That’s the way it is
December 10, 2024
We hear from some of our readers that they want to read nice stories and happy news. Fair enough.It’s a time year of when we
We hear from some of our readers that they want to read nice stories and happy news. Fair enough.It’s a time year of when we
Pontiac is largely a forest. So, you might think that of all the industries that could thrive here, forestry would be at the top of
When Grace Early set off on the backroads of Alleyn and Cawood last Thursday, her plan was to rendez-vous with her husband, David Early, who
A local institution is closing shop. The Quyon Lionettes, a community service group founded just over four decades ago, has decided to disband.It’s a natural
A week after the Trump victory, there is much discussion in progressive circles as to what went wrong with the Democratic Party’s campaign. At the
A public forum to raise awareness of the health threat posed by radon, planned for this Saturday in Campbell’s Bay, sounds well worth checking out.
There is a need in the Pontiac for a solution to our collective waste management challenge. Together, we produce about 5,000 tons of household waste
There was a day when what was known as Highway 8 ran through the middle of towns all the way up the Pontiac, forming the
On the anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, in the midst of an escalation of provocations and retaliations that has for a year been
In contemplating the meaning of this year’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we offer two excerpts from Monday’s edition of CBC Radio’s The Current,
We hear from some of our readers that they want to read nice stories and happy news. Fair enough.It’s a time year of when we all need to lighten up. We’ve made it through the trials and tribulations of a
Pontiac is largely a forest. So, you might think that of all the industries that could thrive here, forestry would be at the top of the list. Which is why news of the imminent closure of the sawmill in Rapides
When Grace Early set off on the backroads of Alleyn and Cawood last Thursday, her plan was to rendez-vous with her husband, David Early, who was returning home after doing some road work. But things went sideways, literally, when her
A local institution is closing shop. The Quyon Lionettes, a community service group founded just over four decades ago, has decided to disband.It’s a natural phenomenon as the members, some of whom have been involved through much of the group’s
A week after the Trump victory, there is much discussion in progressive circles as to what went wrong with the Democratic Party’s campaign. At the last possible moment, when the party finally managed to get Biden to step aside, Harris
A public forum to raise awareness of the health threat posed by radon, planned for this Saturday in Campbell’s Bay, sounds well worth checking out. Long-term exposure to high levels of radon can significantly increase the lifetime risk of getting
There is a need in the Pontiac for a solution to our collective waste management challenge. Together, we produce about 5,000 tons of household waste each year. This waste is composed of compostable material (food scraps, leaves, paper) and recyclable
There was a day when what was known as Highway 8 ran through the middle of towns all the way up the Pontiac, forming the main streets of Luskville, Quyon, Shawville, Bryson, Campbell’s Bay and Fort Coulonge, among others. In
On the anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, in the midst of an escalation of provocations and retaliations that has for a year been leading predictably to a regional war, our feelings of gratitude for the life of peace
In contemplating the meaning of this year’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we offer two excerpts from Monday’s edition of CBC Radio’s The Current, presented by host Matt Galloway, that shed light on where we are on the question
Join Us for a Thriving Fundraiser!
We’re excited to announce our Car Wash and Bake Sale Fundraiser to support our amazing youth program!
When: Saturday, July 26th
Time: 9 AM – 1 PM
Where: Church Parking Lot – 209 rue Centre
All funds raised will go towards our end-of-summer event and an upcoming youth retreat. It’s a fantastic opportunity to support the growth and development of our youth in this community.
Pricing:
– Car Wash: $10
– Baked Goods: $1+
Bring your cars, and your sweet tooth. We can’t wait to see you there!
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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