Their courage, service and sacrifice must never be forgotten
Across the country, Canadians gathered at war memorials on November 11 in commemoration of the many thousands of soldiers who died while serving their country during the Boer War, the …
20th Community Christmas Hamper Campaign brings important changes
The Community Christmas Hamper Campaign (CCHC) is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2015. This year’s campaign, which runs from November 9 to December 13, will bring some important changes with …
Saint Brigid’s Guild Sale – “an adrenalin rush”
In the early hours of November 7, long lines of people, many holdings cups of hot coffee, tea or chocolate, waited for the basement doors of Église Saint-Charles-Garnier to open …
The legacy of the Bergen-Belsen babies
Bergen-Belsen concentration camp became well-known as a result of Anne Frank’s famous diary. Both Anne and her sister Margot died at Bergen-Belsen in February or March 1945. Only weeks later, …
MCDC celebrates its 15th anniversary
The Megantic English-speaking Community Development Corporation (MCDC) recently celebrated its 15th anniversary with a special dinner and dance evening at the Thetford Mines Golf and Curling Club. Established on …
Memorials and Things of Fame
1865 The Morning Chronicle The clamorous rush to obtain employment, which takes place whenever a vehicle is in demand, is truly annoying. It has been ascertained from the carters themselves …
STREET VIEWS: The story behind Rue Learmonth
Rue Learmonth, a short street in the Montcalm district, is named in honour of Okill Massey Learmonth, VC, MC. Born in Quebec City on February 20, 1894, he is considered …
Chantons Noel! at the Parade des jouets
Now that Halloween is over, Christmas is coming (already!). The 14th annual Parade des jouets (toy parade) will take place on Saturday, November 14, starting at 3:00 p.m. from the …
The remains of 204 people laid to rest in Mount Hermon Cemetery
The earthly remains of 204 people were interred in Mount Hermon Cemetery on November 5. They were originally buried in the St. John Street Protestant Cemetery, now referred to as …
Literally feasting at the Morrin Centre
The Morrin Centre’s Literary Feast last Saturday evening was a feast for the eyes, ears and palate. After enjoying a convivial cocktail in the Centre’s cosy library, guests oohed and …