


The Quyon Flyers were due to play one of their final home games in Greater Ottawa Fastball League (GOFL) regular-season play against West Carleton Electric

It’s a grey Thursday at Shawville’s Elwood Dale field as the Quyon Flyers take the field for their weekly men’s league game. It’s the first

With just over three months left before the end of her second term as MRC Pontiac’s first elected warden, Jane Toller has announced she will

With just over three months left before the end of her second term as Pontiac’s first elected warden, Jane Toller has announced she will not

As part of an ongoing series, we are publishing one recipe every week from Pontiac County Recipes, a small book that is home to a

A survey conducted in July on three Thorne lakes has found them to be clear of the invasive Eurasian milfoil plant that has been found

Outaouais doctors and healthcare advocates are concerned a provincial bill tabled in May, if adopted as law, will decrease the already low number of available

These three incredible women were all born at Starks Corner and began their educational journey together 85 years ago at the little two-room schoolhouse in

There was more than one reason to go out for ice cream over the weekend. Yes, it was National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, but


The Quyon Flyers were due to play one of their final home games in Greater Ottawa Fastball League (GOFL) regular-season play against West Carleton Electric in Shawville on Thursday evening, but the start of the game was delayed due to

It’s a grey Thursday at Shawville’s Elwood Dale field as the Quyon Flyers take the field for their weekly men’s league game. It’s the first inning, and Hunter Beauregard steps up to the plate, just like he always does. He

With just over three months left before the end of her second term as MRC Pontiac’s first elected warden, Jane Toller has announced she will not be running for a third term in the upcoming municipal election. She shared the

With just over three months left before the end of her second term as Pontiac’s first elected warden, Jane Toller has announced she will not be running for a third term in the upcoming municipal election.

As part of an ongoing series, we are publishing one recipe every week from Pontiac County Recipes, a small book that is home to a collection of kitchen secrets from across the region, published by Pontiac Printshop in 1968. Getting

A survey conducted in July on three Thorne lakes has found them to be clear of the invasive Eurasian milfoil plant that has been found in some waterways of neighbouring Otter Lake. The Thorne Lake Home Owners’ Association (TLHOA) hosted

Outaouais doctors and healthcare advocates are concerned a provincial bill tabled in May, if adopted as law, will decrease the already low number of available family doctors in this region. Bill 106 states its purpose is to improve access to

These three incredible women were all born at Starks Corner and began their educational journey together 85 years ago at the little two-room schoolhouse in their hometown. Recently, Jean traveled from Bon Accord, Alta. to visit family and reconnect with

There was more than one reason to go out for ice cream over the weekend. Yes, it was National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, but three Pontiac businesses were among the dozen or so across the Ottawa Valley that donated
 
            
            
        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
 
            
            
         
            
            
        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

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.
 
            
            
        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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