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May 14, 2025

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Quyon – Jillian Young

I hope all of the mothers and mothering figures out there enjoyed a beautiful Mother’s Day this past weekend. The weather was gorgeous, and we

Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that every Mom enjoyed Mother’s Day. I had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend. On Friday, we drove to Casselman to visit my

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Mill Dam Park has now reopened. The weather has been beautiful for outdoor activities. The Mens Night sponsored by the Pontiac Agricultural Society to raise

Quyon – Jillian Young

On Saturday, May 3, the Quyon Community Centre was filled with family and friends gathered to celebrate the life of my fabulous aunt, Mona MacKechnie.

Waltham – Helen Perry

Little Lenix Soucie, daughter of Kayla and Nick Soucie, celebrated her 5th birthday on May 6. We sure hope that you had a fun day

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Gravelle family on tbe loss of Shirley Ann on Wednesday, April 30, at the age of 68. The water boil

Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Colleen McKenny and Stephane Pare on the arrival of their baby girl Maeve, born in March. She is a baby sister for Blaire.

Waltham – Helen Perry

Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Winston and Joan Cole, family and friends of Sault Ste. Marie, in the recent passing of their

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

There is a precautionary boil water advisory for those living on Lake Street between Dufferin and Lang, on Lang between Lake and Clarendon Street as

Quyon – Jillian Young

I hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful Easter with their families. We started our Easter Sunday with a beautiful service at Wesley United Church, and there

Quyon – Jillian Young

I hope all of the mothers and mothering figures out there enjoyed a beautiful Mother’s Day this past weekend. The weather was gorgeous, and we had a great time celebrating my mom and my sister with dinner at my place

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Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that every Mom enjoyed Mother’s Day. I had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend. On Friday, we drove to Casselman to visit my sister Susan, husband Brent and nephew Jesse Pilon. Then we drove to Cornwall and had

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Mill Dam Park has now reopened. The weather has been beautiful for outdoor activities. The Mens Night sponsored by the Pontiac Agricultural Society to raise funds for the Shawville Arena was very successful on Friday night. Congratulations to all the

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Quyon – Jillian Young

On Saturday, May 3, the Quyon Community Centre was filled with family and friends gathered to celebrate the life of my fabulous aunt, Mona MacKechnie. Her daughter Donna and granddaughter Kayla did an incredible job sharing with everyone all of

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Little Lenix Soucie, daughter of Kayla and Nick Soucie, celebrated her 5th birthday on May 6. We sure hope that you had a fun day full of surprises. Birthday wishes and love are extended to Hazel Chassie who is celebrating

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Gravelle family on tbe loss of Shirley Ann on Wednesday, April 30, at the age of 68. The water boil advisory for the Young subdivision has been lifted. Congratulations to the PAS for a successful

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Quyon – Jillian Young

Congratulations to Colleen McKenny and Stephane Pare on the arrival of their baby girl Maeve, born in March. She is a baby sister for Blaire. Wishing the family all the best with their sweet little girl. Best wishes are extended

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Winston and Joan Cole, family and friends of Sault Ste. Marie, in the recent passing of their dearly loved son Brian. Brian is the nephew of Glenda and Darwin Cole of Waltham.

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

There is a precautionary boil water advisory for those living on Lake Street between Dufferin and Lang, on Lang between Lake and Clarendon Street as well as all of Calumet Street East, Thomson, Young, Douglas, Armstrong, Janet, Emmerson-Cotie and GoldenSpring.

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Quyon – Jillian Young

I hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful Easter with their families. We started our Easter Sunday with a beautiful service at Wesley United Church, and there was a great crowd out to celebrate. It was so lovely to see such a

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LOCAL EVENTS
24 May

This Valley I Call Home

May 24, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This Valley I Call Home

On Saturday, May 24, at 2pm, the Bromley Historical Society kicks off its 2025 season with an afternoon of song and history, featuring well know local musician and writer, Gillan Rutz. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. His music celebrates his strong connection and love of the Ottawa Valley and the Pontiac.

The Marigolds Live at Little Red Wagon Winery

The Marigolds Live at Little Red Wagon Winery

May 24, 2025
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

The Little Red Wagon require reservations for both the show and dinner. Dinner before the show will start at 6pm, please arrive a bit before to get everyone seated & with drinks.

Ticket link: https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets/the-marigolds-suzie-vinnick-caitlin-hanford-gwen-swick-may-24-730

28 Jun

Festival de la Culbute Festival

June 28, 2025
All Day

A celebration of the 150th anniversary of the construction of the Culbute Locks, an industrial marvel in its day and an important part of our local heritage.
A day filled with celebration;
– The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show
– Music and dancing
– Food and drink
– and much more!
We acknowledge the support of the Government of Canada

28 Jun

PPHS Reunion

June 28, 2025
All Day

PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025
REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE!
$60 per person (cocktails, dinner)
Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must.
E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com
Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455)
331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6

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