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June 18, 2025

Social Notes

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

Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that everyone had a wonderful Easter weekend with their family and friends. Mike, Jodi, Alex, Mikaela and Ben were here this past

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our thoughts and prayers to the Beaudoin and Proulx families on the loss of Nicole on Apr. 13, at the age of 67. Our deepest

Quyon – Jillian Young

I very much enjoyed opening night of Pontiac High School’s production of Grease last Wednesday evening. What a show! It was absolutely fantastic. I know

Waltham – Helen Perry

We were saddened to hear of the passing of longtime Waltham resident Michael George LeRoy. He was the beloved husband of Fay (nee Perry) LeRoy.

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Congratulations to the Shawville-Clarendon Firemen on a successful Firemen’s Ball held this past Saturday.Bravo to Pontiac High School who performed five sold-out shows of the

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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Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that everyone had a wonderful Easter weekend with their family and friends. Mike, Jodi, Alex, Mikaela and Ben were here this past Easter weekend. On Sunday morning we attended mass and afterwards we enjoyed a tasty maple

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our thoughts and prayers to the Beaudoin and Proulx families on the loss of Nicole on Apr. 13, at the age of 67. Our deepest condolences to the Boucher family on the loss of Michel (Mike) on Apr. 15. He

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Quyon – Jillian Young

I very much enjoyed opening night of Pontiac High School’s production of Grease last Wednesday evening. What a show! It was absolutely fantastic. I know it was a hot ticket, with five sold-out performances throughout the week. Congratulations to the

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Waltham – Helen Perry

We were saddened to hear of the passing of longtime Waltham resident Michael George LeRoy. He was the beloved husband of Fay (nee Perry) LeRoy. Mike used to be a musician. His happy place was spending time at his cabin

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Congratulations to the Shawville-Clarendon Firemen on a successful Firemen’s Ball held this past Saturday.Bravo to Pontiac High School who performed five sold-out shows of the well-known musical Grease. Our deepest condolences to the LeRoy family on the loss of Michael

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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

Music Trivia Nite

Music Trivia Nite

June 28, 2025
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Come enjoy an evening of fun! Test your knowledge of Music Trivia! Prizes, and some competition!
Bar, snacks will be available. All money raised will go towards a chair lift for the Town Hall.

Gardening Workshops

Gardening Workshops

July 5, 2025 - July 19, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
We at the Parents’ Voice Shawville Area are excited to offer these two workshops! July 5 & July 19 from 11:00-12:00.
Have partnered with Pure Conscience to offer two 1 hour planting workshops for parents and children.
The workshop will include the following activities:
  1. How to read seed labels
  2. Knowing what and when to plant
  3. Getting your hands dirty with planting!
  4. Planning your garden
  5. Some gardening tips and tricks
  6. Trimming plants
  7. Fall garden planning
Please complete this form to reserve your spot. Payment will be made closer to the date if we get the minimum number of participants. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/DEuHomtBka5Dkw8v7
Cost: $20 per participant (parent and 1 child)
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree

12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree

July 17, 2025 - July 20, 2025
6:00 pm

A Weekend of Amazing Country Music and Fun!

02 Aug

PPHS Reunion

August 2, 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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