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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 […]

June 24, 2026 646 67

Environment

Rising Phosphorus Levels Threaten Long-Term Health of Lake Magog

MAGOG, June 2026 — Environmental advocates are raising concerns about the future of Lake Magog as phosphorus levels continue to rise, accelerating the lake’s natural aging process and contributing to increased algae growth and dense aquatic vegetation. According to Action Lac Magog, phosphorus concentrations have increased significantly over the past decade, reversing gains achieved through earlier environmental protection efforts. The organization attributes the trend to a combination of urban […]

June 5, 2026 430 35

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 […]

May 29, 2026 768 47

Art and Culture

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 […]

April 24, 2026 330 87

Featured

Eastern Townships Food Technology Featured in Artemis II Mission

Cowansville, April 2, 2026 - The launch of NASA’s Artemis II mission on April 1, 2026, highlights a unique technical contribution from the Eastern Townships. Cowansville-based Aliments ACTIV Foods Inc., the parent company of Happy Yak, is providing specialized nutrition for Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen during his ten-day journey around the Moon. This collaboration follows a 2018 engagement where the company's products were utilized by David Saint-Jacques aboard the […]

April 2, 2026 316 73