Next Generation Steps Up as Young Local Farmers Drive the 179th Ayers Cliff Fair

Next Generation Steps Up as Young Local Farmers Drive the 179th Ayers Cliff Fair

AYER'S CLIFF, August 31st 2026 - The 179th edition of the Ayers Cliff Fair brought thousands of visitors to the Stanstead County grounds from August 27th to 30th, celebrating agriculture, community and local traditions. While the fair offers entertainment, rides and activities for families, agriculture remains at its heart. This year, organizers highlighted the growing participation of young beef and dairy farmers, with barns filled with livestock prepared for competition. […]

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Festival des Traditions du Monde Celebrates 29th Edition in Sherbrooke

FLEURIMONT, August 13th 2026 — The Festival des Traditions du Monde is bringing music, food and cultures from around the world to Sherbrooke for its 29th edition, running from August 12 to 16. Thousands of visitors are expected to attend the five-day event, which transforms the festival grounds into a multicultural village featuring performances, food vendors and merchants. Operations manager Jean-Chal Doillon says organizers began preparing the site on July […]

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Mont-Orford Summer Food Truck Wednesdays Scale Up in Picturesque Eastern Townships Setting

Mont-Orford, August 7th 2026 - Every Wednesday throughout the summer, the base of Mount Orford becomes a gathering place for residents, tourists and local food vendors. The weekly food truck event, running until August 26, offers visitors a variety of food options, live music and activities for families. According to Renault Tremblay, Director of Food and Beverage Services at Mount Orford, the event has grown significantly since its early days. […]

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Fever Fest 2026 Nears $10,000 Fundraising Goal for Eastern Townships Charities

LENNOXVILLE, July 2026 — Fever Fest returned to the Eastern Townships this weekend, bringing together local musicians, volunteers, and residents for a backyard fundraiser supporting three regional charities. Hosted by John Maysenhoelder, known locally as Johnny Fever, the annual event featured live performances, food, silent auctions, and community activities, with all proceeds benefiting Moisson Estrie, Lennoxville Pet Connection, and the Alzheimer Society of Estrie. Maysenhoelder said the festival began more […]

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Café Blah Blah Set to Reopen after 2 years with New Terrace and Plans for Expanded Service

SHERBROOKE, July 7th 2026 — More than two years after a devastating fire forced its closure, Café Bla-Bla is preparing to reopen its doors following a rebuild that preserved the character of one of downtown Sherbrooke's longest-standing restaurants. The restaurant, a fixture on Wellington Street South since 1972, officially reopens to the public on July 8 after a soft opening for family, friends, and invited guests. Owner Maxime Poither said […]

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Community Spirit and Creative Heritage Take Center Stage as Liberal Leader Charles Milliard Meets with Community for the 116th Hatley Canada Day

HATLEY, June 29th 2026 — Thousands of visitors gathered in Hatley on Monday as one of the Eastern Townships' longest-running community traditions returned for its 116th Canada Day celebration. The annual event featured a parade, children's activities, artisan vendors, live music, fireworks, and community fundraising, drawing families from across the region to the village's historic centre. Event coordinator Shelby Drew said the celebration has remained a family tradition for generations. […]

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From Classroom Concept to Maker Fair Success in Miami, Minecraft-Inspired Jukebox Turns Heads

SHERBROOKE, June 2026 — A Minecraft-inspired engineering project created by a recent Champlain College graduate is drawing attention for transforming a familiar video game feature into a fully functional music player. The project, developed by 2026 Champlain College graduate Mateo and his teammate Logan as part of an Experimental Physics course, recreates Minecraft's iconic jukebox using 3D printing, electronics, and near-field communication (NFC) technology. By inserting specially designed […]

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Rock Forest Water Tower Illumination Project Wins 2026 Public Choice Award

Rock Forest–Saint-Élie–Deauville, April 24, 2026 — Eric Gauthier, Commercial Revitalization Advisor, affiliated with Entreprendre Sherbrooke / Sherbrooke Innovante, for Sherbrooke’s Rock Forest–Deauville sector, says an illumination project helped renew interest in a commercial corridor impacted by major roadwork along Boulevard Bourque, which had reduced traffic and limited access to the area. The initiative transformed a local water tower into a projection surface featuring seasonal displays aimed at attracting residents and […]

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Flamenco for Farnham’s 150th Anniversary

Farnham, April 15, 2026 – Have you ever dreamed of attending a live flamenco performance? Now is your chance! As part of its 150th-anniversary celebrations, the City of Farnham presents: Rite by the acclaimed company La Otra Orilla. This performance is presented in collaboration with Le Vaisseau d’Art, an organization that has spent the last three years bringing unique, "off the beaten path" classical music performances to the Farnham community. […]

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