Is the new Centre Street crosswalk enough?
October 22, 2024
On Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, a school bus was on its way from Pontiac High School down Centre Street in Shawville to pick up students
On Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, a school bus was on its way from Pontiac High School down Centre Street in Shawville to pick up students
Brandyn Gauthier, owner of Shawville’s Giant Tiger, received a company-wide community service award on Oct. 2 at the EY Centre in Ottawa. The award is
Pontiac’s EOSHL team will play its first home game in Shawville on Sunday while the Fort Coulonge arena is repaired.
Jaime Montejo has been working in grocery stores for over a decade. First starting as a grocery clerk at Ottawa’s Brierley’s Independent, he worked his
Karissa Rutledge, a neighbour and longtime friend of Doug and Reuben Hodgins, organized a benefit fundraiser for the brothers and their nephew Kyle Cockerell and
Our sympathies to the Leach family on the loss of Gregory on Sept. 23, at the age of 69. He was the husband of Fern
After a fire destroyed the entire Clarendon home of Doug and Reuben Hodgins and the future home of their nephew Kyle Cockerell and his family,
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation happens annually on Sept. 30 and honours the children who endured residential schools, some of whom made it
After growing up in Bristol, Isabelle Gagnon left home to become a chiropractor. Seven years later, with a shiny new doctorate in chiropractic from the
Happy belated birthday wishes to both Betty Lou Brownlee and Bev Hillier who celebrated their birthdays on Sept. 23. Our deepest condolences to the McCredie
On Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, a school bus was on its way from Pontiac High School down Centre Street in Shawville to pick up students at McDowell Elementary. The bus, already carrying some PHS students, stopped at the crosswalk on
Brandyn Gauthier, owner of Shawville’s Giant Tiger, received a company-wide community service award on Oct. 2 at the EY Centre in Ottawa. The award is presented to a store that does exemplary work with its community. “Whether it’s volunteering for
Pontiac’s EOSHL team will play its first home game in Shawville on Sunday while the Fort Coulonge arena is repaired.
Jaime Montejo has been working in grocery stores for over a decade. First starting as a grocery clerk at Ottawa’s Brierley’s Independent, he worked his way up to eventually becoming the store manager. Last year, Montejo found himself wanting to
Karissa Rutledge, a neighbour and longtime friend of Doug and Reuben Hodgins, organized a benefit fundraiser for the brothers and their nephew Kyle Cockerell and his family, to support them as they build back their lives after losing their family
Our sympathies to the Leach family on the loss of Gregory on Sept. 23, at the age of 69. He was the husband of Fern Cote and the father of Chad, Jeremy, Peter and Tammy. Our condolences to the
After a fire destroyed the entire Clarendon home of Doug and Reuben Hodgins and the future home of their nephew Kyle Cockerell and his family, community members have rallied to support them as they get back on their feet. The
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation happens annually on Sept. 30 and honours the children who endured residential schools, some of whom made it through and some of whom did not, as well as their families and communities. In
After growing up in Bristol, Isabelle Gagnon left home to become a chiropractor. Seven years later, with a shiny new doctorate in chiropractic from the University of Québec at Trois-Rivières, she returned home to start her own business. Opened in
Happy belated birthday wishes to both Betty Lou Brownlee and Bev Hillier who celebrated their birthdays on Sept. 23. Our deepest condolences to the McCredie family on the loss of James on Sept. 14, at the age of 66. James
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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