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William Amos comments on the government’s investment in the agricultural sector
Pontiac MP William Amos commented in a press release on his government’s initiative to create up to 700 new jobs for young people in the agricultural sector. Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau announced an investment of $9.2 million to improve the Youth Employment and Skills Program (YESP). The MP for Pontiac mentioned that he meets regularly […]
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Michaela Cahill returns to La Voix in September
The local singer, Michaela Cahill, who takes part in the TV show La Voix on TVA, spoke to Marie Gionet of CHIP 101,9 where she explained that the program will be back on September 20. CHIP101.9 · Extrait – Michaela Cahill – Retour La voix Champs de bataille In the meantime, Michaela Cahill will be […]
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Jane Toller thanks the Comptoir St-Pierre for making masks
MRC Pontiac Warden Jane Toller thanked those who make masks in the Pontiac. Among other things, in her weekly update, she thanked the Comptoir St-Pierre. CHIP101.9 · Clip – Jane Toller – Masks Jane Toller believes that wearing a mask could help the Pontiac keep the COVID-19 total at 0.
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Island Brae Golf Club is taking the necessary measures to welcome golfers
Like various golf clubs across Quebec, the Island Brae Golf Club located in Isle-aux-Allumettes opened recently with special measures. Jake Shields explains the various measures put in place to ensure the safety of players. CHIP101.9 · Clip – Jake Shields – The different measures The full interview with Jake Shield is available here.
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What does the return of the NHL mean for the 2020 Draft Lottery
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman announced Tuesday the plan for the 2020 NHL Draft Lottery. The announcement of the National Hockey League’s Return to Play Plan earlier this week has hockey fans excited to see their favourite teams hit the ice for the first time since early March. But what does this mean for the seven […]
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5:30 pm Update – Jane Toller – May 29 2020
Daily update from the Warden of the MRC Pontiac Jane Toller regarding the situation surrounding COVID-19. CHIP101.9 · May 29 2020_ Jane Toller Update_
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Campsites and outfitting establishments to open on June 1st
It will be possible to stay at campsites, outfitting establishments and other tourist accommodation in Quebec as of June 1st. The marinas will also be accessible again from this same date. Many measures will apply and must be respected, including the rule on outdoor gatherings of ten people. The Minister of Tourism, Caroline Proulx, recalled […]
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Mansfield woman involved in a series of robberies
A 41-year-old woman from Mansfield was arrested on May 27th in connection with a series of robberies that occurred in the MRC Pontiac between January and April. The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) indicated that the woman was released on a promise to appear at a later date at the Campbell’s Bay courthouse, where she could […]
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5:30 pm Update – Jane Toller – May 28 2020
Daily update from the Warden of the MRC Pontiac Jane Toller regarding the situation surrounding COVID-19. CHIP101.9 · May 28 2020_ Jane Toller Update
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Report – Quebec Government’s 1 p.m. press briefing- May 28 2020
The Quebec government held a press briefing today to update citizens regarding the situation surrounding COVID-19 across Québec. These press briefings are broadcast live on the air in French at 1 p.m. on CHIP 101.9. During The Drive on CHIP 101.9, after 5p.m., the following English report was presented to summarize the briefing and its […]
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