EVENTS CALENDAR The annual Life Chain event will take place this Sunday. Signs are available at St. Mary Church. Participants can pick up signs from 2 p.m. on Sunday. Please meet at the corner of Armit Ave. and Scott St. at 2:30. 10th annual Steps against Stigma Glow Walk/Run will […]
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Staff
One outbreak at Rainycrest Long-Term Care home has ended, but Riverside Health Care is cautioning visitors that another outbreak is still ongoing. In a pair of press releases from Riverside Health Care, a gastrointestinal outbreak in the home’s west wing has been declared over, however the east wing is still […]
From Riverside Health Care
Press release
Press release
This month’s 50/50 jackpot winner, Craig Morrissey of North York, took home $9,162.50, proving that no matter where you live, every ticket helps strengthen health care, and sometimes, it makes you a winner too. Craig set his sights on a big win by purchasing multiple 50/50 tickets across the province, […]
Staff
It was a night of fun and celebration on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, as the business community of Fort Frances, along with family, friends and supporters, turned out to La Place Rendez-Vous for the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce’s 28th Annual Business Award dinner. The awards were once more nominated […]
Before digesting the changes coming to the Canadian Football League, I needed a conversation with my inner being, and it went something like this: “Self, make sure to take your open mind into the reading room. It’s human nature to resist change, and resistance strengthens with age. If changes can […]
By Robert Animikii Horton
Northern Reflections
Northern Reflections
My friends packed into the Canada Life Centre to see Korn this weekend. They came back buzzing – elated from the power of the show. Listening to them reminded me of another band etched into the soundtrack of my youth – one that may not carry the same global recognition […]
The town is required to mark hazards on sidewalks through the community. It is a requirement for a safe and beautiful community. The fluorescent orange is attractive even when it is hidden by the brown leaves that have fallen. The circles, straight lines, crooked lines marking every sidewalk break are […]
By Sandi Krasowski,
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Kap Paper will begin idling operations at its Kapuskasing facility. The mill closure reflects the absence of near-term measures to keep the mill going, a company official said, even after months of engagement with governments and partners. Not even a $30-million investment announced by Mike Harris, minister of natural resources, […]
We had an incredible cattle sale this weekend. We sold 1,078 for $3,950,699.24. It was amazing and I can’t even explain how well deserved this is for the cow/calf producer. It has been many years coming. My mom recalls having a steer calf in the top pen at the Sales […]
From National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces
Press release
Press release
Starting Sunday, members of the 3rd Canadian Ranger Patrol Group (3 CRPG) will take part in Exercise RANGER TRACKER 25. This exercise will focus on Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) skills including command post operations and vehicle deployment. Around 30 Canadian Rangers from different communities in Northern Ontario will participate […]
“The other day.” I love that expression. The other day could be a month ago or two days ago; there are no rules. The only thing “the other day” is limited to is not being today. Anyway, as I cross the line on rambling, the other day I was thinking […]
With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Ian Alexander Booth of Burriss, Ontario, who departed this life peacefully with family by his side, on September 20, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on January 9, 1952, Ian was known for his quiet strength, generous spirit, and […]
