Your life is number one
I don’t often scare you, but next week (March 13-19) is Canadian farm safety week, and we have lost too many local farmers (over 100)
I don’t often scare you, but next week (March 13-19) is Canadian farm safety week, and we have lost too many local farmers (over 100)
At one of the several free courses on improving our mental health and improving suicide prevention that many of us had the opportunity to take,
Feb. 18,1998 25 Years Ago Otter Lake Winter Carnival attracts hundreds: The sun shone on the 27th annual Otter Lake carnival this year, making the
Math is one of the most exciting concepts to teach young children. It’s literally around us at all times in everything we do, and is
Our thoughts and prayers for the Leach family on the loss of Evelyn on Feb. 12 at the age of 84. She was the sister
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Judith Ann (Judy) Carroll (nee Harkin) of Temiscaaming. She was the beloved wife of Willis Carroll.
Last Tuesday was Valentine’s Day, and the highlight of my day was the amazing take-out lasagna dinner hosted by the Quyon Legion. We enjoyed a
I once asked Dad about buying lottery tickets when all you could buy was illegal off shore tickets. Dad replied, “well son if you wish
I sat in a meeting physically, but my mind was miles away. Earlier that morning my doggy had disappeared from view on our morning walk.
Feb. 11,1998 25 Years Ago Sunny skies for Luskville carnival: Carnival organizers couldn’t have asked for a more perfect weekend. Sunny skies attracted hundreds to
I don’t often scare you, but next week (March 13-19) is Canadian farm safety week, and we have lost too many local farmers (over 100) to farm related deaths. Farming is a more dangerous occupation than policing or being in
At one of the several free courses on improving our mental health and improving suicide prevention that many of us had the opportunity to take, we were told that a very large percentage of what we worry about, we have
Feb. 18,1998 25 Years Ago Otter Lake Winter Carnival attracts hundreds: The sun shone on the 27th annual Otter Lake carnival this year, making the event another hit with hundreds of people attending. “We had a good carnival despite the
Math is one of the most exciting concepts to teach young children. It’s literally around us at all times in everything we do, and is super useful for the future. Regardless of your child’s age, if they haven’t started to
Our thoughts and prayers for the Leach family on the loss of Evelyn on Feb. 12 at the age of 84. She was the sister of Isabelle, Rosie and Leona. Our sympathies to the Ryan family on the loss of
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Judith Ann (Judy) Carroll (nee Harkin) of Temiscaaming. She was the beloved wife of Willis Carroll. Judy and Willis were formerly from Waltham and had moved away several years ago. Our
Last Tuesday was Valentine’s Day, and the highlight of my day was the amazing take-out lasagna dinner hosted by the Quyon Legion. We enjoyed a delicious meal at home. They thought of everything, right down to the festive napkins and
I once asked Dad about buying lottery tickets when all you could buy was illegal off shore tickets. Dad replied, “well son if you wish in one hand and crap in the other, you can bet on which hand will
I sat in a meeting physically, but my mind was miles away. Earlier that morning my doggy had disappeared from view on our morning walk. I called and called but there was no response. As my imagination took over, I
Feb. 11,1998 25 Years Ago Sunny skies for Luskville carnival: Carnival organizers couldn’t have asked for a more perfect weekend. Sunny skies attracted hundreds to Luskville’s five-day carnival. About 250 attended the supper and closing ceremonies Sunday. Many others participated
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!

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!
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

Get your tickets!
Remembrance Day Spaghetti and meat ball Dinner & Dance – music by Danny Sylvester
Join us as we come together to honour those who have served and continue to serve for our freedom.
Friday, November 8th, 2025
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dinner & Dance: 6 PM – 12 AM (Doors open at 5 PM)
Music by Danny Sylvester
Cash bar
Tickets $20 – sold in advance
$10 after 7:30 for the dance
Enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meat ball dinner served with Caeser salad and garlic bread, followed by music, and dancing as we gather in remembrance and gratitude.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to our local Legion.
We would love to display photos of your loved ones who have served — please send them in or bring them with you to the event.
Hosted by the Ladysmith Recreation Committee.
Let’s share a meal, some memories, and our appreciation together.
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Dîner et danse des spaghettis et des boulettes de viande du jour du Souvenir
Rejoignez-nous alors que nous nous réunissons pour honorer ceux qui ont servi et continuent de servir pour notre liberté.
Samedi le 8 Novembre
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dîner et danse : 18 h – 12 h (les portes ouvrent à 17 h)
Musique de Danny Sylvester
Barre de caisse
Billets 20 $ – vendus à l’avance
Billets 10 $ après 7h30 pour la danse
Profitez d’un délicieux dîner de spaghettis et de boulettes de viande servi avec du pain à l’ail, de la musique et de la danse alors que nous nous rassemblons en souvenir et en gratitude.
Une partie des recettes sera reversée à notre Légion locale.
Nous aimerions afficher des photos de vos proches qui ont servi – veuillez les envoyer ou les apporter avec vous à l’événement.
Hébergé par l’association Recreative Ladysmith
Partageons un repas, quelques souvenirs et notre appréciation ensemble.
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.
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!

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!
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
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