Bristol’s Greg Graham was one of several English-speaking Outaouais residents to share their experiences in a new short film titled Regional Realities: Outaouais that was
The Bristol Fire Department hosted its second annual pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday morning to help cover the cost of the department’s Jaws of Life rescue
A 111-year-old quilt made by the Elmside Homemakers Club of 1916, was recently found in a local barn. Do you know any of the dozens
When you think about what food goes on your plate, you might not be thinking about the most recent version of the Canadian Food Guide.
The SADC Pontiac hosted a tech summit at Bristol’s Pine Lodge on Friday to help local entrepreneurs understand how they can use technology to help
The holiday season is officially in full swing, they will be hard pressed to ignore the Christmas cheer for much longer. Santa Claus and his
A local member of Santa Claus’ holiday team is once again making it possible for Pontiac children to send him letters in the month leading
One year out from the next municipal election, THE EQUITY checked in with the 20 people who have been voted in to lead the communities
Community members came out dressed in their finest Halloween costumes on Wednesday for a food-centred fundraiser in support of the Bristol Fire Department. Norway Bay
Jennifer Gauthier, also known as The Bay Baker, sold all her pumpkin and apple pies, many of which were pre-orders, at the Marché Bristol Market’s
Bristol’s Greg Graham was one of several English-speaking Outaouais residents to share their experiences in a new short film titled Regional Realities: Outaouais that was screened on Saturday at Coronation Hall. The film, one of two episodes in a new
The Bristol Fire Department hosted its second annual pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday morning to help cover the cost of the department’s Jaws of Life rescue equipment purchased last year. About 100 people lined up at the Bristol fire station throughout
A 111-year-old quilt made by the Elmside Homemakers Club of 1916, was recently found in a local barn. Do you know any of the dozens of names stitched onto its patches?
When you think about what food goes on your plate, you might not be thinking about the most recent version of the Canadian Food Guide. Many people may not have even looked at the guide since first learning about it
The SADC Pontiac hosted a tech summit at Bristol’s Pine Lodge on Friday to help local entrepreneurs understand how they can use technology to help their businesses. The keynote address in the morning focused on how entrepreneurs can use technology
The holiday season is officially in full swing, they will be hard pressed to ignore the Christmas cheer for much longer. Santa Claus and his entourage have already touched down in several places across the Pontiac, and over the weekend,
A local member of Santa Claus’ holiday team is once again making it possible for Pontiac children to send him letters in the month leading up to Christmas. Norway Bay resident Britney Gauthier launched her Santa’s mailbox project for a
One year out from the next municipal election, THE EQUITY checked in with the 20 people who have been voted in to lead the communities from Luskville to Rapides des Joachims.
Community members came out dressed in their finest Halloween costumes on Wednesday for a food-centred fundraiser in support of the Bristol Fire Department. Norway Bay resident Chantal Labrie, also a former owner of that community’s My Way chip stand, first
Jennifer Gauthier, also known as The Bay Baker, sold all her pumpkin and apple pies, many of which were pre-orders, at the Marché Bristol Market’s Thanksgiving pop-up on Saturday at Coronation Hall.Gauthier, one of about 10 vendors at Saturday’s pop-up,
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley” on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish. A Celtic Studies scholar and educator, Mr. Ó Dubhghaill will delve into the rich history of the Irish (Gaelic) language, tracing its ancient roots in Ireland, its journey across the Atlantic, and its vibrant life within the Ottawa Valley. This free presentation is open to the public. Refreshments will be served following the presentation.
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley” on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish. A Celtic Studies scholar and educator, Mr. Ó Dubhghaill will delve into the rich history of the Irish (Gaelic) language, tracing its ancient roots in Ireland, its journey across the Atlantic, and its vibrant life within the Ottawa Valley. This free presentation is open to the public. Refreshments will be served following the presentation.
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
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