
February 16, 1950
Local News: The Thistle Curling Club, largest and oldest curling club in Montreal, held its Centenary Bonspiel in Montreal on Feb. 10 and 11. The

Local News: The Thistle Curling Club, largest and oldest curling club in Montreal, held its Centenary Bonspiel in Montreal on Feb. 10 and 11. The

Local News: Effective from this week’s meeting of Shawville council, Reuben Smith has been appointed mayor to complete the unexpired portion of the term of

Local News: Shawville defeated Arnprior 5-1 in an Upper Ottawa Valley Junior Hockey league played at Shawville arena. That win enabled Shawville to finish in

Local News: In the United Churches on Sunday in Shawville, Bristol and Clarendon and to interested citizens during the week, petitions were presented for signatures

Local News: Curling activities for the winter season finally started on Monday evening with three games between local rinks. Pembroke Juniors moved to within one

Local News: More than 500 attendees were treated to a smart display of 1950 styles for ladies in the presentation of Bryson’s first fashion show.

Local News: The Week of Prayer began on Monday evening in the Theatre and in spite of the fact that the roads were very icy,

Local News: Shawville Lions Club staged a bingo in the theatre last Thursday evening when a crowd of over two hundred and fifty persons competed

Local News: Despite the inclement weather and slippery streets, there was a large congregation present in the United Church for the annual Vesper and candle-lighting

Local News: North Clarendon Farm Forum was host on the night of Nov. 21 when Radford and Yarm Forums joined with them in a social

Local News: The Thistle Curling Club, largest and oldest curling club in Montreal, held its Centenary Bonspiel in Montreal on Feb. 10 and 11. The Shawville Curling Club was invited to enter a rink in this competition. Through successive wins,

Local News: Effective from this week’s meeting of Shawville council, Reuben Smith has been appointed mayor to complete the unexpired portion of the term of Cliff Schwartz. These changes were made necessary by the announcement of his retiral read to

Local News: Shawville defeated Arnprior 5-1 in an Upper Ottawa Valley Junior Hockey league played at Shawville arena. That win enabled Shawville to finish in second place tie with Pembroke. A very successful cooking school was held at Quyon last

Local News: In the United Churches on Sunday in Shawville, Bristol and Clarendon and to interested citizens during the week, petitions were presented for signatures protesting the suggested lottery act at present being suggested by the premier of Quebec. The

Local News: Curling activities for the winter season finally started on Monday evening with three games between local rinks. Pembroke Juniors moved to within one point of the league leading Shawville club last Wednesday when they chalked up a 6-2

Local News: More than 500 attendees were treated to a smart display of 1950 styles for ladies in the presentation of Bryson’s first fashion show. Complete in every detail, the show gave a preview of 1950 gowns. All models were

Local News: The Week of Prayer began on Monday evening in the Theatre and in spite of the fact that the roads were very icy, a large number attended this first meeting. Guests at the meeting of the Shawville Rotary

Local News: Shawville Lions Club staged a bingo in the theatre last Thursday evening when a crowd of over two hundred and fifty persons competed for the many valuable prizes which were offered. Proceeds from the evenings entertainment will be

Local News: Despite the inclement weather and slippery streets, there was a large congregation present in the United Church for the annual Vesper and candle-lighting service of the C.G.I.T. girls. 30 girls were in costume. Scriptures were read by Janey

Local News: North Clarendon Farm Forum was host on the night of Nov. 21 when Radford and Yarm Forums joined with them in a social evening held in the Orange Hall, Charteris. About 50 people were present to listen to
 
            
            
        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
 
            
            
         
            
            
        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

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.
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