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With love and sadness we announce the recent passing of Beatrice “Betty” Ann Blight on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances. Betty leaves behind a legacy of kindness, resilience, and deep devotion to her family and community. Betty was born on December 23, 1943, in […]
Randy Ernest Brannan spent his final moments in his home, with family and friends by his side, on the afternoon of April 11, 2026. He was 69 years old. Born on December 12, 1956, in Emo, Ont., Randy spent his childhood in North Branch, the youngest of five children. As […]
It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Marlene “Molly” Crozier on April 18, 2026 at Emo Health Centre. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Leuciano Leaurence (Larry) Fontana, age 94, of Fort Frances, Ontario, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, at La Verendrye hospital with family by his side. He was born on December 13, 1931, in Fort Frances, Ontario, to Andrew and Clementina Fontana. Larry grew up in Fort Frances and graduated […]
Joanne Ogden passed away on April 13, 2026, at her home in Emo, Ontario. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Predeceased by her parents Irene and John Ploegman, who taught her the importance of doing her best for her family and neighbours. Her legacy continues to live […]
May 20, 1949 – March 9, 2026 Rainy River, Ontario Donald Leonard Ricci passed away on March 9, 2026, at the age of 76. Don was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, teacher, and man of faith whose warmth and presence left a lasting mark on those who knew him. […]
Owen Edward Ernest Ross, a retired teacher, accomplished athlete, traveller, and devoted animal lover, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 16, 2026. Owen was born on August 27, 1942, to Violet (nee Calder) and Archie Ross. He spent much of his life in the classroom, […]
Staff writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
The Fort Frances Lakers are still very much in the race for the Bill Salonen Cup after taking two games on the road in Thunder Bay. The Lakers beat the Thunder Bay North Stars last night 2-1 to tie the final series at two games apiece. After Thunder Bay had […]
The Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts has been running throughout the month of April, giving local performers plenty of opportunities to show off their skills, and for supporters of the art to turn out for a morning, afternoon or evening of entertainment. The Festival concludes this week […]
Chris McKhool – 7x Canadian Folk Music Award winner, 2026 JUNO nominee for Children’s Album of the Year, and one of the country’s most beloved family entertainers – will be undertaking an eleven-date northern Ontario tour in celebration of his long-awaited new album Little Leaf. Stopping in Fort Frances on […]
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Review-Mirror
Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health (LLGAMH) team based out of Brockville is reporting a sharp rise in young men seeking support for gambling-related problems, reflecting an Ontario-wide trend highlighted in a recent study, which showed an alarming 300% increase in calls to the province’s mental health helpline. […]
