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October 29, 2025

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Quyon – Jill Young

Congratulations to Patrick Trudeau and Sonia Kenney who welcomed their first child on Feb. 1. They had a baby girl and they have named her

Waltham – Helen Perry

We have been lucky so far this winter, as our temperatures have been mild. However, on Friday and Saturday, the temperatures really plunged into a

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Allison Corrigan reports that on the week of Jan. 31 to Feb. 6, 2021 the nighttime temperatures ranged from -25.55 Celsius to -7.77 Celsius. The

Parenting through tantrums

Whether we are exhausted, embarrassed, frustrated, or simply in a hurry, a toddler, school aged or tweenager’s tantrum can be difficult to deal with. It

The Way We Were

Feb. 4,1998 25 Years Ago Maple sugar bushes beaten by January ice storm: When the sap flows at the Maple Dale Farms this spring, owner

Early dairying in Pontiac County

At a New Year’s eve dance a few decades ago, Dalton Hodgins and I were having a chat about all the changes in dairying over

The Way We Were

Jan. 28,1998 – 25 Years Ago Harris Rink in provincials: The Gary Harris rink has made it to the provincial curling championships. Harris and teammates

So, why do we live here?

This is a question that we get asked by our friends in other provinces and by visitors to our county who are thinking of moving

Food prices vs costs to produce

January 2023 has been a challenge for most people trying to juggle high interest rates, inflation that now may be starting to cool off, fuel

The Way We Were

Jan. 21,1998 – 25 Years Ago Trans Canada snowmobilers ride in Pontiac: Fifteen snowmobilers participating in the cross-Canada run passed through Pontiac County Saturday. The

Quyon – Jill Young

Congratulations to Patrick Trudeau and Sonia Kenney who welcomed their first child on Feb. 1. They had a baby girl and they have named her Effie. Best wishes to the new mom and dad as they settle in with their

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Waltham – Helen Perry

We have been lucky so far this winter, as our temperatures have been mild. However, on Friday and Saturday, the temperatures really plunged into a deep freeze. On Friday morning, the temperature was -29 degrees Celsius and -45 degrees Celsius

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Allison Corrigan reports that on the week of Jan. 31 to Feb. 6, 2021 the nighttime temperatures ranged from -25.55 Celsius to -7.77 Celsius. The daytime temperatures ranged from -3.33 Celsius to 1.66 Celsius. The week of Jan. 30 to

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Parenting through tantrums

Whether we are exhausted, embarrassed, frustrated, or simply in a hurry, a toddler, school aged or tweenager’s tantrum can be difficult to deal with. It helps to remember that a child who is having a tantrum is calling out for

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The Way We Were

Feb. 4,1998 25 Years Ago Maple sugar bushes beaten by January ice storm: When the sap flows at the Maple Dale Farms this spring, owner Eric Campbell says “It will be like rain.” Campbell points upwards to the broken tops

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Early dairying in Pontiac County

At a New Year’s eve dance a few decades ago, Dalton Hodgins and I were having a chat about all the changes in dairying over the years. We both came to the conclusion that a story about the history of

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The Way We Were

Jan. 28,1998 – 25 Years Ago Harris Rink in provincials: The Gary Harris rink has made it to the provincial curling championships. Harris and teammates Dave Draper, Rickey Lee Allen and Steve Allen, who all play out of the Shawville

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So, why do we live here?

This is a question that we get asked by our friends in other provinces and by visitors to our county who are thinking of moving to another, more relaxing place to live. Before building a new barn 20 years ago,

Read More »

Food prices vs costs to produce

January 2023 has been a challenge for most people trying to juggle high interest rates, inflation that now may be starting to cool off, fuel prices that we have never encountered before and high food prices. Many of us are

Read More »

The Way We Were

Jan. 21,1998 – 25 Years Ago Trans Canada snowmobilers ride in Pontiac: Fifteen snowmobilers participating in the cross-Canada run passed through Pontiac County Saturday. The riders, part of the PowerStreak Rendez-Vous ‘98 began in Newfoundland and will finish in British

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LOCAL EVENTS
SADC Community Event - Portage-du-Fort

SADC Community Event - Portage-du-Fort

November 6, 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!

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 7, 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

08 Nov

Remembrance Day Spaghetti and Meatballs dinner and dance

November 8, 2025
5:00 pm - 11:45 pm

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.

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

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