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November 12, 2025

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Ready or not

Politics has taken over the news for a month now. Although many may think that we have little or no say in what happens, we

Nice, unless provoked

At the start of the hockey game, following the singing of O Canada, the Ottawa crowd booed The Star-Spangled Banner. Until that moment, we didn’t

Down in the dumps

The weather is cold, we’re stuck inside, the groundhog saw his shadow, the sun seems to be refusing to shine, and never mind that the

Jillian Young – Quyon

Deepest sympathy is extended to Maureen Knight and her family on the passing of her partner, Eric Dubeau, on Jan. 15, and her brother-in-law Yvon

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Greer family on the loss of Jason on Jan. 27, at the age of 84. Jason was the husband of

Waltham – Helen Perry

Congratulations is extended to Shannon Pelletier on the birth of her beautiful baby girl Oaklynn Elizabeth Rose. She was born on Mon., Jan. 27. Nevaeh,

Losing control

Twice recently I made a stop with my car and slid. The ice underneath the snow makes it very easy to slip. I am wary,

Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

The Municipality of Shawville asks that residents keep their eyes open to see if any street lights are out or flickering or are on during

Waltham – Helen Perry

Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Dan Amyotte, his wife Lynn Dempsey, his siblings, family and friends, in the recent passing of his

Elections – now what?

These are nerve-racking times for many, but this is not new! About 40 years ago, the prime minister of Canada and the president of the

Ready or not

Politics has taken over the news for a month now. Although many may think that we have little or no say in what happens, we have definitely noticed the effect that millions of people can have when we all stand

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Nice, unless provoked

At the start of the hockey game, following the singing of O Canada, the Ottawa crowd booed The Star-Spangled Banner. Until that moment, we didn’t know how really upset Canadians were. All week, the US president had been chastising Canada

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Down in the dumps

The weather is cold, we’re stuck inside, the groundhog saw his shadow, the sun seems to be refusing to shine, and never mind that the news says we’ll be paying more for everything soon. The only response to all this

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Jillian Young – Quyon

Deepest sympathy is extended to Maureen Knight and her family on the passing of her partner, Eric Dubeau, on Jan. 15, and her brother-in-law Yvon Knight on Jan. 21. Our thoughts and prayers are with Maureen, Karen, Bobby, and their

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

Our deepest condolences to the Greer family on the loss of Jason on Jan. 27, at the age of 84. Jason was the husband of the late Viola and the father of Ricky, Colleen, late Randy, Cory, Debbie, Melanie and

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Congratulations is extended to Shannon Pelletier on the birth of her beautiful baby girl Oaklynn Elizabeth Rose. She was born on Mon., Jan. 27. Nevaeh, Logan and Zoey are tickled pink to have a new little sister. She is the

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Losing control

Twice recently I made a stop with my car and slid. The ice underneath the snow makes it very easy to slip. I am wary, so I am driving slower and praying as I go. Losing control is not something

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Shawville – Lyse Lacourse

The Municipality of Shawville asks that residents keep their eyes open to see if any street lights are out or flickering or are on during the day. Let them know by sending them an email at office@shawville.ca. Please include street

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Waltham – Helen Perry

Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Dan Amyotte, his wife Lynn Dempsey, his siblings, family and friends, in the recent passing of his dearly loved mother Marilyn Amyotte (nee Mousseau). She was the beloved wife of the late

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Elections – now what?

These are nerve-racking times for many, but this is not new! About 40 years ago, the prime minister of Canada and the president of the United States decided that there should be a free trade agreement between the two countries.

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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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