Passing around the hat for a good cause Dear Editor, Recently close to 50 former students gathered in Hudson to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their graduation back in 1969 from Hudson High School. Many had begun their education in 1957 at a local kindergarten class. Others came and went but we all had a link to 1969 which was, or would have been, our mutual graduation year. They came from England, New York, Nigeria, Switzerland, Michigan, Alberta, Nova Scotia, British Col

The CAQ Anglo consultation tour Dear Editor, Criticism from the Quebec Community Groups Network (QCGN) levelled against the majority Coalition Avenir Quebec (CAQ) government and, in particular, its point man for Anglophone relations Christopher Skeete, is nothing new. The latest complaint, via a communiqué on July 26, was regarding an announcement of a CAQ consultation tour scheduled for this fall. The aim of the exercise is to develop an action plan geared towards the worrie

Cost effective? Dear Editor, A supposed couple of the police squad came to my door last week. Their intent was to, “…inspect our house for adequate fire-alarms.” I did not ask for this service and I did not admit them into the house. They seemed to be on foot. If this is a legitimate activity I do not approve of no-doubt exorbitant public expense for these pedestrian wanderers through the day when most houses are vacant anyway. Perhaps something more useful could be implement

Coywolves Dear Editor, I noticed a recent article you had about coywolves after an internet search my husband and I did recently. We were on our way home and we were taking Route Harwood from the Whitlock golf club. As we passed Montée Cadieux, something very large crossed the road at high speed and then disappeared into the brush. Its movement resembled that of a wolf and its size was impressive (like a deer only too low to the ground and its movement too stealthy). We have

PHOTO COURTESY ANTHONY PETRONE These five athletes (Alexander Ardeleanu, Thomas Watier, Rafael Cortez, Arianna Fedele and Chloe Mossa) accompanied by their coaches (Nicholas and Anthony Petrone) and a parent (Gustavo Cortez) from Twins Taekwondo in Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac, were once again invited to attend the elite training camp given by the Soo Shim Taekwondo School in Skeleftea, Sweden. This five day camp took place from July 31st to August 4th with over 230 participants from

THE JOURNAL FILE PHOTO/JOHN JANTAK Voted 7th Best City across the country in which to raise children The Town of Vaudreuil-Dorion issued a press release this week sharing the Maclean's magazine ranking of the city that offers optimal conditions for raising children, ranking 7th on the national scene. Canada's Best Communities 2019, published by Maclean's magazine, measures different aspects of Canadian cities to establish the ranking. Overall, Vaudreuil-Dorion ranks 156th out

PHOTO BY PETER ZEEMAN It's time to start planning for the 6th Annual Bryan Liew Race in Saint-Lazare, a highlight of the local running calendar. Once again, the event will be held the second Sunday of September, starting and finishing from Westwood Park. The early-bird entry rate is available until September 6. Five and 10 km race – Age under 18: $15; Adults: $20; Kids 1 km: $7; 400 metres ‘Bouts de Chou’ (6 and under): Free. Race day registration: Five and 10 km – Age under

THE JOURNAL FILE PHOTO/JOHN JANTAK The Second Mile Seniors Club registration and membership renewal will take place August 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and August 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Le Faubourg de l’Île Shopping Plaza, 101 Cardinal-Léger Boulevard in Pincourt. Registration will also take place at the Omni-Centre, 375 Cardinal-Léger Boulevard September 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. We welcome all seniors to join and have fun while making new friends. Registration fee is $15. Conta

On Saturday, August 24 join Rosie Animal Adoption at Pierrefonds Animal Hospital from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. We will be having a BBQ of grilled cheese sandwiches and corn! Get your animal’s nails clipped by Isabelle, a Pierrefonds technician, for $10 (cash only). All proceeds go directly to Rosie Animal Adoption. Sweet Legs Vaudreuil-Dorion with Kim will be joining us at this event. This small local business sells all adult and kid sizes of fun printed leggings. As part of our ‘Sh

PHOTO COURTESY PEXELS Yoga for a Cause takes place for the fifth year in a row. YOGA ~ Community Fundraiser organized by Jasmine Ellemo of Jasmine Rose Yoga. Offer yourself the benefits of yoga, for the mind, heart, body and soul, while supporting a great community cause. Take part in the week-long yoga classes in Hudson or Rigaud while contributing to the mission of the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Palliative Care Residence. Come de-stress and improve your wellbeing. Join us from Aug