What an amazing Shawville Fair weekend that was! The weather was terrific, and the crowds were out in droves to take in all of the entertainment the Fair had to offer. I know my nieces and nephews had lots of

I sure hope that everyone enjoyed the last long weekend of the summer and the Shawville Fair. Mother Nature really co-operated with a weekend full of sunshine. On Sunday, it is an annual tradition for our family to take in

Our condolences to the Throp family on the loss of Michael on Aug. 22. Our sympathies to the Kluke family on the loss of Joseph on Aug. 23, at the age of 84. Our thoughts and prayers are with the

Congratulations to Paige Young and Blair Laughlin on the birth of their first baby on July 31. They welcomed a boy and have named him Wyatt George. Great-Grandpa Bob was showing me a few photos last week, and he sure

Birthday wishes are extended to Leona Carroll and Kerry Arnold, who are celebrating their birthdays on Sept. 5. We hope you enjoy your special day girls.   Birthday wishes are extended to Ashley McGuire, who is celebrating her birthday on

A surprise party was held at the fairgrounds in Quyon in honour of Garry Trudeau’s 70th birthday on Saturday. Garry was surrounded by a big crowd of family and friends as he marked this special birthday, with many camping there

We were saddened to hear of the passing of my cousin Michael (Mike) Throp. He was the loving partner of Mona Marion. Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Mona, family and friends at this difficult time. Birthday wishes

Our students, staff and teachers returning to school this week. Have a safe and wonderful year ahead. Happy belated 49th anniversary to Richard and Anne Armitage who celebrated last week. Happy wedding anniversary to Chris and Jeannie Judd who celebrated

Congratulations to Tammy Cheslock and Travis Meredith, as they were married on Fri.,Aug. 14. The happy couple were surrounded by a close circle of family and friends as they exchanged vows. Wishing Tammy and Travis all the best as they

Our deepest condolences to the Régimbald family on the loss of Jacques on Aug. 5, at the age of 44. Happy birthday to the following people celebrating their special day this upcoming week:  Marc Gregory, Jacques Demers, Val Mulligan, Rhonda