The Associated Press LOS ANGELES – Katie Couric, Mayim Bialik, Aaron Rodgers and journalist Bill Whitaker are among the future guest hosts who will fill in for the late Alex Trebek on “Jeopardy!” The show announced Wednesday that Couric, the journalist and former “Today” show host, will become the first […]
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The Associated Press WASHINGTON – Lady Gaga will sing the national anthem at Joe Biden’s inauguration and Jennifer Lopez will give a musical performance on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol when Biden is sworn in as the nation’s 46th president next Wednesday. The announcement of their participation comes […]
Nash Dolyny prepares to take a shot at the McIrvine outdoor rink. During the stay-at-home order, the province is encouraging people to still get outside for exercise, but it will look a little different. Outdoor gatherings are limited household members, or to five people from differing households, with masks encouraged […]
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TORONTO — The Ontario government has issued an emergency order to temporarily pause the enforcement of residential evictions and ensure people are not forced to leave their homes during the provincial declaration of emergency and while the stay-at-home-order is in force. “By temporarily pausing residential evictions, we are ensuring that […]
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With a second state of emergency declared in the province, a volunteer group has sprung back into action in order to help people in need in the district. Rainy River District COVIDelivery, the home grown physical distancing safe delivery service, has resumed offering its services to those who cannot or […]
Christmas trees are being accepted for drop-off at Daryl’s Custom Landscapes outdoor storage yard. From Saturday January 16 to Saturday January 23, residents can drop off their trees at his property located at McIrvine Road and 8th Street. Access the lot by taking the first left driveway north of eighth […]
Born to Dyanne Perrault-Kasper, of Fort Frances, Ontario, a boy, Dwayne Kyle, weighing 6 lbs 13 oz on December 29, 2020 at LaVerendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario.
We are saddened to announce the passing of Raymond W. Sprenger December 28,2020. He leaves behind his wife Judy and children Roberta Oliver, Raelene Sprenger-Baum, Gavin Sprenger and numerous other relatives. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held later. In lieu of flowers, donations to the […]
It is with heavy hearts the family of Ray Lowes announce his passing on Thursday, Jan 7, 2021 at LaVerendrye Hospital with his wife by his side. He was born on March 19, 1938 to Albert & Eva Lowes. He grew up in Sleeman and Rainy River, Ont. He married […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Steve Johnson announces his passing on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at the La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. Due to COVID-19 Restrictions a private traditional wake and ceremony will be held at the Naicatchewenin First Nation. A complete obituary […]
With heavy hearts the family of Kenneth Gouliquer announces his passing on Sunday, January 3, 2021. Born on April 27, 1955 to Art & Madeline Gouliquer. Ken loved the lake life, fishing and camping with family & friends. He worked construction in earlier years and guiding for area camps. He […]
