Passengers on a runaway train
January 28, 2025
Congratulations, Campbell’s Bay, for taking steps to improve your town’s resilience to climate change, as described in our story on page three. All municipalities need
Congratulations, Campbell’s Bay, for taking steps to improve your town’s resilience to climate change, as described in our story on page three. All municipalities need
The inauguration of a US president. The search for a new leader for both the federal and provincial Liberal parties. Municipal and federal elections happening
Mark Zuckerberg recently announced that his company Meta (formerly known as Facebook) will stop fact-checking content. This does not come as a complete shock. It’s
A merger in the works between Pontiac Printshop and Calumet Media promises an exciting new chapter for our 142-year-old newspaper.
Generally speaking, we have the good fortune to live in one of the most peaceful parts of the planet. We are among the world’s most
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
Congratulations, Campbell’s Bay, for taking steps to improve your town’s resilience to climate change, as described in our story on page three. All municipalities need to follow your lead and, with the support offered by the provincial government, there should
The inauguration of a US president. The search for a new leader for both the federal and provincial Liberal parties. Municipal and federal elections happening this year. There’s a lot going on in the world of politics.Candidates calculating how best
Mark Zuckerberg recently announced that his company Meta (formerly known as Facebook) will stop fact-checking content. This does not come as a complete shock. It’s really just an admission of what we have all known for a long time, that
A merger in the works between Pontiac Printshop and Calumet Media promises an exciting new chapter for our 142-year-old newspaper.
Generally speaking, we have the good fortune to live in one of the most peaceful parts of the planet. We are among the world’s most privileged people in terms of the opportunities available to us to learn, to be healthy,
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
Joel Plaskett, an East Coast icon, takes the stage at Gavan’s in Qyuon.
Gavan’s is the place to be on November 18th for an intimate and unforgettable night with Joel Plaskett — a songwriter, storyteller, and performer who always leaves the crowd wanting more. Opener is Mars Aspen, an emerging singer-songwriter from Ottawa.
Tuesday, November 18
Gavan’s 1157 Rue de Clarendon, Quyon, QC.
Doors at 8:00PM | Show at 9:00PM
Tickets $45 Available now at Gavanshotel.com
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!
Where: 530 Main St., Shawville
When: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Looking for free legal information or support? The Centre de justice de proximité de l’Outaouais is offering free legal walk-in clinics in Shawville. These clinics are open to all ages. Meet confidentially with a lawyer and social worker to discuss topics like family law, housing, wills, small claims, and more. Two other clinics will be held at the same location, Dec. 18 and Jan. 15.
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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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Where: Shawville United Church, 410 Main St.
When: 4:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
A traditional Christmas meal featuring turkey with all the trimmings and homemade pie or Christmas pudding. Meals are $25 a person, or $10 for those 12 and under.
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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
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