Arlene Hoffman, 93, a resident of Rainycrest Long Term Care facility in Fort Frances, Ont., passed away peacefully and well cared for on Saturday, December 20, 2025, just days before her 94th birthday and after nearly 20 years of advancing dementia. Arlene and her twin brother Arlen were born in […]
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August 11, 1998 – December 16, 2025 Ogima Ginew, Ozowa-Bines. Pizhew Dotami Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation It is with great sorrow that the family of Elijah Indian announces his sudden passing. Elijah was deeply loved by his blended family, he grew up in Onigaming with his Copenace, Indian, Allan […]
Diane Anita Lovisa was born on August 29, 1958, in Fort Frances, Ontario, where she was also raised and remained deeply rooted in her community. Diane was the devoted mother of Michael (Kelly) Noonan, Christine (Bob) Botsford, and Sarah Noonan (Chris Faragher). She was a proud and loving grandmother to […]
Irene McEntyre of Ely, Minn., passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at Boundary Waters Care Center at the age of 93. Irene was born September 11, 1932 in Fort Frances, Ontario, Canada, to Bernard and Mary (Jolicoeur) Flynn. She married Roy McEntyre on May 12, 1955, and became a […]
It is with deep sadness that the family of Dorothy Gate (McNally), 85, announce her passing on December 17, 2025, at the Rainy River Hospital. Dorothy was born to Charles and Mabel Blanche McNally (nee Wood) on November 6, 1940, in Rainy River, Ontario. Dorothy was predeceased by her parents […]
Here we are at another year’s end, another day in the continuum, a day no more important than Tuesday of last week, and no less important than the day we took our first step. Every day begins with maximum potential, every day a fresh start. Reviewing the previous 365 fresh […]
By Matt Prokopchuk
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
KENORA — A dedicated provincial fund for airport improvements would make a big difference for sites too small to access federal dollars. That’s according to Shari Gentes, the Northwest’s regional director of the Airport Management Council of Ontario. The organization has, for over a year, been pressing the Ontario government […]
By Clint Fleury
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
THUNDER BAY – Fire and rescue services across the Thunder Bay area have received a total of nearly $446,000 to protect firefighters. About $135,800 was given to Thunder Bay Fire and Rescue through the province’s fire protection grant. Deputy fire chief Dave Tarini told Newswatch that the majority of the […]
By Clint Fleury
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
THUNDER BAY – Homeowners and landlords will be required to have carbon monoxide alarms on all levels and outside sleeping areas. “Carbon monoxide is a silent killer, so you can’t smell it, you can’t see it like smoke,” Kevin Anderson, acting division chief at Thunder Bay Fire Rescue, told Dougall […]
By Thomas Kent
Local Journalism Initiative
Reporter
Woolwich Observer
Local Journalism Initiative
Reporter
Woolwich Observer
A new report from Export Development Canada (EDC) stated that Canada’s agriculture sector has emerged as a rare bright spot in the country’s trade performance, with agricultural exports growing three times faster than overall Canadian exports over the past decade. In practical terms, this means agriculture has been one of […]
By Thomas Kent
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Woolwich Observer
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Woolwich Observer
Last week in Montréal, Canada hosted a pivotal two-day summit of G7 industry, digital, and technology ministers, sparking vital discussions on artificial intelligence, supply-chain resilience, and digital infrastructure. Experts believe these conversations could have significant, lasting impacts on businesses and employers across Waterloo Region and Wellington County. The meeting, held […]
Tonight will be cloudy with a chance of flurries and a low of -16 C (3 F). Tomorrow, New Year’s Eve, will see a mix of sun and cloud during the day before becoming clear overnight with a high of -16 (3) and a low of -23 (-9). New Year’s […]
