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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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After 44 Years in Education, Local Educator Publishes First Novel Inspired by the Eastern Townships

EASTERN TOWNSHIPS, June 26 2026 — After spending 44 years teaching in the Eastern Townships, local educator and weather enthusiast Andrew Retchless is beginning a new chapter with the release of his first novel, The Sneaky Chronicles - Where Time Stands Still, a story inspired by the region's landscapes, villages, and close-knit communities.   Retchless says the idea for the book began about 18 months ago while creating fictional characters […]

todayJune 26, 2026 643 100

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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 […]

todayJune 24, 2026 644 67

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Eastern Townships Farmer Emphasize Local Buying Before Seeking Government Support as Strawberry Season Is Delayed

WATERVILLE/LENNOXVILLE, June 18, 2026 — According to Karine Choinière of Ferme Wera in Lennoxville, strawberry growers across the Eastern Townships are expecting a later start to the harvest season following a colder-than-normal spring that slowed crop development throughout May. . Choinière reports that while recent warmer temperatures have improved growing conditions, many fields remain behind schedule. Strawberry plants are described as healthy, but harvest is expected to begin several days […]

todayJune 18, 2026 789 49

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CJMQ 88.9 FM is at the Community Media Job Fair!

Are you ready to break into broadcasting, launch your own show, or cover the stories that shape the Townships? Your next big opportunity starts right here! The CJMQ team is officially on the ground with our booth at "Your Career in Community Media: A Networking Event and Job Fair." Come sit down with us, talk face-to-face about our latest openings in on-air hosting, journalism, and audio production, and drop off […]

todayJune 11, 2026 705 96

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Sherbrooke Continues to Reject LiveBarn Cameras, Deepening Debate on Referee Safety

SHERBROOKE, May 29th, 2026 — Concerns surrounding referee safety and accountability in local hockey arenas are fueling debate in Sherbrooke after the city reaffirmed its refusal to allow LiveBarn streaming cameras in municipal sports facilities.   City officials have cited legal limitations involving municipal subsidy rules and administrative barriers as the primary reasons for blocking the commercial camera platform. Supporters of the technology argue that video systems could help discourage […]

todayMay 29, 2026 768 47

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Sherbrooke Mayor Marie-Claude Bibeau Signals Strong Support for Local Airwaves Ahead of June 6th Community Radio Day

SHERBROOKE, May 26th, 2026 — Sherbrooke Mayor Marie-Claude Bibeau says community radio stations continue to play an important role in maintaining local identity and strengthening communication within regional communities across Quebec. Speaking with CJMQ 88.9 FM ahead of Community Radio Day on June 6th, Bibeau described local radio as a platform that reflects everyday community life in a way larger corporate media outlets often cannot. She noted that stations like […]

todayMay 26, 2026 623 75

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QCNA to Host Community Media Networking Event and Job Fair in Gatineau

The Quebec Community Newspapers Association (QCNA) will host a community media networking event and job fair on June 12 at the Château Cartier Hotel in Gatineau, bringing together students, aspiring journalists, media professionals and members of the public interested in the industry. The event, titled Your Career in Community Media, is free to attend and will also be livestreamed for participants unable to attend in person. Organizers say the goal […]

todayMay 15, 2026 334 44

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