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Police recover stolen vehicle in Bryson, man arrested
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 […]
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Bryson woman’s film on bullying being shot in Pontiac
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. […]
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CHIP 101.9 visits Pontiac business hub
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 […]
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Heavy rainstorms leave thousands without power
Thursday evening’s (July 24) heavy rain and wind have downed trees and left thousands without power in the Pontiac region. The hardest hit areas are the southern municipalities of Shawville, Portage-du-Fort, Bristol and Municipality of Pontiac, with a total of around 5,000 addresses with no electricity, according to Hydro-Quebec’s website. The estimated times for power […]
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Calumet man wanted in Ontario arrested for speeding in stolen vehicle
Around 2:00 p.m. Tuesday afternoon (July 23) officers from the local Sûreté du Québec detachment stopped a vehicle for speeding on Route 301 in Litchfield, as it was traveling 127 km/h in a 90 km/h zone. During the stop, officers discovered that the vehicle’s license plate did not match the vehicle and that the driver […]
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Groupe L’Île-du-Grand-Calumet holding fishing derby August 9
The Groupe L’Île-du-Grand-Calumet is preparing to welcome anglers from all over for the 7th edition of its fishing derby. The event will take place on Saturday, August 9th, and as Guylaine Lasalle of the L’Île-du-Grand-Calumet Group explains, registration can be done on site. A prize worth $200, along with a trophy, will be awarded to […]
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New Mansfield halte loses section to erosion
This past spring, some erosion along river bank at the new halte by the Félix-Gabriel-Marchand Bridge in Mansfield-et-Pontefract gave the municipality a scare. A block of ice cut into part of the site’s terrain, damaging the trail that had been installed at the tourist stop. However, the municipality’s public works employees responded quickly, as Mansfield […]
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Fort-Coulonge mayor denounces vandalism spree
The mayor of Fort-Coulonge, Christine Francoeur, is concerned about the vandalism that has been occurring in her municipality for about three weeks now. Vandals have committed several misdeeds and offenses, ranging from graffiti to moving benches at the Fort-Coulonge cenotaph. Unfortunately, insurance does not cover damages of this type. According to Francoeur, the amount has […]
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Jane Toller not seeking re-election
This story has been updated from its original version. Pontiac Warden Jane Toller announced earlier today (July 23) that she will not be seeking a third term in this fall’s municipal elections. Toller made the announcement at a press conference at her bed and breakfast the Spruceholm Inn, with several local media outlets. Toller was […]
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Deadline approaching for participatory budget projects in Campbell’s Bay
The Municipality of Campbell’s Bay is inviting citizens and non-profit organizations to submit projects aimed at promoting active civic participation, sustainable development, and social cohesion. This initiative, known as a “participatory budget” was announced back in February, and Campbell’s Bay is just one of four local municipalities participating. The priority areas identified are tourism, culture, […]
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