
June 7, 1900
Local news: The building committee of St. Stephen’s Church, Thorne West, are calling for tenders for the completion of the stone tower and belfry. A

Local news: The building committee of St. Stephen’s Church, Thorne West, are calling for tenders for the completion of the stone tower and belfry. A

Local news: A new bell for St. Stephen’s church, Thorne west, arrived here last week.The Church Workers’ social on Wednesday evening was favoured with most

Local news: Bro. F.C.H. Barcelo, Supreme Court organizer of the I.O.F. for the province of Quebec, paid a visit to the several courts in this

Local news: The weather of last week was unusually cold for the season and rather injurious to early vegetation. There was a burglary in Otter

Local news: The old jail at Aylmer has again been pressed into service to confine the twelve prisoners who were in the Hull establishment when

Local news: Last week was noted for several disastrous fires in the Ottawa Valley, commencing with one at Gatineau Point, which destroyed about $59,000 worth

Local news: The roads for the past week are said to be in a more wretched condition than has been known for years. Mr. George

Local news: Mr. Robt. G. Elliott has just completed a truly artistic job of work at Dr. Lyon’s residence, being the completion on modern lines

Local news: The tail end of sleighing brought many people to town last week for their spring supplies, while a considerable quantity of surplus grain

Local news: Thursday last was the first sugar-making day in this section. The run owing to prevailing raw north winds, was very poor. The proprietor

Local news: The building committee of St. Stephen’s Church, Thorne West, are calling for tenders for the completion of the stone tower and belfry. A gentleman named Mulligan has engaged in the enterprise of catching sturgeon on the Ottawa River

Local news: A new bell for St. Stephen’s church, Thorne west, arrived here last week.The Church Workers’ social on Wednesday evening was favoured with most delightful weather and a rather enjoyable time was had by those who attended. Empire Day

Local news: Bro. F.C.H. Barcelo, Supreme Court organizer of the I.O.F. for the province of Quebec, paid a visit to the several courts in this section during the past week, remaining two days at Shawville during which time he engaged

Local news: The weather of last week was unusually cold for the season and rather injurious to early vegetation. There was a burglary in Otter Lake on Monday. The building occupied by McGinn and Abbott was broken into at one

Local news: The old jail at Aylmer has again been pressed into service to confine the twelve prisoners who were in the Hull establishment when the fire broke out. We were sorry to hear of three of our young friends

Local news: Last week was noted for several disastrous fires in the Ottawa Valley, commencing with one at Gatineau Point, which destroyed about $59,000 worth of property in that village and terminating with the appalling conflagration in Hull and Ottawa

Local news: The roads for the past week are said to be in a more wretched condition than has been known for years. Mr. George Ballantine started ferrying between Bristol and Sand Point on Monday. A staff of masons and

Local news: Mr. Robt. G. Elliott has just completed a truly artistic job of work at Dr. Lyon’s residence, being the completion on modern lines of that gentleman’s drawing room and the finishing touches thereon have been performed by the

Local news: The tail end of sleighing brought many people to town last week for their spring supplies, while a considerable quantity of surplus grain was disposed of. On May 1, Parkman post office will be changed to the name

Local news: Thursday last was the first sugar-making day in this section. The run owing to prevailing raw north winds, was very poor. The proprietor of the proposed new hub factory at Castleford has bought all the standing elm and
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!

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!
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
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

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.
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.
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!

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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