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November 12, 2025

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Shawville LYSE LACOURSE 819-647-5932

Happy birthday to the following people celebrating this upcoming week: Bromwell Sally, Leigh Richard, Amy Keindel, Kim Howard, Donna Presley, Cathy Pasch, Nicole Carson, Jane

Family makes all the difference

Donald Teuma-Castelletti SHAWVILLE April 25, 2018 April 25 is a day to celebrate the frontline face of all businesses across Canada: the person running the

Thank a farmer

Farming has been on my brain a lot lately. Perhaps it started when my daughter started going through her class roster, asking me who lived

Vinton DIANE BOISVERT 819-921-5296

A celebration of life for Anna Milliken Mayhew who passed away April 15 will take place at 11 a.m. on May 3 at Christ Church, 101 Symmes St., Aylmer (Gatineau) Que. In memoriam donations to La Maison Mathieu Froment-Savoie (www.mmfs.org/en/)

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Shawville LYSE LACOURSE 819-647-5932

Happy birthday to the following people celebrating this upcoming week: Bromwell Sally, Leigh Richard, Amy Keindel, Kim Howard, Donna Presley, Cathy Pasch, Nicole Carson, Jane O’Neill, James Howard, Julie Tubman, Earle Potvin, Robert Younge, Heather Grant, Patricia Greer, Heather Hodgins-Chan,

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Family makes all the difference

Donald Teuma-Castelletti SHAWVILLE April 25, 2018 April 25 is a day to celebrate the frontline face of all businesses across Canada: the person running the front desk, managing several tasks at once, remembering every name while learning new ones on

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The Way We Were Compiled by Bonnie Chevrier

Apr. 21, 1993 25 Years Ago Farmers feed on facts and figures at Mountainview Turf open house: To the farmer, management of information is becoming more important every day. This point was driven home in a variety of ways to

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We’ll get a bigger truck by Chris Judd

Many years ago, I overheard two hay marketers discussing their business over a beer in a local bar. They had been buying hay for two dollars a bale in another province and trucking it here to sell to local farmers

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Thank a farmer

Farming has been on my brain a lot lately. Perhaps it started when my daughter started going through her class roster, asking me who lived on a farm. It was surprising for me to actually realize that she, along with

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Ladysmith Lillian Pasch 819-647-5304

Our sympathy to the family and friends of Myrtle Deering who passed away last week at the age of 91 years. Myrtle lived most of her life in Ladysmith and was in a nursing home in Brockville, Ont. for the

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LOCAL EVENTS
Pontiac Historical Society AGM

Pontiac Historical Society AGM

November 12, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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.

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

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