By Sandi Krasowski,
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal

The federal government has accelerated the transition of up to 33,000 workers in Canada to permanent residence in 2026 and 2027. The initiative announced Monday by Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab aims to focus immigration on the areas of greatest impact, including rural and remote communities facing labour shortages in […]

By Andrew Hallikas

On behalf of the Town of Fort Frances, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations and sincere gratitude to the Fort Frances Lakers for what has been an extraordinary season. Finishing first in league play is no small accomplishment, and it stands as a testament to the dedication, discipline, […]

By Connor McDowell,
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Brandon Sun

A large number of Manitoba farmers are protected from the rising cost of fertilizer this spring because they pre-purchased before the war in Iran broke out, according to Manitoba’s general farm policy organization. It has become clearer that many farmers are insulated for the year, as several weeks have passed […]

By Nicole Goldsworthy, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, SaskToday.ca

STURGEON LAKE FIRST NATION, Sask. — Sturgeon Lake First Nation has declared a state of emergency to secure support and resources as rising water levels, flooded roads and deteriorating bridge conditions affect access to the community. Chief and council passed a band council resolution on May 5, declaring the emergency […]

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On Wednesday morning Mayor Andrew Hallikas gathered with the staff and support partners of Community Living Fort Frances and District to raise the Community Living flag and proclaim Community Living Month. The mayor’s proclamation reads: “Whereas, Community Living Fort Fran­ces and District is a local organization that works to improve […]

Candace Handorgan, Biitaanikaigook, Mooz Dootem, is survived by parents Joanne and Robert, sisters Diane (Brian), Dolores (Dailen), Roxanne, and Mary (Roo) and Samantha (Girls); Brothers Michael, Tom and kids and Will. Aunties Margaret Yerxa, Rose Marie Tuesday, Sarah Mandamin, Lillian (Pat), and Uncles Merv (Tina), Wayne, Jim Spruce (Virginia BG) […]

The family of Lila Boshkaykin announce her peaceful passing on April 27, 2026 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, ON. Lila was born in Emo, Ontario on December 6, 1952 to Mary Black and Albert Cochrane Sr. Left to cherish in her memory are her two children Nate, Tina […]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Michael Matthew, who passed away peacefully at home with his beloved wife by his side on April 26, 2026. Robert was born on October 13, 1961 in Baudette, Minnesota, to William and Bernice (nee Acthim) Matthew. He was […]

It is with great sadness we annouce our father, Stan (Stosh) Lepinsky (94 years of age) has moved on to the great fishing hole in the sky. Dad passed away peacefully, on February, 18, 2026 with family present. He was predeceased by his parents Anton (1958) and Mary (nee Klymko […]