Immigration dept. promotes “francisation” for newcomers
The provincial government’s message to newly arrived immigrants is clear: understanding and speaking French in Quebec is a priority. At a press conference presenting a new French-language learning tool for …
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A community landmark changes hands; Aaron family to sell Restaurant Diana
It was the kind of place people called a second home, the kind of place you might sit down to have a meal alone and feel perfectly comfortable. Restaurant Diana, …
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City’s plan to reform snow removal policy worries elderly, MDs
The city of Quebec’s proposition to clear fewer sidewalks this winter in has some seniors and medical professionals worried about a possible increase in the number of sidewalk falls among …
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Holland School Governing Board is currently seeking a community member
The Holland School Governing Board is currently seeking a community member for the 2008-2009 school year. If you are interested in providing a helping hand to the board, please contact …
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It’s flu vaccine time! Friday, November 14, 2008 Flu Clinic at the Jeff!
You must make an appointment by calling Mamie Stewart at 418 684-JEFF (5333), ext. 1564. Jeffery Hale Community Services will hold a one-day flu vaccination clinic for the following …
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C.W.L. Shannon Nov. 23rd Community Breakfast
The CWL of Shannon will hold a community breakfast from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. at the Shannon Community Center, 75 Gosford, Shannon. The price is $6.00 for adultes, $4.00 …
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A Capacity for Caring
Have you ever noticed how often life seems to be stitched together by the coincidence of synchronous events, where everything you read, every person you encounter, every indiscriminate thought you …
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Memorials and things of fame
The Morning Telegraph 1848 Recently, in England, seventy-seven miles were passed over by an express train in seventy eight minutes twenty-nine seconds, including a stoppage of five minutes, …
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Calèche driver Billy Gallichon dies at 81
Renowned calèche driver Billy Carol Gallichon passed away at St. Brigid’s Home at the age of 81. Danny Doyle, friend and fellow driver, spoke of Gallishon’s dedication during his 46 …
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Dilapidated farmhouse holds memories of a rustic youth
It’s a handsome Québécois farmhouse and it stands beside what was once called the King’s Highway. It has been part of my life since its heyday as the nerve centre …
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