Internet as a public good
How important is high speed internet? If you’re the owner of a small business, odds are that you need access to high speed internet in
How important is high speed internet? If you’re the owner of a small business, odds are that you need access to high speed internet in
If Pontiac residents want to find out what’s going on at the MRC Pontiac, they won’t find much help at the MRC website. A quick
The MRC Pontiac’s social media page exploded with anger this week when photos were posted showing piles of garbage strewn about a section of the
There tends to be two prevailing opinions when it comes to the future of the Pontiac, one that’s jaded and one that’s rose-coloured. The jaded
A rule of thumb in politics is to never show weakness. It’s why we so often see politicians defending indefensible policies simply because it was
The countdown is on. Not only for Halloween or Christmas, but for the next federal election, now just under a year away. That’s not a
On Oct. 17, Canada will become a pioneer among developed nations and venture into uncharted territory. With the legalization of recreational cannabis, Canada will open
With the recent landslide win by the Coalition Avenir Quebec (CAQ) in the provincial election, it’s time for the party to clarify some of it’s
If there has been one municipal issue at the forefront of people’s minds in recent weeks, it’s the new Pontiac pool project. It’s been nearly
The Municipality of Pontiac just can’t seem to get a break when it comes to avoiding the wrath of Mother Nature. Not that long ago
How important is high speed internet? If you’re the owner of a small business, odds are that you need access to high speed internet in order to be competitive in a world addicted to online shopping. Last week, Canada’s Auditor
If Pontiac residents want to find out what’s going on at the MRC Pontiac, they won’t find much help at the MRC website. A quick look at the MRC Pontiac’s staff directory shows that the communications director position remains vacant.
The MRC Pontiac’s social media page exploded with anger this week when photos were posted showing piles of garbage strewn about a section of the Picanoc Road. The photos show everything from residential garbage to appliances to commercial waste. This
There tends to be two prevailing opinions when it comes to the future of the Pontiac, one that’s jaded and one that’s rose-coloured. The jaded folks look at the industries that have left the region and throw up their hands,
A rule of thumb in politics is to never show weakness. It’s why we so often see politicians defending indefensible policies simply because it was advanced by the higher-ups on their side. Their told to toe the party line lest
The countdown is on. Not only for Halloween or Christmas, but for the next federal election, now just under a year away. That’s not a subject that most want to give much thought, as campaign signs from the most recent
On Oct. 17, Canada will become a pioneer among developed nations and venture into uncharted territory. With the legalization of recreational cannabis, Canada will open up an industry that Statistics Canada estimates to be worth $5.7 billion annually. This could
With the recent landslide win by the Coalition Avenir Quebec (CAQ) in the provincial election, it’s time for the party to clarify some of it’s promises from the campaign. The Caquists made several wide-ranging promises to voters that targeted everything
If there has been one municipal issue at the forefront of people’s minds in recent weeks, it’s the new Pontiac pool project. It’s been nearly impossible to miss, with a petition declaring its necessity distributed all across the region. Warden
The Municipality of Pontiac just can’t seem to get a break when it comes to avoiding the wrath of Mother Nature. Not that long ago I was sitting down to write a similar editorial in the aftermath of the severe
PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025
REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE!
$60 per person (cocktails, dinner)
Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must.
E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com
Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455)
331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
Location: Otter Lake R.A. Association, 394 Tessier Street
Euchre tournament fundraiser for Otter Lake’s 150th Anniversary in 2026.
Pre-registration on now. $5 per person if pre-registered before the tournament. $8/pp at the door on the day of the tournament. You can send an e-transfer to pre-register to: otterlake150@outlook.com or contact Lory Beaudoin at: lorybeaudoin@gmail.com
The door opens at noon. Snacks and drinks for sale. The tournament starts at 1PM—prizes for the top 3 places; the lowest score and most lone hands. All skill levels welcome.
The Valley’s Most Family Friendly Fair!
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