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November 12, 2025

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Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that everyone enjoyed the first long weekend of the summer. The mosquitoes have awoken from their winter slumber and are back with

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Desabrais family on the loss of Brent on May 13, at the age of 63. Happy belated 12th wedding anniversary

What will we get?

Our federal election is over, except for a few recounts where votes were very close. We have made our collective decision about who we want

Big changes ahead

Seventy years ago, when I was a kid, there were two main types of farmers. The conventional farmers didn’t use chemical fertilizers or sprays. They

Silent mode

Using a cell phone is new to me, so when I found my calls weren’t coming in I couldn’t figure out why. A friend mentioned

Quyon – Jillian Young

I hope all of the mothers and mothering figures out there enjoyed a beautiful Mother’s Day this past weekend. The weather was gorgeous, and we

Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that every Mom enjoyed Mother’s Day. I had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend. On Friday, we drove to Casselman to visit my

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Mill Dam Park has now reopened. The weather has been beautiful for outdoor activities. The Mens Night sponsored by the Pontiac Agricultural Society to raise

He sees the sparrow fall

I was away from home, staying at a motel for a wedding. Sitting outside at a picnic table, I looked up and there was a

Quyon – Jillian Young

On Saturday, May 3, the Quyon Community Centre was filled with family and friends gathered to celebrate the life of my fabulous aunt, Mona MacKechnie.

Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that everyone enjoyed the first long weekend of the summer. The mosquitoes have awoken from their winter slumber and are back with a vengeance. Hopefully, they won’t last too long. On Wednesday, a lovely get-together and luncheon

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Desabrais family on the loss of Brent on May 13, at the age of 63. Happy belated 12th wedding anniversary to Justin and Taylor Pawlett who celebrated their special day on May 18. Congratulations to

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What will we get?

Our federal election is over, except for a few recounts where votes were very close. We have made our collective decision about who we want to guide our country through this very troubled time. Every candidate and leader of the

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Big changes ahead

Seventy years ago, when I was a kid, there were two main types of farmers. The conventional farmers didn’t use chemical fertilizers or sprays. They all plowed their fields in the fall. They used conventional “timed” cultivation to kill grass

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Silent mode

Using a cell phone is new to me, so when I found my calls weren’t coming in I couldn’t figure out why. A friend mentioned maybe I was in silent mode and sure enough when I looked, I was. Sometimes

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Quyon – Jillian Young

I hope all of the mothers and mothering figures out there enjoyed a beautiful Mother’s Day this past weekend. The weather was gorgeous, and we had a great time celebrating my mom and my sister with dinner at my place

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Waltham – Helen Perry

I sure hope that every Mom enjoyed Mother’s Day. I had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend. On Friday, we drove to Casselman to visit my sister Susan, husband Brent and nephew Jesse Pilon. Then we drove to Cornwall and had

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Mill Dam Park has now reopened. The weather has been beautiful for outdoor activities. The Mens Night sponsored by the Pontiac Agricultural Society to raise funds for the Shawville Arena was very successful on Friday night. Congratulations to all the

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He sees the sparrow fall

I was away from home, staying at a motel for a wedding. Sitting outside at a picnic table, I looked up and there was a mother bird with food in her mouth. Up came two little heads and she fed

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Quyon – Jillian Young

On Saturday, May 3, the Quyon Community Centre was filled with family and friends gathered to celebrate the life of my fabulous aunt, Mona MacKechnie. Her daughter Donna and granddaughter Kayla did an incredible job sharing with everyone all of

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LOCAL EVENTS
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!

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 14, 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. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

November 14, 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 #4 – Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen – Minor Hockey Night. Warmup at 7:15 p.m. 

Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1555

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

November 15, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come shop local and support a great cause!

We’re bringing together a fantastic lineup of talented artisans from across the Pontiac—perfect for checking off your holiday shopping list. From handcrafted goods to festive treats, there’s something for everyone!

Support the school, support local artists, and get into the holiday spirit with us!

Tag your friends, share the event, and we’ll see you there!
15 Nov

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar

November 15, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be held at 34 ch Bristol on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1870755183815088

Man, I feel like Shania - LIVE @ Gavan's

Man, I feel like Shania - LIVE @ Gavan's

November 15, 2025
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Allons-y, les filles — celle-ci est pour les reines du country et les superfans de Shania !

Rendez-vous le vendredi 15 novembre au Gavan’s Hotel pour Man, I Feel Like Shania — un hommage survolté à l’unique Shania Twain, présenté par Jayla Kirkey. Avec une voix puissante, une présence scénique irrésistible et un charisme contagieux, Jayla offre une performance dynamique qui vous fera chanter, danser et célébrer l’une des artistes les plus emblématiques de l’histoire du country canadien.

Gavan’s Hotel, 1157, rue de Clarendon, Quyon (QC)
Portes : 20 h | Spectacle : 21 h
20 $ / billet
Besoin d’un lift ? Réservez à l’avance la navette aller-retour à 20 $ au départ de Hintonburg (Ottawa) — les places sont limitées !
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Let’s go, girls – this one’s for the country queens and Shania superfans!

Join us Friday, November 15 at Gavan’s Hotel for Man, I Feel Like Shania – a high-energy tribute to the one and only Shania Twain, presented by Jayla Kirkey. With powerhouse vocals, crowd-pleasing charisma, and undeniable stage presence, Jayla brings a dynamic performance that’ll have you dancing, singing, and celebrating one of the most iconic artists in Canadian country music history.

  • Gavan’s Hotel, 1157 Rue de Clarendon St., Quyon, QC
  • Doors at 8:00PM | Show at 9:00PM
  • $20/ticket
  • Need a lift? Book the $20 return shuttle from Hintonburg (Ottawa) in advance – seats are limited!
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