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Transcollines, a regional public transit service based in MRC des Collines that also serves the MRC Pontiac, has launched a new mobile app as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations. Featuring improvements to existing services, as well as new features, it is now possible to purchase tickets online via the app. Monthly passes can be […]
The Municipality of Fort-Coulonge has issued a statement requesting residents to stop flushing wipes down the drain. According to the municipality, these items cause damage to the pump and sewer system, which can cause damages of up to $5,000. “These expenses are paid by the municipality, and therefore funded by your taxes,” stated the municipality. […]
Local acting troupe the Pontiac Community Players are hosting a series of free, outdoor productions at community parks throughout the region over the month of August. Will Bastien, who is co-directing the production with Darlene Pashak, explained that the play “Twain’s Tales” will be a collection of short stories by legendary author Mark Twain. He […]
Will Bastien of the Pontiac Community Players talks about their upcoming production “Twain’s Tales”, which debuts on August 2.
Police are searching for a 53-year-old Quyon man who has been missing in the Ottawa River since 5:30 p.m. Sunday (July 27). The man apparently jumped into the water from a pontoon boat near Ile Mohr (just downriver from Quyon) while attempting to rescue a swimmer in distress. In a press release issued Monday, the […]
The Hull-Ottawa-Aylmer chapters of Alcoholics Anonymous are hosting their 50th annual congress on August 16 and 17. The theme of this year’s event is “Unis dans l’espoir” (United in hope), explained spokesperson Christian D, adding that it will take place in French. He said that the conference will feature speakers as well as other activities, […]
Police from the local Sûreté du Québec detatchment arrested a man in Bryson on Sunday morning (July 27), after they were called about a stolen vehicle. According to SQ spokesperson Sgt. Marc Tessier, police were called at around 7 a.m. regarding a possible stolen vehicle at a residence on rue Wellington in Bryson. Officers confirmed […]
A woman originally from Bryson has written a movie script that is currently in production in the Pontiac region. Mireille Normandeau explained that her psychological thriller “Twin Compass” is on the subject of bullying, a subject that she felt needs more attention. She said she’s been working on the project for more than a year. […]
Filmmaker Mireille Normandeau talks about filming her movie “Twin Compass”.
The Pontiac Innovation Business Hub, located at the former Caisse Desjardins building in downtown Fort-Coulonge, is just a few weeks away from opening. Extensive work has been completed to accommodate entrepreneurs, professionals, and organizations needing office space and various services. CHIP 101.9 had the opportunity to tour this new business center with its owner, real […]