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Interested in the ugliest, most beautiful piece of clothing that grown men would do everything short of cheat just to wear? And have their loved ones dress them in it just before they reach their final resting place? Or have it kind-of cloned (illegally) to be given to the winner […]
“When are you going to start writing your column for The Times again?” This question has knocked on my soul’s door so many times in the last few years through all the amazing humans who have told me they missed reading it since I laid down my pen. I stopped […]
The Iran war has shocked us. We are shocked by the audacity of the United States to enter this Middle East war. We are shocked that this war has impacted us economically. We are shocked at the prices we pay at the pump, the increased prices to transport goods from […]
Welcome to the sensory deprivation tank. I just stepped out of one in Thunder Bay. The first thing the float tank removes is not sound, but certainty. You step inside expecting a chamber, a container—but the moment the lid closes, the idea of “inside” begins to lose its meaning. The […]
I am always seeking unusual plant species and varieties. Even with the many two plant species already in my garden, I never stop searching for the rare and unusual to add. Unfortunately, some of those plants always don’t survive my conditions (soil and/or growing zone) but I at least enjoy […]
I like ironing. It sounds like a mundane task, but let me explain. My grandmother came to our farm when I was very young, and she stayed for a prolonged visit each time she came. She didn’t do a lot of talking; in fact, in my child memory, I have […]
Everyone struggled on crucifixion Friday. The disciples struggled to keep faith. Pilate struggled to save face. Faithful women struggled to help Jesus. Pharisees struggled to discredit Jesus. Soldiers struggled to hurt Jesus. But no one struggled more than Jesus. People called Him a liar, beat Him with sticks and plastered […]
It is sounding like March is planning to head out like a lion! I am hoping the predictions are wrong, especially since I am currently out of town and heading home later this week. My mom is in charge but she doesn’t need any extra work or worry with a bunch […]
With love, sadness, and respect, we announce that Gimiwan, Sheila Ann Carney (née Bob), Elk Clan, of Naongashing First Nation, has begun her journey home. Sheila, lovingly known as Cuddles, was born on July 23, 1971, to her parents Robert Bob and Pauline Big George. Robert speaks of knowing she […]
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Joe Georgeson on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Joe was born in Emo, Ont., on May 8, 1940, to Ernie and Madeleine Georgeson. He grew up on the family homestead farm and was actively involved in 4-H as a […]
Warren L. Marusyk, age 67, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026, at the Atikokan General Hospital. Warren was born on October 4, 1958, in Port Arther, Ontario, a son to the late Alvin and Beatrice Marusyk. He is also predeceased by his brother Brad. Warren is survived by his […]
