Warm, dry spring brings bushfires to Bristol, Pontiac
April 9, 2024
by Guillaume Laflamme Pontiac Apr. 8, 2024 Firefighters in the municipalities of Bristol and Pontiac responded to a seasonally high number of bushfires in the
by Guillaume Laflamme Pontiac Apr. 8, 2024 Firefighters in the municipalities of Bristol and Pontiac responded to a seasonally high number of bushfires in the
by Guillaume Laflamme Ladysmith Apr. 6, 2024 Green-thumbed Pontiacers flocked to the Thorne Community Recreation Association in Ladysmith on Saturday to pick up tips and
by Charles Dickson Shawville Apr. 3, 2024 An estimated 150 people attended a meeting in Shawville last Wednesday evening for a presentation by MRC Pontiac
by Sophie Kuijper Dickson Pontiac Apr. 8, 2024 Bristol council voted unanimously to retract its previous support for the waste incinerator project being proposed by
by Sophie Kuijper Dickson Pontiac Apr. 2, 2024 The Municipality of Bristol will pay for a new set of docks to be installed at the
by Sophie Kuijper Dickson Ottawa Mar. 27, 2024 In the early 1900s, James Lusk made a discovery on his farm in what is now Luskville
by Guillaume Laflamme Campbell’s Bay Mar. 30, 2024 Five hundred colourful rubber ducks drifted down a small stream in Campbell’s Bay on Saturday afternoon as
by Sophie Kuijper Dickson Luskville Apr. 1, 2024 Luskville’s Venturing Hills Farm, known foremost as an equestrian facility but also for its annual classical music
by Guillaume Laflamme Pontiac Apr. 8, 2024 Firefighters in the municipalities of Bristol and Pontiac responded to a seasonally high number of bushfires in the last week of March and first few days of April, attributable to the unusually warm
by Guillaume Laflamme Ladysmith Apr. 6, 2024 Green-thumbed Pontiacers flocked to the Thorne Community Recreation Association in Ladysmith on Saturday to pick up tips and tricks of the gardening trade and swap home-grown plant seeds with their neighbours. The day’s
by Charles Dickson Shawville Apr. 3, 2024 An estimated 150 people attended a meeting in Shawville last Wednesday evening for a presentation by MRC Pontiac of the initial business plan for the proposed garbage incinerator project. The meeting, held in
by Sophie Kuijper Dickson Pontiac Apr. 8, 2024 Bristol council voted unanimously to retract its previous support for the waste incinerator project being proposed by the MRC Pontiac at its council meeting on Apr. 2. The decision was met by
by Sophie Kuijper Dickson Pontiac Apr. 2, 2024 The Municipality of Bristol will pay for a new set of docks to be installed at the Norway Bay beach this year to make deep-water swimming possible despite the indefinite closure of
by Sophie Kuijper Dickson Ottawa Mar. 27, 2024 In the early 1900s, James Lusk made a discovery on his farm in what is now Luskville that would complicate the story told about the history of the Ottawa Valley. Lusk found
by Guillaume Laflamme Campbell’s Bay Mar. 30, 2024 Five hundred colourful rubber ducks drifted down a small stream in Campbell’s Bay on Saturday afternoon as invested onlookers cheered for the plastic bath toy they had paid to enter in the
by Sophie Kuijper Dickson Luskville Apr. 1, 2024 Luskville’s Venturing Hills Farm, known foremost as an equestrian facility but also for its annual classical music festival and its yoga retreats, will add a new activity to the roster of adventures
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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.
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
Where: Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang
When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)
Regular Season Home Game #4 – Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen – Minor Hockey Night. Warmup at 7:15 p.m.
Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1555
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