It is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of Albert Kirkrude on June 26, 2025, at home on Big Grassy First Nation. Albert was born on March 17, 1942, in Morson, Ontario, to Edward and Marie Kirkrude (Adams). Left to mourn is one son Delaney Bruyere; grandson Damien; […]
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Gisela Helga Mykytyn (Kaus) passed away peacefully on her birthday, June 27, 2025, at the Grace Hospital, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, with family by her side. Gisela and her twin brother Dieter were born June 27, 1938 in Anklam, Germany, to their parents Anna Bertha Kaus (Wegner) and Reinhold Kaus. Mom […]
It is with sadness the family announces the death of Elsie Thorpe on June 7, 2025, at the Grace Hospital. She was born February 17, 1929, and raised on a farm near Binscarth, Manitoba, the third child of four to John and Levenia (Honey) MacKay and always kept an interest […]
The annual Lake Despair Casting For Cash was another success. Both the anglers, organizers, volunteers and spectators enjoyed themselves. 44 teams participated this year. The top 3 winning teams were: Thanks to Bill and Nell Godin for once again hosting a top-notch tournament! Congratulations to Mike Badiuk and Tasha Wood […]
Tonight will see cloudy periods with a chance of showers and the risk of a thunderstorm with a low of 13 C (55 F). Tomorrow will bring a mix of sun and cloud with a chance of showers during the day, remaining partly cloudy overnight with a chance of showers […]
I had the lucky opportunity to be a part of a community get-together last week; a potluck with everyone’s favourite dish, with games and boat rides. Just about every age group was represented, from a five-year-old all the way up to deep in the 90s. My favourite thing to do […]
- Austin Brown Photo
Last Friday’s storm cell left its mark on properties around Fort Frances, including this one on Second street West, as the town experienced a significant string of thunderstorms, accompanied by tornado warnings and heavy rains.
EVENTS CALENDAR The final deadline to apply for Quest for the Best is July 9. There are still some spaces available. Check out the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce page on Facebook for more details. The Fort Frances BIA his holding Mall Days on Thursday, July 10 from 10 a.m. […]
From Riverside Health Care
Press release
Press release
Riverside Health Care is pleased to confirm that the previously advised potential temporary disruption of Emergency Department services at La Verendrye General Hospital (LVGH) will not be required at this time. All emergency services at LVGH continue to operate normally. In keeping with our commitment to open communication and in […]
By Sandi Krasowski
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
The Ontario government has developed an integrated energy plan aimed at sustaining energy sources for generations to come. Stephen Lecce, minister of energy and mines, said Ontario is home to critical minerals, natural resources, a skilled workforce and an industrial base that global markets need. “But none of it moves, […]
By Matt Prokopchuk
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
IGNACE — A Northwestern Ontario township is getting a critical cash infusion to help with what local officials are calling “much-needed” repairs to an important local facility. Kenora-Rainy River MPP Greg Rickford was in Ignace on Thursday to announce $935,550 towards repairs and upgrades for the Ignace Recreation Complex. That […]
