When you can’t hear
March 17, 2026
Fifty years ago I taught my first Sunday school class in a large church. I was excited and scared at the same time, so I
The Equity
Pontiac paints the town green
March 17, 2026
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations took the Pontiac by storm this weekend. As always, Quyon led the Pontiac in St. Paddy’s spirit, kicking off the weekend
Just what we needed
March 10, 2026
Dear Editor, Just what we needed – another war. I’m struck by how Afghanistan rhymes with Viet Nam, and Iraq and Iran. The U.S. warmongers
Waltham notes
March 10, 2026
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Sharon Durocher-Fleming, of Chapeau. She was the beloved wife of Herbert Fleming. Sharon was born and
When someone cares
March 10, 2026
Belonging to a community of caring people doesn’t remove all the sadness, but genuine love reaches in and warms the heart of another. It shows
Against ag research cuts
March 3, 2026
Editor, Prime Minister Carney likes to say his government is investing in Canada, but his recent cuts to agriculture research (as well as other federal
When the answer is no
March 3, 2026
When my little stray cat Cleo stopped eating, I tried many things to turn that around. And because I pray about pretty well everything, I
Waltham notes
March 3, 2026
Congratulations is extended to our new fire chief Michelle Vanasse. We wish you all the best in your new role. Happy belated birthday is wished
Thank you Darcy
February 24, 2026
Dear Editor, Thank you Darcy Findlay for bringing hockey back to Shawville. Your teams on the ice and off the ice were amazing. The fan
Trump’s setback
February 24, 2026
Dear Editor, The American Supreme court has finally ruled on Trump’s tariffs actions, saying they are illegal. Tariffs must be legislated through Congress, not by
When you can’t hear
March 17, 2026
Fifty years ago I taught my first Sunday school class in a large church. I was excited and scared at the same time, so I memorized the whole lesson, including the Bible verse. It was only as I got closer
Pontiac paints the town green
March 17, 2026
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations took the Pontiac by storm this weekend. As always, Quyon led the Pontiac in St. Paddy’s spirit, kicking off the weekend with a tea organized by the Quyon Pastoral Charge. The event brought in close to
Just what we needed
March 10, 2026
Dear Editor, Just what we needed – another war. I’m struck by how Afghanistan rhymes with Viet Nam, and Iraq and Iran. The U.S. warmongers just won’t learn from past disasters. This unforced error was instigated by the collector of
Waltham notes
March 10, 2026
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Sharon Durocher-Fleming, of Chapeau. She was the beloved wife of Herbert Fleming. Sharon was born and raised in Waltham. She was a woman of remarkable strength, dedication and heart. The love
When someone cares
March 10, 2026
Belonging to a community of caring people doesn’t remove all the sadness, but genuine love reaches in and warms the heart of another. It shows in a person’s eyes, in a tender voice, their words, and even a big hug.
Against ag research cuts
March 3, 2026
Editor, Prime Minister Carney likes to say his government is investing in Canada, but his recent cuts to agriculture research (as well as other federal research programs) make a mockery of that statement. We have been told that the federal
When the answer is no
March 3, 2026
When my little stray cat Cleo stopped eating, I tried many things to turn that around. And because I pray about pretty well everything, I asked the Lord to heal her. I did that a year ago when she stopped
Waltham notes
March 3, 2026
Congratulations is extended to our new fire chief Michelle Vanasse. We wish you all the best in your new role. Happy belated birthday is wished to our dear neighbour Megan Kelly-Rochon, and little PJ Romain, who celebrated birthdays on Feb.
Thank you Darcy
February 24, 2026
Dear Editor, Thank you Darcy Findlay for bringing hockey back to Shawville. Your teams on the ice and off the ice were amazing. The fan support from all over the Pontiac was great. Well done Darcy. Bert Murphy, Shawville
Trump’s setback
February 24, 2026
Dear Editor, The American Supreme court has finally ruled on Trump’s tariffs actions, saying they are illegal. Tariffs must be legislated through Congress, not by unilateral presidential decree. Unfortunately the president is now attacking and insulting the judges for being
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