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September 3, 2025

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Letters to the Editor

Farmer’s market

Dear Editor, After visiting the farmers’ market at the Shawville fair grounds on July 7: Q: Why was the Saturday farmers market moved from the

Quick response

Dear Editor, I would like to thank Mr. Greg Hayes for his actions on Friday morning on his way to work. Greg, a volunteer fireman,

Searching for relatives

Dear Editor, My name is Lorraine Beauparlant and I was born on Sept. 28, 1957 at the Pontiac Community Hospital. I was given up for

Very grateful

Dear Editor, On June 23, I had to visit the emergency department of the regional hospital in Shawville and was treated by Dr. Maria Kungurov.

Grateful and pleased

Dear Editor, Having moved here from Ontario over a year ago, I had no idea what to expect. But I am grateful and very pleased.

In Praise of Cardboard

In Praise of Cardboard Dear Editor, I recently had the experience of unpacking and assembling a set of kitchen cupboards, from that Swedish company. Their

Rain barrels

Dear Editor, I’m trying to retrain myself to avoid purchasing and throwing away single-use plastic items. Here’s something I’ve come across, that makes a good

Bravo

Dear Editor, Last week, I attended the Pontiac High School production Fiddler on the Roof. Following the applause from a full house, the director, Gordy

Interesting article

Dear Editor, I found the article about Chris Hayes and his Stanley Cup ring very interesting. Although I’m two years older, we share several experiences.

Farmer’s market

Dear Editor, After visiting the farmers’ market at the Shawville fair grounds on July 7: Q: Why was the Saturday farmers market moved from the usual spacious building, complete with washrooms, to the poultry barn? A: Because some of the

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Quick response

Dear Editor, I would like to thank Mr. Greg Hayes for his actions on Friday morning on his way to work. Greg, a volunteer fireman, was on his way to his business meeting (wearing a suit as he is a

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Searching for relatives

Dear Editor, My name is Lorraine Beauparlant and I was born on Sept. 28, 1957 at the Pontiac Community Hospital. I was given up for adoption four days later and sent to Orphelinat Sainte-Thérèse de Hull et Crèche de Miséricorde

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Very grateful

Dear Editor, On June 23, I had to visit the emergency department of the regional hospital in Shawville and was treated by Dr. Maria Kungurov. She saved my life. I am very grateful for the services of this hospital which

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Grateful and pleased

Dear Editor, Having moved here from Ontario over a year ago, I had no idea what to expect. But I am grateful and very pleased. A huge thunderstorm passed over our little house north of Otter Lake on Route 301

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In Praise of Cardboard

In Praise of Cardboard Dear Editor, I recently had the experience of unpacking and assembling a set of kitchen cupboards, from that Swedish company. Their assembly system, once you get the hang of it, is elegant engineering. One thing that

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Rain barrels

Dear Editor, I’m trying to retrain myself to avoid purchasing and throwing away single-use plastic items. Here’s something I’ve come across, that makes a good second-use of a plastic item — rain barrels, made from re-purposed olive shipping containers. These

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Bravo

Dear Editor, Last week, I attended the Pontiac High School production Fiddler on the Roof. Following the applause from a full house, the director, Gordy Graham, graciously congratulated and thanked all who were involved in this wonderful production. Very often

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Interesting article

Dear Editor, I found the article about Chris Hayes and his Stanley Cup ring very interesting. Although I’m two years older, we share several experiences. We both grew up in the 1950s and 1960s in small towns (Chapeau and Quyon)

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LOCAL EVENTS
SADC Community Event - Campbell's Bay & Litchfield

SADC Community Event - Campbell's Bay & Litchfield

September 4, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac!

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!

Célébrons 40 ans d’impact local avec la SADC Pontiac !

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!

 

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/campbells-bay-litchfield-journee-communautaire-community-day-tickets-1409284199979

Quyon Community Day

Quyon Community Day

September 6, 2025
All Day

Quyon Community Day – Sept 6th!! FREE Entry!!

NEW this year… the Great Canadian Lumberjacks will put on 3 demonstrations (noon, 3 & 7 pm) and the DRONES are coming back…

Live local musicians will once again hit the stage and this year “Chicken Fried” will keep us all singing and dancing into the night!!!

The Quyon Lions are once again providing a Roast Beef dinner – info on how to purchase dinner tickets will be provided soon. 

And that’s not all….. the annual 3-pitch ball tournament starts Friday night and plenty of Children’s activities will be set up in the park!!!

See ya there!!!!

Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge

Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge

September 6, 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge, le 6 septembre 2025 de 10h à 16h à la salle de conférence du Pontiac, 204 rue principale, Fort-Coulonge, QC J0X 1V0.

SADC Community Event - Waltham

SADC Community Event - Waltham

September 11, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac!

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!

Waltham

Célébrons 40 ans d’impact local avec la SADC Pontiac !

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!

 

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/waltham-tournee-communautaire-community-day-tickets-1409289134739

Shawville Terry Fox Run 2025 / Course de Terry Fox Shawville 2025

Shawville Terry Fox Run 2025 / Course de Terry Fox Shawville 2025

September 14, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join us as we come together to mark the 45th Anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope — a powerful legacy that continues to inspire Canadians from coast to coast. 
Whether you walk, run, cycle, roll, or push a stroller — everyone is welcome!

TO REGISTER OR DONATE: https://run.terryfox.ca/93169

Registration: 1:00 PM | Run Begins: 2:00 PM
Dogs are also welcome, but must remain on a leash.

Route Info:
– 10 km distance
– Bring your water bottle. Water stations along the route

Stay tuned for updates on the BBQ and other family-friendly activities happening on site!

The Terry Fox Run has become a beloved fall tradition in Canada, with over 650 communities — big and small, urban and rural — fundraising together for cancer research.
Let’s keep Shawville proudly among them!!

Joignez-vous à nous pour souligner le 45e anniversaire du Marathon de l’Espoir de Terry Fox.
Que vous marchiez, couriez, rouliez à vélo ou en fauteuil, ou poussiez une poussette — tout le monde est bienvenu !

POUR S’INSCRIRE: https://run.terryfox.ca/93169

Inscriptions : 13 h 00 | Départ de la course : 14 h 00
Les chiens sont aussi les bienvenus, mais doivent être tenus en laisse.
Infos sur le parcours :

– Distance de 10 km
– Postes d’eau tout au long du parcours

Restez à l’écoute pour plus de détails sur le BBQ et d’autres activités familiales sur place !

La Course Terry Fox est devenue une tradition automnale chère aux Canadiens. Plus de 650 communautés se mobilisent chaque année pour amasser des fonds pour la recherche sur le cancer.
Faisons en sorte que Shawville continue de faire partie de cette belle tradition collective!
Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

September 19, 2025
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

  • Friday, September 19, 2025
  • 7:00 PM
  • Pontiac Agricultural Hall

Enjoy an evening filled with:

  • Mexican Food Bar
  • Live Music & Dancing
    Signature Cocktails & Sips
  • $50 per ticket – includes dinner & entertainment!
Dress in Denim, Fringe, Florals & Fiesta Vibes – and get ready to have an amazing night out in support of the Pontiac Arena Fund.

Grab your friends and book your table now- spots are limited!

Table of 8-$400

E-transfer pontiacarenafund@gmail.com
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