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June 18, 2026

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Summer in the seventies

The Pontiac has never shied away from a good summer shindig, and this collection of photos from the late ‘70s is evidence. In 1978, for

Fortin secures fourth QLP nomination

Pontiac MNA André Fortin was joined by Quebec Liberal Party leader Charles Milliard at Onslow Elementary School in Quyon on Saturday for Fortin’s official nomination

Otter Lake councillor resigns after six months

Gerry Bimm has stepped down from his position as municipal councillor in Otter Lake, leaving the municipality’s seat two vacant.  Bimm submitted his resignation letter to the municipality on Apr. 29, and it was received by council at its May

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Summer in the seventies

The Pontiac has never shied away from a good summer shindig, and this collection of photos from the late ‘70s is evidence. In 1978, for example, the Shawville Canada Day parade had over 100 entries. These photos were pulled from

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THE EQUITY’s guide to getting outside

THE EQUITY’s newsroom has compiled a list of some of the most beautiful and accessible places to get out for a swim, hike or to camp overnight without having to leave the county. Though this list is not comprehensive, we

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Thorne votes down first responder petition 

Thorne council declined to act on a resident’s petition to restore first responder services after her family waited 45 minutes for an ambulance while their 17-month-old son suffered a seizure in April. On Apr. 18, Thorne resident Bayley Lemay’s 17-month-old

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Fortin secures fourth QLP nomination

Pontiac MNA André Fortin was joined by Quebec Liberal Party leader Charles Milliard at Onslow Elementary School in Quyon on Saturday for Fortin’s official nomination as the party’s candidate in the upcoming provincial election.

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