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April 2, 2026

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Sweet dreams at the fair

Those looking for an alternative to traditional fair fare will have a sweet new option this year. On Friday, Sept. 1 at 7 p.m., Ashley

4H-ers prepare for the fair

Many local children look forward to the Shawville Fair as a time to relax, hit the rides and see the sights. But for those in

Q & A: Will Amos by Chris Lowrey

THE EQUITY caught up with Pontiac MP Will Amos to ask him a few questions about his experiences at the Shawville Fair: THE EQUITY: What

Q & A: Will Amos by Chris Lowrey

THE EQUITY caught up with Pontiac MP Will Amos to ask him a few questions about his experiences at the Shawville Fair: THE EQUITY: What

Sweet dreams at the fair

Those looking for an alternative to traditional fair fare will have a sweet new option this year. On Friday, Sept. 1 at 7 p.m., Ashley LaSalle will be giving a live demonstration on decorating confections with fondant. “It’s kind of

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4H-ers prepare for the fair

Many local children look forward to the Shawville Fair as a time to relax, hit the rides and see the sights. But for those in the Shawville 4H program, it’s a time to compete and show off livestock that they’ve

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Q & A: André Fortin by Chris Lowrey

THE EQUITY: What are your plans for this year’s fair? André Fortin: “The opening ceremony is always a must. They do a good job of highlighting the efforts of the volunteers… This is a community event put on by the

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Q & A: Will Amos by Chris Lowrey

THE EQUITY caught up with Pontiac MP Will Amos to ask him a few questions about his experiences at the Shawville Fair: THE EQUITY: What are your plans for this year’s fair? Amos: “We’ll be manning the booth for the

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Q & A: Will Amos by Chris Lowrey

THE EQUITY caught up with Pontiac MP Will Amos to ask him a few questions about his experiences at the Shawville Fair: THE EQUITY: What are your plans for this year’s fair? Amos: “We’ll be manning the booth for the

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Q & A: Mayor Sandra Murray by Chris Lowrey

THE EQUITY caught up with Shawville Mayor Sandra Murray in advance of this year’s edition. Here’s what she had to say: THE EQUITY: What are your plans for this year’s fair? Sandra Murray: “I’ll be there every day. I’ll be

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Country crooner Dean Brody coming by Chris Lowrey

Chris Lowrey Canadian country music artist Dean Brody will bring his brand of down-home music to centre stage at the Shawville Fair on Sunday night. The country crooner is touring in support of his sixth studio album Beautiful Freakshow. Brody’s

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Cold Creek County set to rock the fairgrounds

Local country music fans can expect no downtime from great live performances this year – even in between the sets of Dean Brody and April Wine. That’s because the Brighton and area country band Cold Creek County (CCC) will be

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