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As part of the 2025–2026 Heavy Vehicle Monitoring Plan, police in Quebec have intercepted over 1,600 heavy trucks so far, issuing roughly 2,000 tickets since the start of the operation, which will continue through 2026. Conducted in collaboration with Contrôle routier Québec, the initiative aims to strengthen enforcement, prevent risky behavior, and remind drivers of […]

On December 13th at 6:00 p.m., you can celebrate the magic of the season at the traditional Christmas dinner hosted by the Lajoie Centre for Francophone Seniors in Pembroke. It promises to be a wonderful evening filled with laughter, music, and shared moments in the community—celebrated in French. Myriam Forest, Community Relations Officer at the […]

In Mansfield-et-Pontefract, the magic of Christmas is slowly taking hold as homes begin to sparkle with festive lights. As in previous years, the Municipality is inviting residents to take part in the annual Christmas Decoration Contest, a cherished tradition that brightens the community. Mansfield-et-Pontefract Mayor Sandra Armstrong shared all the details with us: Several cash […]

The Mansfield Library invites the entire community to take part in its upcoming activities throughout November. The month kicks off with an art workshop on November 14th. France Lavoie from the Mansfield Library provides all the details: There are only a few days left before the event. Sign up now, as space is limited. For […]

Winter Tire Season Is Officially Underway — Install Yours by December 1st to Avoid a $200 Fine Winter tire season is officially open, and you have until December 1st to equip your vehicle. After this date, driving without winter tires can result in a $200 to $300 fine. Don’t wait too long, though: the later […]

Good news for the Mansfield community and surrounding areas: Patrick Bertrand and his wife, Brenda Tallon, owners of Station Mansfield in Mansfield, have decided to give back in their own way this fall. Every Monday throughout November, they will donate 3 cents per litre of gas sold to support the Centre de loisirs des Draveurs, […]

Sophie Chatel, Member of Parliament for Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi, praised her government’s measure announced in the federal budget aimed at increasing housing supply and helping young families purchase a home.   Sophie Chatel gave an interview to CHIP 101.9, where she discussed the various measures her government has implemented in the latest federal budget. The full […]

The project Les Carcajous Gourmands from École secondaire Sieur-de-Coulonge won the silver medal for the Outaouais region in the “Engaged Project” category at the 18th Forces AVENIR Gala for high school students. Held on October 22, the gala highlighted this initiative, which was born from a desire to take concrete action against food insecurity in […]

The Centre de services scolaire des Hauts-Bois-de-l’Outaouais (CSSHBO) has announced the members of its Board of Directors for the 2025–2026 term. Among the staff representatives is Julie Martin, Principal of École secondaire Sieur-de-Coulonge. Parent representatives include Sabrina Turcotte from École des Petits-Ponts and Sabrina Devlin from École Sieur-de-Coulonge. It should be noted that the position […]

Among the vaccines currently available during this pre-winter vaccination period is the one against the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). According to pharmacist Marc Aufranc, this vaccine can make a significant difference. In a conversation with CHIP 101.9, Aufranc explained that the virus can have serious health impacts on both the very young and the elderly. […]