Pontiacers stand together
September 25, 2018
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
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
This week, local radio station CHIP FM released a statement saying it had been under political pressure as a result of a story it published.
This week, local radio station CHIP FM released a statement saying it had been under political pressure as a result of a story it published.
Quick, what’s the one trope that Quebec politicians are guaranteed to trot out during any election? Of course, it’s minority language rights. As with any
Take a deep breath Shawville, you’ve earned it. With the closure of another successful Shawville Fair, congratulations are in order. First of all, the legions
As citizens in a country like Canada, we get to enjoy a number of perks: universal healthcare, reasonably affordable post-secondary education and, compared to our
It’s the most depressing time of year. Once the Shawville Fair is over, so is summer. It’s the time of year when the nights get
A regular refrain in this province is that business and property owners are burdened with unnecessary red tape. For a local example, look no further
Whenever there is an announcement in the Pontiac about a new business that will bring with it much needed jobs, it often falls on deaf
Credit needs to be given where it is due. It seems that the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de l’Outaouais (CISSSO) is
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
This week, local radio station CHIP FM released a statement saying it had been under political pressure as a result of a story it published. “CHIP has faced a lot of pressure from politicians recently that no media should ever
This week, local radio station CHIP FM released a statement saying it had been under political pressure as a result of a story it published. “CHIP has faced a lot of pressure from politicians recently that no media should ever
Quick, what’s the one trope that Quebec politicians are guaranteed to trot out during any election? Of course, it’s minority language rights. As with any election campaign, the debate over whether or not Quebec is French enough appears to be
Take a deep breath Shawville, you’ve earned it. With the closure of another successful Shawville Fair, congratulations are in order. First of all, the legions of volunteers who chipped in with their hard work and spare time deserve the lion’s
As citizens in a country like Canada, we get to enjoy a number of perks: universal healthcare, reasonably affordable post-secondary education and, compared to our southern neighbours, a far less toxic political climate. In exchange for these perks, we have
It’s the most depressing time of year. Once the Shawville Fair is over, so is summer. It’s the time of year when the nights get colder, the sun sets earlier and the TV is inundated with tired commercials showing exuberant
A regular refrain in this province is that business and property owners are burdened with unnecessary red tape. For a local example, look no further than those who own land in Gatineau Park. Municipality of Pontiac property owners whose land
Whenever there is an announcement in the Pontiac about a new business that will bring with it much needed jobs, it often falls on deaf ears. It’s no surprise given the amount of business prospects that have flamed out before
Credit needs to be given where it is due. It seems that the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de l’Outaouais (CISSSO) is finally listening to Pontiac residents. Last week, it was announced that former Mayor of Calumet
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.
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