
Local fantasy author’s new series set in Pontiac
Local author Kim McDougall’s newest book is set in the Pontiac, but it’s not exactly the Pontiac you might recognize. Sure, there are dépanneurs, chip

Local author Kim McDougall’s newest book is set in the Pontiac, but it’s not exactly the Pontiac you might recognize. Sure, there are dépanneurs, chip

A note from principal Cathy Nugent This year, we were fortunate to welcome an incredible new member to our school family– our secretary. From the

The second annual Poetry in the Pontiac event brought together a group of writers at Hursty’s Bar and Grill in Shawville on Apr. 23 for

A new report on waste production released by the MRC Pontiac’s environment committee at the Apr. 16 council of mayors meeting says the county has

On Tuesday, Apr. 15, THE EQUITY hosted a conversation with the five candidates hoping to secure Pontiac-Kitigan Zibi votes in Monday’s election. If you missed

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

New funding coming from the MRC Pontiac will help the abattoir bring in needed expertise. Meanwhile, the MRC says the AgriSaveur kitchen should be open

The St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Shawville was victim to an incident of vandalism over the weekend that resulted in a broken basement window, a

The Bryson Lions Club hosted its second annual Easter Sunday brunch over the weekend to raise money to cover the club’s expenses. The kitchen was

A friend of the homeowners is raising money to help them buy a trailer to use as a temporary home.

Local author Kim McDougall’s newest book is set in the Pontiac, but it’s not exactly the Pontiac you might recognize. Sure, there are dépanneurs, chip trucks, and that cozy small-town feel – but there’s also an evil fairy lurking deep

A note from principal Cathy Nugent This year, we were fortunate to welcome an incredible new member to our school family– our secretary. From the very first day, she has become an essential part of our team, supporting students, teachers,

The second annual Poetry in the Pontiac event brought together a group of writers at Hursty’s Bar and Grill in Shawville on Apr. 23 for an evening of poetry reading. Organizer Jennifer Mulligan said about 10 people attended the event,

A new report on waste production released by the MRC Pontiac’s environment committee at the Apr. 16 council of mayors meeting says the county has seen a decrease in total waste produced alongside an increase in recycling over the past

On Tuesday, Apr. 15, THE EQUITY hosted a conversation with the five candidates hoping to secure Pontiac-Kitigan Zibi votes in Monday’s election. If you missed the event, you can catch up on the highlights or watch the full conversation here.

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

New funding coming from the MRC Pontiac will help the abattoir bring in needed expertise. Meanwhile, the MRC says the AgriSaveur kitchen should be open early this summer.

The St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Shawville was victim to an incident of vandalism over the weekend that resulted in a broken basement window, a missing security camera, and some cryptic words carved into its front door. Church caretaker Derek

The Bryson Lions Club hosted its second annual Easter Sunday brunch over the weekend to raise money to cover the club’s expenses. The kitchen was full of steaming containers of bacon, sausages, eggs, beans and potatoes, and club member Bill

A friend of the homeowners is raising money to help them buy a trailer to use as a temporary home.
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 #3 – Pontiacs vs. South Grenville Rangers. Warmup at 7:15 p.m.
Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1554

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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