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    Spinning Stories Episode 5: Legendary Beats with John Digweed

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Business

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 618 58

Art and Culture

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 541 61

Environment

Estrie Faces Rising Tick Populations and New Tick-Borne Diseases as Climate Conditions Shift

Estrie, June 19 2026 — Public health officials are continuing to monitor tick activity across the Estrie region as Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses remain a growing concern for residents spending time outdoors this summer.   Dr. Kelly Mirabel, a specialist in medical microbiology and infectious diseases, says the overall trend in recent years has been an increase in both tick populations and reported cases of Lyme disease. Health […]

todayJune 19, 2026 632 49

Business

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 370 81

Business

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 718 83

Business

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 332 49

Business

Sherbrooke Summer Hockey League Expands with Women’s Division and Move to Bishop’s University

SHERBROOKE, May 14th, 2026 — What began as a small offseason hockey project between a handful of professional players has quickly evolved into a growing summer hockey event in the Eastern Townships. The Ligue du Hockey Ă€ Bout de Souffle (LBS) is returning for its third season this summer, bringing expanded divisions and high-tempo hockey to Bishop’s University.   Co-founder Nicolas Guay says the league was originally created in 2024 […]

todayMay 14, 2026 768 79

Business

Sherbrooke Record Introduces New Publishing Model and Distribution Challenges

SHERBROOKE, May 3rd, 2026 — The Sherbrooke Record is introducing a new publishing model that will change how readers across the Eastern Townships access their news, as the long-standing English-language newspaper adapts to evolving distribution challenges and reader habits.   After more than a century of daily print, the publication will shift toward a digital-first approach, while maintaining a weekly print edition. The change comes as the paper continues to […]

todayMay 3, 2026 561 44

Environment

Dry Spring Conditions Raise Forest Fire Risk in Eastern Townships

Eastern Townships, April 2026 — Officials and SOPFEU are warning of extreme fire danger conditions across parts of the Estrie region as dry spring weather continues ahead of full vegetation growth. Despite lingering snow in some areas, dead grass and brush remain highly flammable, increasing the likelihood of fires, particularly near residential zones.   The SociĂ©tĂ© de protection des forĂŞts contre le feu considers this pre-season period is one of […]

todayApril 28, 2026 725 89

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