The 2024 Shawville Fair officially kicked off on Thursday night with the opening ceremony and ribbon-cutting under the big circus tent. Fair president Ralph Lang
Paige Dubeau has spent countless hours in her Shawville driveway, with her hockey stick and a net, practicing her shot. She uses a large piece
An ecotourism business based in Thorne has received $99,325 from the federal government to expand their offerings. Chalets Prunella, which currently operates four a-frame luxury
The MRC Pontiac is looking into what would be involved in hosting a solar energy farm in the region, and at the Council of Mayors
The union representing the technologists has confirmed four of the six full-time workers at the Pontiac Hospital are still considering relocating for higher pay elsewhere.
Campbell’s Bay is set to enhance its community park with a new ballpark fence, funded by a $72,378 grant from the province’s education ministry. The
The Shawville Fair brings our community together every year – a time when neighbors, friends, and families gather to enjoy the festivities, celebrate our local
Five young candidates from the local farming community participated in the competition.
Nobody was harmed in the Monday night fire at the home of Reuben and Doug Hodgins. “They would have been dead if they didn’t have
“We came together with a common goal to preserve a much needed local service,” producers say.
The 2024 Shawville Fair officially kicked off on Thursday night with the opening ceremony and ribbon-cutting under the big circus tent. Fair president Ralph Lang thanked the around 30 volunteers with the Pontiac Agricultural Society who helped to organize this
Paige Dubeau has spent countless hours in her Shawville driveway, with her hockey stick and a net, practicing her shot. She uses a large piece of plastic on the ground to protect her stick from scratching over the pavement, and
An ecotourism business based in Thorne has received $99,325 from the federal government to expand their offerings. Chalets Prunella, which currently operates four a-frame luxury chalets on a secluded 75-acre property, received the funds through a new program announced at
The MRC Pontiac is looking into what would be involved in hosting a solar energy farm in the region, and at the Council of Mayors meeting on Aug. 21, the mayors approved for the MRC to sign a confidentiality agreement
The union representing the technologists has confirmed four of the six full-time workers at the Pontiac Hospital are still considering relocating for higher pay elsewhere.
Campbell’s Bay is set to enhance its community park with a new ballpark fence, funded by a $72,378 grant from the province’s education ministry. The grant is part of the Programme d’aide financière aux infrastructures récréatives, sportives et de plein
The Shawville Fair brings our community together every year – a time when neighbors, friends, and families gather to enjoy the festivities, celebrate our local culture, and create lasting memories. Whether you’re admiring the agricultural exhibits, enjoying the rides, or
Five young candidates from the local farming community participated in the competition.
Nobody was harmed in the Monday night fire at the home of Reuben and Doug Hodgins. “They would have been dead if they didn’t have a smoke alarm,” Chief Laframboise said.
“We came together with a common goal to preserve a much needed local service,” producers say.
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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