We are sad to announce the death of Don Sutherland. Don passed away peacefully at the Lake of the Woods District Hospital, in Kenora, Ontario, on January 31, 2024. A memorial and funeral service will be held in Bergland and McInnes Creek in the springtime of 2024. Announcements will be […]

Mizhakii-aanakwadok It is with shining hearts that family and friends celebrate the memorable and enjoyable life of Carol Ann Wilson (nee Shaffer) which was defined by her warmth, laughter, and endless smiles. Carol was born in Dryden, Ontario, on August 20, 1949, to Wesley Shaffer and Mary Shaffer (nee Dixon). […]

As I await spring and the Superbowl, I am becoming increasingly lazy. Impossible you say. It’s a fact groundhog day, the midwindter bleahs, the super bowl and the endless chatter and whining at the Debating Table at the Bakery here in Rainy is downright depressing. Next thing you know there […]

I was digging through my box of memories a couple of weeks ago, sifting through letters from friends, track and field ribbons from elementary school, a Christmas mug whose paint is all but worn off of Santa’s face which begs the question as to why I keep it, an autograph […]

A Sewing Club: Sewing 101 will be held Wednesdays at the Fort Frances SGEI campus Makerspace. The free weekly Club will run from 12-3 pm and 4-7 pm! Learn how to sew, work on an independent sewing project, or follow along with this week’s sewing challenge. All materials, including a […]

From Riverside Health Care
Press release

Riverside Health Care, in conjunction with the Northwestern Public Health Unit, has confirmed an end to the Respiratory Outbreak initially declared at Rainycrest Long Term Care Home on January 20, 2024. Visitor restrictions and masking protocols are no longer required; however, Riverside urges all visitors to conduct a self-screening before […]

By Miranda Leybourne
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Brandon Sun

Producers across Westman, MB are hoping winter hasn’t lost its hold on the region yet and that more snow will fall soon to ensure their soil has adequate moisture in time for seeding this spring. While many people in this part of the province have been enjoying balmy, spring-like days, […]

By Austin Campbell
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
SNnewswatch.com

While community partners, local leaders, and organizations rally around Eabametoong First Nation in the wake of the JCY Centre fire, the onus has been on the chief and council to develop a strategy moving forward. Chief Solomon Atlookan spoke to Dougall Media on Jan. 31, getting a little more in-depth […]

By Sandi Krasowski
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal

An analysis of the City of Thunder Bay is underway to explore how Indigenous spending supports the growth and development of the city as a regional service hub. A joint effort between the Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC), Fort William First Nation, Anishnawbe Business Professional Association (ABPA) and […]