Matthew Jay McCully

Sherbrooke

Managing Editor at The Record

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Brome County News, June 3, 2025

3 weeks ago | sherbrookerecord.com | Matthew Jay McCully

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Quebec asks for leave to appeal Bill 40 decision to Supreme Court

3 weeks ago | sherbrookerecord.com | Matthew Jay McCully

By Ruby PratkaLocal Journalism InitiativeQuebec’s English-language school boards are preparing to defend their continued existence before the Supreme Court of Canada.
What to do when someone dies?

3 weeks ago | sherbrookerecord.com | Matthew Jay McCully

By Ruby PratkaAmerican statesman and philosopher Benjamin Franklin famously stated that there were two great inevitabilities in life – death and taxes. In Western society, people tend to speak about both death and money as little as possible.
Cross-border teamwork and quick response contain two major fires in Stanstead and Magog

3 weeks ago | sherbrookerecord.com | Matthew Jay McCully

By William CrooksLocal Journalism InitiativeTwo significant fires broke out this week in the Eastern Townships—one on the international border in Stanstead and another near Lake Lovering in Magog—drawing coordinated responses from multiple fire departments. No injuries were reported in Stanstead, while the presence of an ambulance was confirmed in Magog. The more complex of the two occurred Wednesday night at a border-straddling apartment building on Lee Street in Stanstead.
Science and serenity meet on the trails of Mont Pinacle

3 weeks ago | sherbrookerecord.com | Matthew Jay McCully

By William CrooksLocal Journalism InitiativeThe Harold F. Baldwin Park, nestled in the hills of Baldwin Mills near Coaticook, has unveiled its 2025 edition of Les Rendez-vous du Pinacle—a season-long series of guided activities designed to connect visitors to both the natural world and their own well-being. Running from June through October, the initiative offers birdwatching, stargazing, citizen science, climbing, forest mindfulness walks, and more.
Video: The Spring Fête du vélo , Lennoxville, May 2025

4 weeks ago | sherbrookerecord.com | Matthew Jay McCully

The first Spring edition of the Fête du vélo happened on May 24th! This event normally happens in the Fall, and it has been confirmed that the fall event will also go ahead as usual. Those interested in joining future editions of the event in any way can follow the group on Facebook and Instagram, or become members to get involved in planning. For more information, visit the Fête du vélo website or find them on social media. This story was a front pager on Monday, May 26th.
The Piggery at 60 - A story still in the making

4 weeks ago | sherbrookerecord.com | Matthew Jay McCully

By William CrooksLocal Journalism InitiativeNorth Hatley’s iconic Piggery Theatre is celebrating its 60th anniversary this summer, and those behind its continued existence say its story is far from over. Founded in 1965 by English theatre enthusiast and New York transplant Marjory Virgin, the Piggery was built inside a converted pig barn on her summer property. Her vision was simple but ambitious: to create a space for high-calibre English-language theatre in the Eastern Townships.
“No one on the street”

1 month ago | sherbrookerecord.com | Matthew Jay McCully

Sherbrooke tenants urge action ahead of July 1 housing crunchBy William CrooksLocal Journalism InitiativeWith Quebec’s traditional moving day approaching on July 1, housing advocates in Sherbrooke are sounding the alarm about a deepening crisis that could leave vulnerable renters without shelter.
School board expands trades training, considers cell phone ban

1 month ago | sherbrookerecord.com | Matthew Jay McCully

By William CrooksLocal Journalism InitiativeThe Eastern Townships School Board (ETSB) Council of Commissioners met on May 27 in a wide-ranging session chaired by Michael Murray, where commissioners approved new vocational programs, infrastructure upgrades, and discussed a possible response to Quebec’s proposed school cell phone ban.
Loïc “Lights On” Lahaie signs with Groupe Yvon Michel

1 month ago | sherbrookerecord.com | Matthew Jay McCully

Sherbrooke boxer officially turns pro with three-year dealBy William CrooksLocal Journalism InitiativeSherbrooke’s Club de boxe took centre stage once again as local boxer Loïc Lahaie officially signed a three-year professional contract with Groupe Yvon Michel (GYM), one of Canada’s most prominent boxing promotion companies.