The Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board’s (ORRPB) latest river conditions forecast says while water levels are generally decreasing and are expected to stabilize across the
As a young lad, Mike Rusenstrom spent many an evening at the Shawville arena watching the older kids perfect their slapshots. “You were the little
The proponent of the nuclear waste disposal facility planned for Chalk River, Ont. has challenged a federal court ruling that it had not conducted sufficient
The Thorne Community Recreation Association had an earthy smell Saturday morning for the community’s second annual Seedy Saturday event, which brought together local gardeners to
The Shawville Curling Club welcomed back a long lost friend on Saturday. For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, curlers hit the ice for
Hockey players from both sides of the Ottawa Valley and as far as Montreal gathered in Shawville for the 26th annual Flying Elbows tournament, which
Shawville Valu-mart owner Jaime Montejo invited shoppers to the first event he’s hosted since taking over ownership last fall. The event was a part of
Fort Coulonge’s new women’s hockey team, the Pontiac Meteors, hosted its first all-women hockey tournament on Saturday, less than four months after Lisa Soucie first
The committee of volunteers responsible for running the Fort Coulonge arena has been hard at work over the winter to find creative ways to finance
The Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board’s (ORRPB) latest river conditions forecast says while water levels are generally decreasing and are expected to stabilize across the watershed over the next few days, spring runoff is expected to increase in the southern
As a young lad, Mike Rusenstrom spent many an evening at the Shawville arena watching the older kids perfect their slapshots. “You were the little kid watching the big kids, hoping you could be that good,” he said. Now that
The proponent of the nuclear waste disposal facility planned for Chalk River, Ont. has challenged a federal court ruling that it had not conducted sufficient consultations with Kebaowek First Nation regarding its plans for the facility, a decision which could
The Thorne Community Recreation Association had an earthy smell Saturday morning for the community’s second annual Seedy Saturday event, which brought together local gardeners to swap seeds and pick up new techniques. Christine Anderson, one of the event’s organizers, said
The Shawville Curling Club welcomed back a long lost friend on Saturday. For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, curlers hit the ice for a doubles bonspiel, organized by club members Jeff Russell and Justine Tanguay. Doubles is different
Hockey players from both sides of the Ottawa Valley and as far as Montreal gathered in Shawville for the 26th annual Flying Elbows tournament, which took place over four days and culminated Saturday night when the finals in the A
Shawville Valu-mart owner Jaime Montejo invited shoppers to the first event he’s hosted since taking over ownership last fall. The event was a part of a country-wide initiative by Loblaws to show its appreciation for Canadian customers. Montejo said that
Fort Coulonge’s new women’s hockey team, the Pontiac Meteors, hosted its first all-women hockey tournament on Saturday, less than four months after Lisa Soucie first began inviting Pontiac women to join her on the ice. Players from Gatineau to Chapeau
The committee of volunteers responsible for running the Fort Coulonge arena has been hard at work over the winter to find creative ways to finance high price-tag expenses that have come up in the past year, and this month, that
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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