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Warned by Fred’s bird

About 80 years ago, one Saturday in the spring, dad was cropping and even though he had called the town barber to find out if

Pontiac Country Fair keeps it local

Donald Teuma-Castelletti LUSKVILLE Oct. 7-9, 2017 The fourth annual Pontiac Country Fair took place last weekend, featuring vendors, local organizations and more artists than ever

The dawn song

Rooted in the appreciation and wonder of birds, birdwatching is a popular hobby where novice birdwatchers and experts enjoy the different birds the region has

Food Freedom Day

Recently, some politicians have been reminding voters that the cost of living is too high and food is too expensive. Having represented farmers (milk, beef

PHS gets Greasy

Pontiac High School’s auditorium was transformed into the halls of Rydell High last week for five sold-out shows of the school’s musical production of Grease.

Trade

Now what? Our closest, most-trusted neighbour, who Canada has depended on for everything that neighbours have trusted each other with since the War of 1812,

Warned by Fred’s bird

About 80 years ago, one Saturday in the spring, dad was cropping and even though he had called the town barber to find out if he had time to cut dad’s hair, he didn’t want to leave seeding grain just

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Bird watchers keep eyes peeled for migratory birds

Donald Teuma-Castelletti PONTIAC Nov. 4, 2017 A dedicated group of birdwatchers put their eyes to the skies throughout the Pontiac Saturday morning, searching high and low for species that have travelled south for the season. Starting out in Breckenridge, members

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Pontiac Country Fair keeps it local

Donald Teuma-Castelletti LUSKVILLE Oct. 7-9, 2017 The fourth annual Pontiac Country Fair took place last weekend, featuring vendors, local organizations and more artists than ever before. Running Saturday through Monday, families were welcomed to Luskville Falls for all sorts of

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The dawn song

Rooted in the appreciation and wonder of birds, birdwatching is a popular hobby where novice birdwatchers and experts enjoy the different birds the region has to offer. Birdwatchers range from backyard hobbyists to enthusiasts who travel far to spot a

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Food Freedom Day

Recently, some politicians have been reminding voters that the cost of living is too high and food is too expensive. Having represented farmers (milk, beef and, in general, farm organizations, both English and French), I am reminded that all farm

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PHS gets Greasy

Pontiac High School’s auditorium was transformed into the halls of Rydell High last week for five sold-out shows of the school’s musical production of Grease. The play, which is set inside the 1950s Chicago working-class subculture known as greasers, follows

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Trade

Now what? Our closest, most-trusted neighbour, who Canada has depended on for everything that neighbours have trusted each other with since the War of 1812, has suddenly been changed by a new leader to a very untrustworthy, unpredictable used-to-be friend.

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June 22, 2025
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June 22, 2025
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28 Jun

Festival de la Culbute Festival

June 28, 2025
All Day

A celebration of the 150th anniversary of the construction of the Culbute Locks, an industrial marvel in its day and an important part of our local heritage.
A day filled with celebration;
– The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show
– Music and dancing
– Food and drink
– and much more!
We acknowledge the support of the Government of Canada

Music Trivia Nite

Music Trivia Nite

June 28, 2025
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Come enjoy an evening of fun! Test your knowledge of Music Trivia! Prizes, and some competition!
Bar, snacks will be available. All money raised will go towards a chair lift for the Town Hall.

Gardening Workshops

Gardening Workshops

July 5, 2025 - July 19, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
We at the Parents’ Voice Shawville Area are excited to offer these two workshops! July 5 & July 19 from 11:00-12:00.
Have partnered with Pure Conscience to offer two 1 hour planting workshops for parents and children.
The workshop will include the following activities:
  1. How to read seed labels
  2. Knowing what and when to plant
  3. Getting your hands dirty with planting!
  4. Planning your garden
  5. Some gardening tips and tricks
  6. Trimming plants
  7. Fall garden planning
Please complete this form to reserve your spot. Payment will be made closer to the date if we get the minimum number of participants. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/DEuHomtBka5Dkw8v7
Cost: $20 per participant (parent and 1 child)
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree

12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree

July 17, 2025 - July 20, 2025
6:00 pm

A Weekend of Amazing Country Music and Fun!

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