Raising the bar: how Jeremy Dion-Shields is shaping the next generation of powerlifters

Raising the bar: how Jeremy Dion-Shields is shaping the next generation of powerlifters

In this episode of The Pulse of the Eastern Townships on CJMQ 88.9 FM, host William Crooks speaks with Sherbrooke powerlifting coach and gym owner Jeremy Dion-Shields, who recently organized the Championnat provinciaux — the Quebec powerlifting championships held earlier this month at Sunday Swole gym. Dion-Shields, who runs Eastside Performance, discusses how his path to powerlifting began unexpectedly during firefighter training, when he first discovered the sport’s community and […]

November 24, 2025

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Sutton mayor outlines priorities after re-election

In a Nov. 19 interview, Sutton Mayor Robert Benoit reflected on his re-election and the major issues shaping his new mandate. Benoit highlighted the municipality’s voter turnout, which reached nearly 60 per cent—one of the highest participation rates in the region. He noted that Sutton re-elected a mayor for the first time in 25 years, a sign, he said, that residents valued “continuity and stability.” Benoit outlined several challenges the […]

November 21, 2025 6

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Sworn in – Lennoxville Councillors take oath at city hall

Three Lennoxville representatives officially took their oaths of office Wednesday evening during Sherbrooke’s municipal swearing-in ceremony at City Hall, marking the start of the 2025–2029 mandate. The evening began with a welcome from Alexandra Lapierre of the City’s communications department, who described the event as “a significant moment in Sherbrooke’s democratic life.” One by one, the newly elected councillors were called to the front to swear an oath to serve […]

November 15, 2025 32

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Patterson outlines priorities as Brome Lake’s new mayor

Brome Lake’s newly elected mayor Lee Patterson says his focus is on continuity, infrastructure and better communication with residents as he steps into the role following the Nov. 2 municipal election. Patterson, a lifelong resident and a member of council for twelve years, won in a multi-candidate race that saw voter turnout just over fifty-three per cent. Speaking in a phone interview less than seventy-two hours after the results were […]

November 10, 2025 37

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Marie-Claude Bibeau elected mayor of Sherbrooke

This radio report features an exclusive post-election interview with Marie-Claude Bibeau, the former Liberal MP for Compton–Stanstead who has now been elected mayor of Sherbrooke. Speaking live from her election-night headquarters at Le Siboire on Dépôt Street, Bibeau shares her reaction to the win and outlines her immediate priorities as she transitions into municipal leadership. Bibeau describes the moment as exciting and energizing, noting that she was surrounded by family, […]

November 5, 2025 32

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New Parking Payment System Coming to Downtown Sherbrooke

SHERBROOKE, November 5, 2025 — Drivers in downtown Sherbrooke will soon experience a new, easier way to pay for parking. The City has begun installing modern contactless parking terminals, which will officially come into service on November 10. The change is part of Sherbrooke’s effort to simplify parking procedures and modernize existing infrastructure. During the transition week, downtown parking will be free of charge while the new system is activated. […]

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Preliminary Results Announced for the 2025 Sherbrooke Municipal Election

November 2, 2025 – Sherbrooke The preliminary results of the 2025 Sherbrooke municipal election were released Sunday evening by Election President Me Line Chabot, following the compilation of votes. The results will be officially confirmed on Monday, November 3, after the final count. 🏛️ Mayor’s Race Voter turnout for the citywide election reached 45.08%, with 131,564 registered voters and 865 rejected ballots. Results: Marie-Claude Bibeau: 27,550 votes (46.45%) — Elected, […]

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Teen Arrested for Defrauding 89-Year-Old Sherbrooke Woman

Sherbrooke, October 30, 2025 — The Sherbrooke Police Service (SPS) has arrested a 17-year-old from Montreal after an 89-year-old woman was defrauded of several thousand dollars in a sophisticated scam targeting seniors. Around 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, a bank employee alerted police after noticing the elderly woman attempting to withdraw a large sum of money. Officers quickly intervened and met with the victim, who explained that she had received a […]

October 30, 2025 10

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English Mayoral Debate at Bishop’s Highlights Key Issues for Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke, October 23, 2025 - Three of Sherbrooke’s four mayoral candidates faced off Thursday night at Bishop’s University in Lennoxville at The Gait for the 2025 Sherbrooke English Mayoral Debate, broadcast live on CJMQ 88.9 FM. Marie-Claude Bibeau, Raïs Kibonge, and Vincent Boutin shared their priorities on housing, mobility, and bilingual services. Guillaume Brien was absent. Housing dominated early discussion. With a vacancy rate near 1.4 percent, all agreed the […]

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