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August 19, 2025
Several years ago, I wrote a series of articles called “The seven bank accounts of a farmer,” and the most valuable bank account was the
Several years ago, I wrote a series of articles called “The seven bank accounts of a farmer,” and the most valuable bank account was the
Sometimes it’s best to think back before making changes. Remember the first FTA agreement? Our prime minister at the time was a good friend of
Often, before we move on or even express ourselves, we should think back on what has happened that changed our path forward. Lately, we have
Like never before since WWII, we are seeing the extreme of givers and takers. In every community, we can name people who are continually involved
While the U.S. president was seen on TV getting out of a giant helicopter in a long black trench coat as he gave a big
So our defence budget is too small. Our defence generals and politicians all agree that we need better and more planes, and ships, and other
We witnessed that in the playoffs. The intimidators and the goons came out to scare the other team into not playing smart. Before long, the
Sometimes even farmers get bored. Farmers like to “play” too. Some of our best hockey players started on a frozen pond playing with a stick
There’s an old saying that still holds true today. It is often said about someone who was very greedy that they take “both ends and
Someone once said, “Don’t ask stupid questions!” A much smarter person replied, “There is no such thing as a stupid question, but there are many
Several years ago, I wrote a series of articles called “The seven bank accounts of a farmer,” and the most valuable bank account was the ground that they work. The least important was money. If the other six were done
Sometimes it’s best to think back before making changes. Remember the first FTA agreement? Our prime minister at the time was a good friend of the U.S. president (we thought) and if Canada gave up the very successful U.S.-Canada auto
Often, before we move on or even express ourselves, we should think back on what has happened that changed our path forward. Lately, we have been threatened by the president of the country just south of us. About 60 years
Like never before since WWII, we are seeing the extreme of givers and takers. In every community, we can name people who are continually involved in helping others. Here, we have 4-H, Lions, Rotary, many church go-ers, and volunteers in
While the U.S. president was seen on TV getting out of a giant helicopter in a long black trench coat as he gave a big fist pump to the camera, Canada’s leaders were around a big round table figuring out
So our defence budget is too small. Our defence generals and politicians all agree that we need better and more planes, and ships, and other help for our armed forces. When we look south, our neighbour does have a lot
We witnessed that in the playoffs. The intimidators and the goons came out to scare the other team into not playing smart. Before long, the penalty box was full. We have also noticed a similar game going on with the
Sometimes even farmers get bored. Farmers like to “play” too. Some of our best hockey players started on a frozen pond playing with a stick that was made from an alder with just the right crook at the bottom and
There’s an old saying that still holds true today. It is often said about someone who was very greedy that they take “both ends and the middle!” That person didn’t care about the person that came after, or about next
Someone once said, “Don’t ask stupid questions!” A much smarter person replied, “There is no such thing as a stupid question, but there are many people who freely give answers that are not too well researched!” As we get older
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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