The Maison de la Littérature takes flight
After years of planning, restoration and renovation, the Maison de la Littérature in Old Quebec was officially opened on October 8. Located in the former Wesleyan Methodist Church at the …
Peter Charles JOHNSTON 1941 – 2015
Peter Charles Johnston, son of the late Mary and Robert Johnston, died accidentally on October 6, 2015, at the age of 73. Born in Edmonton, Alberta, he lived in Quebec …
Beauport-Limoilou debate brings politics to the people
Over a hundred curious voters filed into the Jean-Guy Drolet community centre in Limoilou, having learned of the event largely through social media. After a schedule change and withdrawal of …
“Prost!” at Oktoberfest
German beer flowed during Festibière’s first Oktoberfest held at Quebec’s ExpoCité from October 9 to 11. Some 8,000 people joined the Bavarian-themed party during the Thanksgiving weekend. People sang, raised …
Opinion: Government advertising must support community voices
Each week in Canada, over 1,000 English and French community newspapers just like the Quebec Chronicle-Telegraph go about the business of telling stories that matter to the communities they serve. …
Congratulations to Flo Regalbuto on her 100th birthday
Fleurette Regalbuto, known to her friends as “Flo,” crossed the 100-year line on October 13, 2015. Family and friends surrounded her on this special centenary birthday celebration at Heritage Manor …
Animals in Quebec lead a dog’s life
Attention has been paid recently in Quebec regarding animal rights and protection. Radio Canada did a report during the dog days of summer discussing financial problems at the Société protectrice …
Alupa Clarke draws inspiration from across Canada
Alupa Clarke is trying to add to the Conservative seat count in the October 19 election. A 28-year-old military reservist in the 5th Field Artillery Regiment, Clarke is the candidate …
Keeping things uniform
The start of the academic year leads some parents and children to consider the merits of school uniforms. Having grown up in a Commonwealth country that favours school uniforms, I …
St. Patrick’s seniors lose a heartbreaker to the Carcajous
After their resounding 41-22 win over the Donnacona Diables on October 4, St. Pat’s High School Fighting Irish senior football team continued their march towards the postseason. On October 10, …