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Businessman Bruno St-Cyr has announced to CHIP 101.9 that he will be the fourth candidate running for the position of prefect in the upcoming November 2 elections. Known as the owner of Scierie Davidson, St-Cyr joins the race following incumbent prefect Jane Toller, municipal councilor Josey Bouchard, and councilor Jean-Pierre Landry (both from Campbell’s Bay). […]

Pierre Cyr, candidate for mayor of the Village Municipality of Fort-Coulonge in the upcoming November 2 election, recently visited the CHIP 101.9 studio. Currently, the only candidate running for the position, Cyr, shared what motivated him to enter the mayoral race.     Having attended most municipal meetings in recent years as a citizen, Pierre […]

As the November 2 election approaches, a familiar face in municipal politics, Colleen Larivière, is seeking a fourth term as mayor of Litchfield. First elected in 2013, she is once again seeking the support of residents. Larivière has often been viewed as part of the opposition to outgoing Warden Jane Toller during Pontiac MRC council […]

Final Draw of CHIP 101.9’s Chase the Ace Brings More Winners The final draw of CHIP 101.9’s Chase the Ace, held on Thursday, September 25, once again made several participants very happy. As announced regularly on-air in recent weeks, and in order to comply with licensing requirements, the accumulated jackpot had to be awarded. Following […]

Chichester Mayor Donald Gagnon will once again seek re-election in the municipal vote scheduled for November 2. He has already filed his nomination papers. With about 30 years of political experience, Gagnon holds the title of dean among Pontiac mayors. He has most often been re-elected without opposition at the head of Chichester Township, including […]

Bristol residents will head to the polls this fall, as Mayor Brent Orr faces opposition for the first time in years. First elected in 2009, Mr. Orr was returned to office by acclamation in both 2017 and 2021. This time, he will be challenged by incumbent councillor Valérie Twolan-Graham, who currently holds Seat 1. Twolan-Graham […]

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. […]

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 […]