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July 23, 2026

Current Conditions in Shawville 20.7°C

Julien Gagnon

What Larry Perry leaves behind

As the Waltham fire chief retires after 50 years of service to his neighbours, the future of his department is straddled between history and efficiency.

Public chimes in on arena future

About 50 people packed the Shawville RA hall to discuss the future of the town’s arena after council received a study that details some $17

Full fire ban in effect across Outaouais

The entire Pontiac and Outaouais regions remain under a complete fire ban following a decision on Oct. 1 by Quebec’s fire protection agency SOPFEU due to an increase in dry conditions across the region.  The ban extends to campfires, fireworks,

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Local paddlers push for more water safety education

Following two local drownings over the past two months, members of the local whitewater paddling community are calling for municipalities and MRCs to do more to support water safety and awareness.  Jim Coffey of Esprit Rafting and rafting instructor Katelyn

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