Police not charged in woman’s death
Quebec’s police watchdog has announced the province’s Director of Criminal and Penal Prosecutions (DPCP) has decided not to file charges against Sûreté du Québec (SQ)
Quebec’s police watchdog has announced the province’s Director of Criminal and Penal Prosecutions (DPCP) has decided not to file charges against Sûreté du Québec (SQ)

Volunteers have been hard at work over the past few months preparing a space in Thorne’s community centre to be used as a municipal library.

Mayor says Thorne will gets its own first responders, and until then, the ambulances will be first on the scene.

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

Three Pontiac municipalities are taking matters into their own hands when it comes to managing their organic waste.

As the two countries work towards a new trade deal, here’s what you need to know about why this system is such a sticking point

Quyon’s annual truck and tractor pull returned to the town’s old fairgrounds over the weekend, kicking up clouds of dust through which dedicated spectators ooh-ed

The Parc Leslie annual fishing derby took over Leslie Lake on Saturday and saw 21 fish caught by the 46 participants. New this year was

The communities of Norway Bay and Sand Bay, only a few coves apart from each other on the Ottawa River, each held their own garage

The founder of PHS’s “apartment” class helped generations of students understand “it’s okay to be different.”
Quebec’s police watchdog has announced the province’s Director of Criminal and Penal Prosecutions (DPCP) has decided not to file charges against Sûreté du Québec (SQ) officers in connection with a Mar. 2024 incident in which a woman fell unconscious while

Volunteers have been hard at work over the past few months preparing a space in Thorne’s community centre to be used as a municipal library. Thorne ratepayers had access to the Shawville-Clarendon Library until earlier this year, when council voted

Mayor says Thorne will gets its own first responders, and until then, the ambulances will be first on the scene.

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. Our

Three Pontiac municipalities are taking matters into their own hands when it comes to managing their organic waste.

As the two countries work towards a new trade deal, here’s what you need to know about why this system is such a sticking point for Trump, and what might be at stake for Canadian dairy farmers.

Quyon’s annual truck and tractor pull returned to the town’s old fairgrounds over the weekend, kicking up clouds of dust through which dedicated spectators ooh-ed and aah-ed as contenders made their runs at dragging large weights through the dirt. Jennifer

The Parc Leslie annual fishing derby took over Leslie Lake on Saturday and saw 21 fish caught by the 46 participants. New this year was the introduction of an adult division. While the tournament has traditionally been reserved for children,

The communities of Norway Bay and Sand Bay, only a few coves apart from each other on the Ottawa River, each held their own garage sale events on Saturday, drawing many a bargain hunter to browse the tables on tables

The founder of PHS’s “apartment” class helped generations of students understand “it’s okay to be different.”
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.
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!
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