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Municipality of Pontiac selected for ethics audit
In June, the Quebec Municipal Commission (CMQ) announced that it was conducting a performance audit of the code of ethics and professional conduct of around twenty municipalities throughout the province. Among the municipalities selected for analysis was the Municipality of Pontiac, located in the MRC des Collines. The objective of this work is to assess […]
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Bryson Lions serving up cipaille this Sunday
The Bryson Lions Club is putting on their annual cipaille supper this Sunday (August 3) starting at noon at their hall on rue Principale. Cipaille (or sea-pie) is a traditional layered meat pie, and the club has been holding the fundraiser for more than 25 years. President Betty Leach explained that preparations are already underway […]
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Police recover body of Quyon man missing since Sunday
The search for a 53-year-old Quyon man who had been missing in the Ottawa River since Sunday afternoon ended earlier today (July 29), as the man’s body was located by Sûreté du Québec divers around 12:45 p.m. It took roughly an hour to bring the victim to the riverbank where his death was confirmed. “A […]
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Jardin éducatif holding annual barbecue next week
Local non-profit organization the Jardin éducatif du Pontiac will be hosting their annual barbecue on Tuesday August 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Director Martin Riopel spoke with CHIP 101.9 about the this year’s event:
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Transcollines releases new mobile app
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 […]
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Fort-Coulonge urges citizens to avoid flushing wipes
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. […]
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Pontiac Community Players coming to a park near you
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 […]
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Quyon man missing in Ottawa River since Sunday evening
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 […]
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Regional francophone AA group hosting 50th annual conference
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, […]
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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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