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Shawville: Lyse Lacourse (May 26)

Shawville: Lyse Lacourse (May 26)

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On Victoria Day weekend this year it was simply beautiful. Fruit trees flowering and . . .

stunning spring flowers. What a beautiful weekend.

After Queen Victoria’s death in 1901, May 24 was made by law to be known as Victoria Day to remember the late Queen. She was deemed the “Mother of Confederation.” In 1904, the same date was by imperial decree made Empire Day throughout the British Empire. Happy Victoria Day to all our readers.

Happy belated birthday to Bob Hanna who celebrated on May 25.

Happy 62nd birthday to Jane Melloul who celebrates her birthday today.

Happy birthday to Ken Evans who celebrates his birthday on May 27.



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