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Shawville: Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Foran and O’Reilly families on the loss of Loretta on Nov. 24 at the age of 88. She was the

Waltham: Helen Perry

Once again this year, the Waltham Recreation Association is having a Waltham Christmas Decorating Contest. Let us boost Waltham’s holiday spirit and light up the

Vinton: Diane Boisvert

So, this is my last week in Quebec. I’m staying at Sharon Crawford’s this week. She will be taking me to my cousin, Freda Dupuis’

Quyon: Jill Young

On Friday, the gang at Mountainview Turf celebrated another successful season with a Christmas gathering where several big milestones were recognized. Earl Kearns was honoured

Quyon – Jill Young

The Onslow Christmas Craft Sale was held on Saturday at the Quyon Community Centre and what a successful day it was. It was my first

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Happy 90th birthday to Allen Hill who celebrated on Nov. 16. Family and friends wish him well. Our deepest condolences to the Brownlee family on

Waltham – Helen Perry

Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Fleury family and their friends in the recent passing of Agnes “Katie” Fleury (nee Gleason.) She

Vinton – Diane Boisvert

I have only one week left in my house. Then I’ll be staying at Sharon’s until Dec. 3 then I am off to cousin Freda’s

Sheenboro – Doris Ranger

Election news in Sheenboro: Shamus Morris elected, Karen Shea re-elected, Dick Edwards re-elected and Rick Bradshaw re-elected and Warden Jane Toller was re-elected. Congratulations to

Quyon – Jill Young

On Sunday, the Quyon branch of the Royal Canadian Legion hosted their annual Remembrance Day service at the Cenotaph in Quyon. Prayers were offered by

Shawville: Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Foran and O’Reilly families on the loss of Loretta on Nov. 24 at the age of 88. She was the wife of the . . .

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Waltham: Helen Perry

Once again this year, the Waltham Recreation Association is having a Waltham Christmas Decorating Contest. Let us boost Waltham’s holiday spirit and light up the town. There are some wonderful . . .

Read More »

Vinton: Diane Boisvert

So, this is my last week in Quebec. I’m staying at Sharon Crawford’s this week. She will be taking me to my cousin, Freda Dupuis’ in Metcalfe, Ont. on Saturday. I will visit there until my flight on Dec. 6.

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Quyon: Jill Young

On Friday, the gang at Mountainview Turf celebrated another successful season with a Christmas gathering where several big milestones were recognized. Earl Kearns was honoured for 10 years of service, while Claire Mulligan was honoured for 20 years of service.

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Quyon – Jill Young

The Onslow Christmas Craft Sale was held on Saturday at the Quyon Community Centre and what a successful day it was. It was my first time taking part in the sale with my . . .

Read More »

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Happy 90th birthday to Allen Hill who celebrated on Nov. 16. Family and friends wish him well. Our deepest condolences to the Brownlee family on the loss of Rev. . . .

Read More »

Waltham – Helen Perry

Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Fleury family and their friends in the recent passing of Agnes “Katie” Fleury (nee Gleason.) She was the beloved wife of the late Wilbert Fleury. On Saturday, the Waltham Fire Department

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Vinton – Diane Boisvert

I have only one week left in my house. Then I’ll be staying at Sharon’s until Dec. 3 then I am off to cousin Freda’s to say goodbye and visit for a few days. On Dec. 6 is the flight

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Sheenboro – Doris Ranger

Election news in Sheenboro: Shamus Morris elected, Karen Shea re-elected, Dick Edwards re-elected and Rick Bradshaw re-elected and Warden Jane Toller was re-elected. Congratulations to the . . .

Read More »

Quyon – Jill Young

On Sunday, the Quyon branch of the Royal Canadian Legion hosted their annual Remembrance Day service at the Cenotaph in Quyon. Prayers were offered by . . .

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LOCAL EVENTS
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest

SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest

August 21, 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!

SADC Pontiac Ouest

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!

 

Details: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/pontiac-ouest-journee-communautaire-community-event-tickets-1384250754269

166th Cobden Fair

166th Cobden Fair

August 22, 2025 - August 24, 2025
9:30 am - 3:00 pm

Come help us celebrate our 166th Cobden Fair! This year’s fair is perfect for all ages! It will be the perfect family event. Join us on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 until Sunday, August 24th, 2025.

Enjoy Cope Amusements midway, livestock shows, food and craft vendors, scavenger hunt, bingo and non-stop entertainment all weekend long! Our infamous Demolition Derby and Beer Tent on Saturday night! Plus, Ry-J’s Rock Climbing Wall, MTK Racetrack Racing, Mini Golf, The Skills Ontario – Trades and Tech Truck and don’t forget to join us for dinner on Friday and Saturday night! And….so much more! And again this year we are offering Pay One Price! Buy your Advance Passes for $16 online or in person.

On Friday and Saturday, tickets at the gate will cost $20. On Sunday tickets at the gate will cost $16.

End your summer with Flair, come to the Cobden Fair!

artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening

artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening

August 23, 2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
All are welcome! Come and celebrate our youth with us at our grand reopening!

Yes, you heard us right: grand reopening! August 23, 2025 from 1-4p.m.

Fun activities await: silent auction, youth-focused art workshops, live entertainment, food, and much more.

Don’t miss the chance to meet us and join the celebration!
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park

Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park

August 23, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Come see the Pontiac Community Players perform “Twain’s at Mill Dam Park in Shawville! Weather dependent. If it rains the day of the show, we will cancel on our facebook page. Stay tuned folks!! Free admission for all, bring your own chair.  Saturday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.

Expo Shawville Fair 2025

Expo Shawville Fair 2025

August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025
All Day

The Valley’s Most Family Friendly Fair!

www.shawvillefair.ca

Quyon Community Day

Quyon Community Day

September 6, 2025
All Day

Quyon Community Day – Sept 6th!! FREE Entry!!

NEW this year… the Great Canadian Lumberjacks will put on 3 demonstrations (noon, 3 & 7 pm) and the DRONES are coming back…

Live local musicians will once again hit the stage and this year “Chicken Fried” will keep us all singing and dancing into the night!!!

The Quyon Lions are once again providing a Roast Beef dinner – info on how to purchase dinner tickets will be provided soon. 

And that’s not all….. the annual 3-pitch ball tournament starts Friday night and plenty of Children’s activities will be set up in the park!!!

See ya there!!!!

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