Leslie Vertes’ audience at St. Lawrence College last Tuesday, November 13, was forever changed by the beauty and eloquence with which he told his painfully captivating life story of the…
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The watchtower of the old prison on the Plains
I don’t know if any readers correctly identified the building in Jay Ouellet’s photo in the QCT of October 31, 2012, but it is obviously the tower of the old…
Success of Senior Information Day underscores importance of information and support for local seniors
By all accounts, the first Senior Information Day was a success. Nearly sixty seniors interacted with representatives from eighteen local service providers, and attended three conferences on key topics. Community…
St. Pat’s hosts STEP UP 2012
On Friday, November 9, St. Patrick’s High School hosted 300 student delegates from around the province for the Provincial Student Leadership Day STEP UP 2012.The day began with an astounding…
For 17th year in a row, Community Christmas Hamper Campaign brings holiday joy to those in need
The Christmas season of Peace and Joy is just around the corner, but for many in the Quebec City region – particularly those facing unemployment, living on restricted incomes, or…
Bond, James Bond at the Morrin Centre
(Press release) You are cordially invited to attend the Canadian Premiere of the documentary Everything or Nothing: The Untold Story of 007 to be held on Sunday, November 25 at…
Joan O’Brien Wheeler (nee Seale) 1930-2012
On October 7th of this year, at the age of 82, Joan Seale passed away at St. Brigid’s Home surrounded by her loving children. She was the daughter of the…
Desmond Patrick Hanrahan 1919 – 2012
The family of Desmond Patrick Hanrahan, who died on November 9, 2012, wishes to thank all relatives and friends who sent their expressions of sympathy. May each of you consider…
Sillery Artists host annual sale
A Christmas exhibition and sale, hosted by l’Association des créatures et artisans de Sillery (ACAS), opened on Friday, November 15. According to Mary Robertson, one of the artists, the opening…
“Green Roof” cultural salons at U.S. Consulate are open to all
Professional pianists, music teachers, and individuals widely interested in literature, active discussions and the arts, Mary Linklater and Katarzyna (Kasia) Borkowska recently launched a series of cultural salons open to…