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The Way We Were

Jan. 22,1997 25 Years Ago Small businesses robbed: Police may be looking for Winnie the Pooh in connection with the break and enter of Café

Coming home with baby

Is my child delayed? Developing on curve? Should I be worried? Around this time ten years ago, we were anticipating the arrival of our first

Who’s taking notes?

Every little group or organization relies on a secretary or someone volunteers or is appointed at the beginning of a meeting to take notes. During

Developmental Milestones

Is my child delayed? Developing on curve? Should I be worried? Is this normal? Are they ahead of the game? Should I be teaching them

Fire and fuel

On the afternoon of Thursday, the thirteenth, of January, 2022; Ottawa witnessed one of the most dangerous fires in the city’s history. If the city’s

About the kids

Since Christmas 2021 the experts have been crowding the news with their professional opinion as to whether children should go back to in the classroom

The Way We Were

Dec. 25,1996 25 Years Ago UPA suing farmers: It’s a classic David-versus-Goliath story, and the Farmers for Freedom of Association are hoping for a bible-story

What to do on Christmas Break

How many more sleeps until Santa comes? With Christmas a few days away and school ending today, those of us lucky enough to get to

Almost Christmas

When we get up each morning, we are faced with the first big decision of the day. Will I be happy or not? If I

Christmas Traditions

My family has had the same Christmas Eve traditions for as long as I can remember. Even as an adult, my sisters and I and

The Way We Were

Jan. 22,1997 25 Years Ago Small businesses robbed: Police may be looking for Winnie the Pooh in connection with the break and enter of Café du Jour and Mulligan Bookkeeping in Shawville last week. In addition to $4,000 worth of

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Coming home with baby

Is my child delayed? Developing on curve? Should I be worried? Around this time ten years ago, we were anticipating the arrival of our first baby, just months away. I often think back to those moments before our lives were

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Who’s taking notes?

Every little group or organization relies on a secretary or someone volunteers or is appointed at the beginning of a meeting to take notes. During my many years of being involved in organizations, I have had the pleasure of being

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Developmental Milestones

Is my child delayed? Developing on curve? Should I be worried? Is this normal? Are they ahead of the game? Should I be teaching them this, or that? These are all questions that most parents pose themselves daily . .

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Fire and fuel

On the afternoon of Thursday, the thirteenth, of January, 2022; Ottawa witnessed one of the most dangerous fires in the city’s history. If the city’s fire departments had not moved quickly and the wind had blown in the direction of

Read More »

About the kids

Since Christmas 2021 the experts have been crowding the news with their professional opinion as to whether children should go back to in the classroom face to face learning or stay at home for a couple weeks because no one

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The Way We Were

Dec. 25,1996 25 Years Ago UPA suing farmers: It’s a classic David-versus-Goliath story, and the Farmers for Freedom of Association are hoping for a bible-story ending. About 50 farmers met at the . . .

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What to do on Christmas Break

How many more sleeps until Santa comes? With Christmas a few days away and school ending today, those of us lucky enough to get to spend that time at home, with our kids, start to wonder, what are we going

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Almost Christmas

When we get up each morning, we are faced with the first big decision of the day. Will I be happy or not? If I choose to look on the positive side and be happy, I will enjoy my day.

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Christmas Traditions

My family has had the same Christmas Eve traditions for as long as I can remember. Even as an adult, my sisters and I and our families would gather at my parents’ home for a family Christmas Eve and Christmas

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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

Pontiacs vs. South Grenville Rangers - November 7 (Home Game)

Pontiacs vs. South Grenville Rangers - November 7 (Home Game)

November 7, 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 #3 – Pontiacs vs. South Grenville Rangers. Warmup at 7:15 p.m. 

Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1554

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!

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