Ladysmith Lillian Pasch 819-647-5304
The new date for my hip surgery is Oct. 6. Hopefully this time they won’t cancel. It seems like a long time to wait when
The new date for my hip surgery is Oct. 6. Hopefully this time they won’t cancel. It seems like a long time to wait when
The men’s Quyon Flyers’ season came to a close last week, as they lost their best-of-3 playoff series to the Ottawa Valley A’s. The Valley
Our sympathy to the family and friends of Carmen Wickens who passed away last week at the age of 88. Our sympathy also to the
Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Lariviere family of Chapeau in the recent passing of their father Wilfred Lariviere. On Saturday, our
Last week, I was away with my husband Robert, my daughter Marie-Michelle and my granddaughter Sophie Senack in Larder Lake, Ont. Peter Michael Senack and
I trust everyone had a wonderful Labour Day weekend. Many of us spent time at the Shawville Fair, despite some cold nights and rain on
Well, Mother Nature had her way again and we lost out. She is the boss. At least we had Saturday. I hope it didn’t dampen
Our condolences to the Lariviere family of Allumette Island on the passing of Wilfrid Lariviere. He was in his 94th year and had just moved
Well, Shawville Fair is over for another year. I wanted to go but having gall bladder surgery recently I was in no shape to wander
Congratulations to the winners of the Duck Race fundraiser put on by the Lions Club of Chapeau and part of the Festival au Style on
The new date for my hip surgery is Oct. 6. Hopefully this time they won’t cancel. It seems like a long time to wait when you are in pain. This past weekend Hurrican Irma hit Florida with a vengeance leaving
The men’s Quyon Flyers’ season came to a close last week, as they lost their best-of-3 playoff series to the Ottawa Valley A’s. The Valley A’s took the first game on Aug. 31 winning 4-2 in Quyon but the Flyers
Our sympathy to the family and friends of Carmen Wickens who passed away last week at the age of 88. Our sympathy also to the family and friends of Clara Lavigne who passed away last week. The Shawville Fair is
Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Lariviere family of Chapeau in the recent passing of their father Wilfred Lariviere. On Saturday, our family celebrated my sister Joyce and husband Jim’s 50th wedding anniversary.
Last week, I was away with my husband Robert, my daughter Marie-Michelle and my granddaughter Sophie Senack in Larder Lake, Ont. Peter Michael Senack and his brother Jesse were wonderful hosts and introduced us to the Muddy Moose Restaurant in
I trust everyone had a wonderful Labour Day weekend. Many of us spent time at the Shawville Fair, despite some cold nights and rain on Sunday and Monday. It was, once again a terrific fair weekend with great music, great
Well, Mother Nature had her way again and we lost out. She is the boss. At least we had Saturday. I hope it didn’t dampen things too badly at Shawville Fair. For those of you who are not on social
Our condolences to the Lariviere family of Allumette Island on the passing of Wilfrid Lariviere. He was in his 94th year and had just moved to the Manoir in Fort Coulonge in May of this year. He was a councillor
Well, Shawville Fair is over for another year. I wanted to go but having gall bladder surgery recently I was in no shape to wander the fair grounds. Never go into an operation thinking it will be nothing. I thought
Congratulations to the winners of the Duck Race fundraiser put on by the Lions Club of Chapeau and part of the Festival au Style on Saturday. The lucky winners were: Cloe King – $1,000; Jason King – $700; Travis Keon
 
            
            
        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
 
            
            
         
            
            
        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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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.
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