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October 25, 1900

Local news: Mr. Jas. Wilson who has been confined in jail at Bryson for some time for violating the Game Law, was last week liberated

October 18, 1900

Social: St. Paul’s church social on Wednesday evening last was favored with delightful weather and a fairly good attendance, the receipts at the door amounting

October 11, 1900

Local news: Messrs. E. Hodgins & Son have recently made a change in the post office equipment, whereby the delivery of mail matter—the volume of

October 4, 1900

Local news: A number of counterfeit ten dollar bills of the Molson’s Bank, are in circulation. Look out for them.  The Ladies of St. Paul’s

September 27, 1900

Local news: Hugh McCredie, eldest son of Andrew McCredie, of Bristol, a promising young man of nineteen years, passed away on Thursday last, a victim

September 20, 1900

Local news: The sudden death of Mr. Samuel Wilson, of Green Lake, removes another of the old settlers of Clarendon. The deceased gentleman was preparing

September 13, 1900

Local news: Mr. Jas. Cuthbertson, of Clarendon, has shown us a letter from his son Norman, dated Galivan Bay, August 15. In it the young

September 6, 1900

Local news: Mr. H. Imison, photographer, is still confined in the hospital at Ottawa in a very serious condition, so reports Mr. F.A. Parker, who

August 30, 1900

Local news: Mr. John B. Ralph of Bryson has the contract for building the several stables, sheds, etc., on the exhibition grounds and began the

August 23, 1900

Local news: Messrs. Dale Bros., Tinsmiths, have removed their stock into the building lately occupied by George Swatman. The shop vacated by them is to

October 25, 1900

Local news: Mr. Jas. Wilson who has been confined in jail at Bryson for some time for violating the Game Law, was last week liberated by the Government. He immediately took his departure. His offence was killing deer during close

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October 18, 1900

Social: St. Paul’s church social on Wednesday evening last was favored with delightful weather and a fairly good attendance, the receipts at the door amounting to about twenty dollars. The program rendered consisted of a couple of choruses, several vocal

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October 11, 1900

Local news: Messrs. E. Hodgins & Son have recently made a change in the post office equipment, whereby the delivery of mail matter—the volume of which during the last few years has grown to large proportions—will be much more expeditious

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October 4, 1900

Local news: A number of counterfeit ten dollar bills of the Molson’s Bank, are in circulation. Look out for them.  The Ladies of St. Paul’s church will hold a social on Wednesday next, Oct. 10th, in Hodgins’ hall. Good program

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September 27, 1900

Local news: Hugh McCredie, eldest son of Andrew McCredie, of Bristol, a promising young man of nineteen years, passed away on Thursday last, a victim to consumption, which laid hold upon him as the result of a cold, contracted last

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September 20, 1900

Local news: The sudden death of Mr. Samuel Wilson, of Green Lake, removes another of the old settlers of Clarendon. The deceased gentleman was preparing to retire about half past eight o’clock of the date mentioned, when he suddenly expired,

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September 13, 1900

Local news: Mr. Jas. Cuthbertson, of Clarendon, has shown us a letter from his son Norman, dated Galivan Bay, August 15. In it the young man says he is working on the erection of a hotel and store at the

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September 6, 1900

Local news: Mr. H. Imison, photographer, is still confined in the hospital at Ottawa in a very serious condition, so reports Mr. F.A. Parker, who called on him last Monday.  Sunday was the hottest day of the season so far

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August 30, 1900

Local news: Mr. John B. Ralph of Bryson has the contract for building the several stables, sheds, etc., on the exhibition grounds and began the work last week. Mr. W.D. Armitage has been re-engaged as principal of the Portage du

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August 23, 1900

Local news: Messrs. Dale Bros., Tinsmiths, have removed their stock into the building lately occupied by George Swatman. The shop vacated by them is to be fitted up at once for a drug store, for Mr. Box, a Renfrew young

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LOCAL EVENTS
SADC Community Event - Portage-du-Fort

SADC Community Event - Portage-du-Fort

November 6, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac!

We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.

Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!

Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!

Célébrons 40 ans d’impact local avec la SADC Pontiac !

Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.

Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !

Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 7, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like

Pontiacs vs. South Grenville Rangers - November 7 (Home Game)

Pontiacs vs. South Grenville Rangers - November 7 (Home Game)

November 7, 2025
7:45 pm - 10:00 pm

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang

When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)

Regular Season Home Game #3 – Pontiacs vs. South Grenville Rangers. Warmup at 7:15 p.m. 

Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1554

08 Nov

Remembrance Day Spaghetti and Meatballs dinner and dance

November 8, 2025
5:00 pm - 11:45 pm

Get your tickets!

Remembrance Day Spaghetti and meat ball Dinner & Dance – music by Danny Sylvester

Join us as we come together to honour those who have served and continue to serve for our freedom.

Friday, November 8th, 2025
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dinner & Dance: 6 PM – 12 AM (Doors open at 5 PM)
Music by Danny Sylvester
Cash bar
Tickets $20 – sold in advance
$10 after 7:30 for the dance

Enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meat ball dinner served with Caeser salad and garlic bread, followed by music, and dancing as we gather in remembrance and gratitude.

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to our local Legion.

We would love to display photos of your loved ones who have served — please send them in or bring them with you to the event.

Hosted by the Ladysmith Recreation Committee.

Let’s share a meal, some memories, and our appreciation together.

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Dîner et danse des spaghettis et des boulettes de viande du jour du Souvenir

Rejoignez-nous alors que nous nous réunissons pour honorer ceux qui ont servi et continuent de servir pour notre liberté.

Samedi le 8 Novembre
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dîner et danse : 18 h – 12 h (les portes ouvrent à 17 h)
Musique de Danny Sylvester
Barre de caisse
Billets 20 $ – vendus à l’avance
Billets 10 $ après 7h30 pour la danse

Profitez d’un délicieux dîner de spaghettis et de boulettes de viande servi avec du pain à l’ail, de la musique et de la danse alors que nous nous rassemblons en souvenir et en gratitude.

Une partie des recettes sera reversée à notre Légion locale.

Nous aimerions afficher des photos de vos proches qui ont servi – veuillez les envoyer ou les apporter avec vous à l’événement.

Hébergé par l’association Recreative Ladysmith

Partageons un repas, quelques souvenirs et notre appréciation ensemble.

Pontiac Historical Society AGM

Pontiac Historical Society AGM

November 12, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m.  All are welcome.  Phone 819-647-3538 for information.

SADC Community Event - Thorne

SADC Community Event - Thorne

November 13, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac!

We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.

Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!

Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!

Thorne

Célébrons 40 ans d’impact local avec la SADC Pontiac !

Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.

Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !

Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!

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