Author: Eric O'Brien
Around 7:00 a.m. Monday morning, Sûreté du Québec officers from the MRC Pontiac detachment responded to a business on Highway 148 in Shawville following a break-in and theft. The suspect or suspects entered the property and fled with a white 2022 Polaris RZR off-road vehicle. They are believed to have broken through the business’s fence. […]
Call for Submissions – Public 3D Artwork The MRC Pontiac invites artists to submit a proposal for the creation of a three-dimensional outdoor artwork to be installed in front of its offices in Campbell’s Bay. Visible from Route 301 and the public parking lot Up to 2 meters high Project budget: $4,000 (taxes included) Deadline: […]
Get ready for an unforgettable day full of action, tradition, and fun at the Coulonge Falls Lumberjack Day Festival. Experience the full intensity of the forest with spectacular performances by the Great Canadian Lumberjacks. Numerous activities will be offered throughout the day. Sébastien Dagenais, Operations Manager at Coulonge Falls, provides more details on the day’s […]
National Tree and Forest Week (NTFW) is celebrated each year by many individuals and numerous government and non-government organizations. During NTFW, Canadians are encouraged to learn about Canada’s forest heritage and to gain a deeper understanding of this important and renewable resource. Forests are a cornerstone of our economy, culture, traditions, and history—as well as […]
A special event combining the outdoors, support, and community spirit will take place this weekend. The Pontiac Quad Club is hosting the “Color Ride” on September 27 to benefit L’EntourElle, a shelter that assists women who are victims of violence or facing difficulties. Guy Chénier, vice president of the Pontiac Quad Club, provides more details […]
The outgoing mayor of Mansfield-et-Pontefract, Sandra Armstrong, has confirmed that she will seek re-election. In an interview with CHIP 101.9, she explained the reasons behind her decision to run again. Ms. Armstrong highlighted the importance of maintaining sound financial management. The mayor of Mansfield-et-Pontefract, who also served as a councillor from 2017 to […]
Sophie Chatel, Member of Parliament for Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi, has announced that her constituency office will be relocating to Fort-Coulonge, within the Pontiac territory. The new office will be housed in the Business Centre, formerly the Desjardins credit union. As a result, her Campbell’s Bay office will be closing shortly. “This decision reflects our commitment to […]
ChatGPT said: All women in the region are warmly invited to gather for a fun country-themed evening with friends at the Draveurs Recreation Centre in Fort-Coulonge this October. Christine Bourque, Vice President of the Centre’s Board of Directors, shares all the details. Admission for the evening is $25, which includes BBQ snacks served throughout the […]
From October 1 to 31, the Outaouais BIBLIO Network is hosting the “Subscriber Hunt” contest, offering several great prizes to be won. Stéphanie Bellemarre from the Outaouais BIBLIO Network provides all the details: All library members will have the chance to win one of three regional prizes by submitting an entry form either at their […]
Former 2017 prefecture candidate Linda Davis has announced her intention to run for mayor of Shawville. In an interview with CHIP 101.9, she discussed her priorities and what motivates her to seek office, offering pointed criticism of the current administration under Mayor Bill McCleary. It’s worth noting that Linda Davis was heavily involved in […]