passing of Jean-Pierre Fleury. Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and

Caldwell CONNIE HUNTER819-647-4700

Well, the groundhog saw his shadow so that means six more weeks of winter. Soon we will be seeing all those nice flowers peeking through

Milk 101

This article was inspired by many others containing misinformation about milk safety that have recently been sent to the public in print, on radio, in

How kind are you?

Every few days we read in the paper, on social media, hear on the radio, or watch on television another report about pet abuse, animal cruelty, or people or even children not being looked after properly or being mistreated and

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Waltham HELEN PERRY 819-689-2652

Our heartfelt sympathy thoughts and prayers are with the Fleury family of Chapeau with the recent passing of Jean-Pierre Fleury. Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Ron Price of St. Joseph with the recent passing of his two

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Ladysmith Lillian Pasch 819-647-5304

Our sympathy to the family and friends of Elsie Sparrow who passed away on Feb. 3. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Our sympathy to the family and friends of John “Sonny” Germain who passed away

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Caldwell CONNIE HUNTER819-647-4700

Well, the groundhog saw his shadow so that means six more weeks of winter. Soon we will be seeing all those nice flowers peeking through the ground, it will be so nice to see. It has been such a weird

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The Parents’ Voice By Shelley Heaphy

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. I know a lot of people comment on Valentine’s Day being a gimmick to just have to go out and buy things for people but I have to say I definitely disagree with that sentiment.

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The Way We Were Compiled by Bonnie Chevrier

Feb. 3, 1993 25 Years Ago Curling Club celebrates 25 years: The Shawville Community Bonspiel is being played with a touch of nostalgia this year. January 1993 marks 25 years since the Shawville Curling Rink was built. The original construction

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Milk 101

This article was inspired by many others containing misinformation about milk safety that have recently been sent to the public in print, on radio, in social media and even in paid ads that usually solicit funds. My wife — who

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