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Joshua Bullard – Local Journalism Initiative

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Background

Joshua Bullard is a dedicated freelance reporter for the Local Journalism Initiative (LJI), providing essential English-language news coverage for the Eastern Townships via CJMQ 88.9 FM. His work focuses on civic journalism, bridging the gap between local government policy and the daily lives of community members. From in-depth interviews with provincial representatives to reporting on regional social movements and the housing crisis, Joshua’s reporting ensures that underserved voices in Sherbrooke and the surrounding areas remain informed and engaged.

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TransEstrie Funding Shortages Forces Organization to Suspend Key Community Services, Focus to Relaunch in April 2027

SHERBROOKE, October 30th, 2026 - TransEstrie, an organization supporting transgender and non-binary individuals across the Eastern Townships is now facing challenges as it works to restore it's services after funding shortages have forced them to downsize their operational and administrational procedures. Executive Director of the organization, Roxanne Paquin-Saïkali, explained that most direct services, such as support groups and individual follow-ups, are currently suspended due to limited staffing and core mission […]

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Federal Advertising Guidelines Shift Toward Regional Media as Bill C-268 Targets Rural Cell Connectivity, Heading Closer to Final Stages

EASTERN TOWNSHIPS, October 27th 2026 - Compton-Stanstead MP Marianne Dandurand says her proposed legislation to improve rural cellphone connectivity is moving closer to its final stages in Parliament. Dandurand confirmed that Bill C-268 has passed its review by the Standing Committee on Industry and Technology without amendments and is returning to the House of Commons for third reading. Originally scheduled for December, the bill's final House debate has been moved to […]

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Lennoxville Organization MONSHACK Expands Community-Based Mental Health Support

LENNOXVILLE, October 22nd 2026 - Mon Shack… Mes choix… Mon avenir!, a nonprofit organization supporting adults living with mental health challenges, is expanding access to community-based wellness services through three new partnerships. Founder and executive director Josée Parent says collaborations with Cuisine collective Le Blé d’Or, Mam’zelles Lunettes and La Cordée will provide cooking workshops, affordable optical consultations and wellness activities. The initiatives were made possible through financial support from […]

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225 Publishing Houses Come Together for 48th Salon du livre de l’Estrie

October 20th, Sherbrooke - The 48th edition of the Salon du livre de l’Estrie brought together approximately 225 publishing houses in Sherbrooke, celebrating literature, creativity and community engagement during four days of literary activities. The annual event welcomed authors, publishers and book enthusiasts, offering exhibitions, roundtable discussions, book signings and opportunities for visitors to discover new literary works. Olivier Courtois, manager of the Salon, highlighted the extensive coordination required to […]

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Richmond’s First Rodeo Highlights Youth and the Next Generation of Riders

Richmond, September 29th 2026 - The Town of Richmond hosted the inaugural Richmond Rodeo this past weekend, bringing families, vendors, and spectators together for a weekend celebrating Western sports and regional traditions. Youth participation was a major focus throughout the event. Riders competed in events including barrel racing, while young participants also helped with the rodeo’s operations. Ten-year-old Cody Muise took part in the morning competitions and spoke about his […]

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Pumpkin and Harvest 35th Edition Brings 1,321-Pound Pumpkin to Lennoxville Competition

LENNOXVILLE, September 29th 2026 - Lennoxville marked the 35th edition of its annual Giant Pumpkin and Harvest Festival, bringing residents together for an afternoon of giant pumpkins, local vendors, music and community activities. Three pumpkins were officially weighed during this year’s competition. Steve Young of Waterville took top honours with a 1,321-pound pumpkin. Young, who has grown giant pumpkins as a hobby for nearly a decade, said the process requires […]

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Film festival brings Quebec and Vermont communities together at Haskell Opera House

STANSTEAD, September 19th — political tensions and trade uncertainty continue between Canada and the United States, organizers of the Verbec Film Festival are using local storytelling to highlight connections between communities on both sides of the border. The festival takes place Saturday, September 19, at the historic Haskell Opera House in Stanstead, Quebec, a building that straddles the Canada-U.S. border. Seven films by filmmakers from Quebec and Vermont explore regional traditions […]

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$25 billion delivered, $7.5 billion more announced as tariff uncertainty weighs on Eastern Townships businesses

EASTERN TOWNSHIPS, September 10th 2026 - Federal Members of Parliament from across the Eastern Townships met with regional businesses on September 1 to discuss the impact of tariffs and ongoing trade uncertainty. The meeting, initiated by Sherbrooke MP Élisabeth Brière, brought together businesses from sectors including steel, aluminum, forestry and electronics. Participants discussed the effects of tariffs on operations, supply chains, markets and competitiveness. Brière said uncertainty was one of […]

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Élections Québec Denied Exemption for Bilingual Mailings as Anglophone Community Raises Accessibility Concerns

EASTERN TOWNSHIPS, September 2nd 2026 - Élections Québec’s decision to mail voter information guides exclusively in French is raising concerns among English-speaking communities in the Eastern Townships ahead of the October 5 provincial election.   Denis Kotsoros, director of the Townshippers Association, says the organization is concerned that relying on QR codes and online resources could create barriers, particularly for seniors, who have some of the highest voting rates.   […]

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