Our thoughts and prayers with the Erwin and Lapierre families on the loss of Michel (Mitch) on Dec. 5, at the age of 65, and with the Laporte family on the loss of Brian on Dec. 12, at the age of 69. Condolences also to the Church and Davies families on the loss of Kathleen on Dec. 8, at the age of 90 and to the Lance family on the loss of Donald on Dec. 10, at the age of 73.

Shawville will have garbage pick up on Fri., Dec. 20 and Mon., Dec. 30.

Shawville will have recycling pick up on Mon., Dec. 23.

The fourth Sunday of Advent is on Dec. 22 and is themed Joy.

Happy birthday to Harry Dale who celebrates his birthday on Dec. 23 and to Melissa Cote-Ladouceur who celebrates her birthday on Dec. 28.

Here is a Christmas prayer I’d like to share: “Lord of All, we give you thanks for your abundance, and for all the great things you have given us, especially the birth of your Son on this day. We ask your blessing upon our family and friends.”

Merry Christmas to all our readers. Please stay safe during the holidays and have a blessed New Year.