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October 29, 2025

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Waltham: Helen Perry

Last Thursday, the Birthday Club met at the Waltham Station. The birthday girls this month were Ella Bayne, Connie Ethier and Shirley Morin. Everyone enjoyed

Quyon: Jill Young

This past Sunday, the Quyon Pastoral Charge held their annual Harvest Draw with the big winners being revealed during the online church service on Facebook.

Shawville: Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Brownlee and MacLean families on the loss of Wilma on Oct. 16.  Wilma was the wife of Richard. She was

Waltham: Helen Perry

Warm birthday wishes are extended to Shirley Morin who is celebrating her birthday on Oct. 31. We hope that you enjoy your special day as

Vinton: Diane Boisvert

Attention to everyone who uses the Litchfield sanitation services. The hours will change as of Nov. 1. The hours now are from 9 a.m. to

Shawville: Lysa Lacourse

Happy belated 90th birthday to Joseph (Jerry) Picard who celebrated on Oct. 8. A family gathering was held outside safely and a good time was

Sheenboro: Doris Ranger

Our belated sympathies to the following families on the passing of loved ones, our thoughts and prayers are with you. To the Gagnon and Chaput

Waltham: Helen Perry

Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Fr. Tim Moyle and his family in the recent passing of his dear Aunt Ann Aubin Yeo.

Shawville: Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the McCallum and Wright families on the loss of Elizabeth Kate on Oct. 9. She was . . .

Quyon: Jill Young

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving weekend, even though it was very different this year. It was so warm and balmy on Saturday and

Waltham: Helen Perry

Last Thursday, the Birthday Club met at the Waltham Station. The birthday girls this month were Ella Bayne, Connie Ethier and Shirley Morin. Everyone enjoyed socializing, taking . . .

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Quyon: Jill Young

This past Sunday, the Quyon Pastoral Charge held their annual Harvest Draw with the big winners being revealed during the online church service on Facebook. Congratulations to Anita Draper who won the beautiful afghan made and donated by . .

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Shawville: Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Brownlee and MacLean families on the loss of Wilma on Oct. 16.  Wilma was the wife of Richard. She was the mother of Kimba MacLean and grandmother of Mariah.  Our thoughts and prayers for the

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Waltham: Helen Perry

Warm birthday wishes are extended to Shirley Morin who is celebrating her birthday on Oct. 31. We hope that you enjoy your special day as well as visits from the trick or treaters. Little Jack Bechamp of . . .

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Vinton: Diane Boisvert

Attention to everyone who uses the Litchfield sanitation services. The hours will change as of Nov. 1. The hours now are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. but they will change to 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 1.

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Shawville: Lysa Lacourse

Happy belated 90th birthday to Joseph (Jerry) Picard who celebrated on Oct. 8. A family gathering was held outside safely and a good time was held by all.  Our deepest condolences to . . .

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Sheenboro: Doris Ranger

Our belated sympathies to the following families on the passing of loved ones, our thoughts and prayers are with you. To the Gagnon and Chaput families on the passing of Thérèse Gagnon (Howard) of Chichester, Que. She passed away at

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Waltham: Helen Perry

Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Fr. Tim Moyle and his family in the recent passing of his dear Aunt Ann Aubin Yeo. Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with . . .

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Quyon: Jill Young

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving weekend, even though it was very different this year. It was so warm and balmy on Saturday and then glorious sunshine on Sunday. Despite it being a difficult year as this pandemic hangs

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LOCAL EVENTS
Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

October 31, 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

Holiday Farm Hop

Holiday Farm Hop

November 1, 2025 - November 2, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come join us for the next Farm Hop which will be on November 1st and 2nd, 2025 from 10am to 3pm in the Chemin Cregheur area of Luskville, Quebec. This is a FREE event.

The Farm Hop was born out of a desire to share our farms and sustainable practices with our local community. The first of its kind in the area, we are hoping it will be embraced and loved for providing original, quality handmade wares and art, and further peoples knowledge on wellness and sustainability. I hope you can make it out support your local community!

Five farms and a vineyard will be participating and each farm has animals to see and will have their wares on offer as well as hosting other artisans (The artisans will be posted under each host). There are also Gatineau Park trails along Cregheur for some great hiking.

More info can be found at www.luskville.farm-hop.com.
NOTE: Please do not bring your dog(s) onto any of the farm properties.
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

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.

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