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Quyon: Jill Young (Oct. 20)

The Quyon Lionettes hosted the return of their popular car rally event on Saturday after missing last year due to COVID-19. It was a fantastic

The Way We Were (Oct. 13)

Oct. 16, 1996  25 Years Ago Producers fight new marketing system: The presence of two security guards at last week’s wood producers information meeting in

Quyon: Jill Young (Oct. 13)

Our deepest sympathies to the family of Urban Curley who passed away peacefully, at home in Quyon, on Oct. 8 in his 100th year. I

Vinton: Diane Boisvert (Oct. 13)

Happy belated birthday wishes go out to Beverly Lepack and Kyle Bertrand on Oct. 6, to Helen Desjardins on Oct. 7, to Maggie Crawford on

Waltham: Helen Perry (Oct. 13)

Thanksgiving weekend. On Saturday afternoon,  we drove down to the Little Red Wagon Winery and enjoyed a charcuterie board and some tasty wine. It was

Shawville: Lyse Lacourse (Oct. 13)

Happy 40th birthday to Melanie Murphy.  Happy belated birthday to Erin Barber, Louise Gregory, Gina Gregory and Linda Rooney who all celebrated their birthday on

Sheenboro: Doris Ranger (Oct. 13)

Belated birthday greetings go out to Rosemary Tallon Trottier and to Judy Darcy Carroll who celebrated birthdays last week.

Tolerant and accommodating

Before England allowed British North America, later to be called Canada, to draw up its constitution, Lord Durham was charged with analyzing the problems of

Quyon: Jill Young (Oct. 20)

The Quyon Lionettes hosted the return of their popular car rally event on Saturday after missing last year due to COVID-19. It was a fantastic day despite rainy and dreary weather. The big winners were Meghan Foran, Heather Smith, Amanda

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The Way We Were (Oct. 13)

Oct. 16, 1996  25 Years Ago Producers fight new marketing system: The presence of two security guards at last week’s wood producers information meeting in Shawville was evidence of the tension among woodlot owners. But compared to other meetings in

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Quyon: Jill Young (Oct. 13)

Our deepest sympathies to the family of Urban Curley who passed away peacefully, at home in Quyon, on Oct. 8 in his 100th year. I understand that the day before he passed away he was out in the field at

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Vinton: Diane Boisvert (Oct. 13)

Happy belated birthday wishes go out to Beverly Lepack and Kyle Bertrand on Oct. 6, to Helen Desjardins on Oct. 7, to Maggie Crawford on Oct. 8, to Beverly Stewart on Oct. 9, to Mildred Desjardins on Oct. 11, to

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Waltham: Helen Perry (Oct. 13)

Thanksgiving weekend. On Saturday afternoon,  we drove down to the Little Red Wagon Winery and enjoyed a charcuterie board and some tasty wine. It was our first time there and we loved it. The ambiance is beautiful.  On Sunday morning

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Tolerant and accommodating

Before England allowed British North America, later to be called Canada, to draw up its constitution, Lord Durham was charged with analyzing the problems of British North America and suggesting solutions to improve it. One recommendation was to make one

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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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