Local News from Across the Rainy River District
“When all else fails, take a vacation.” Betty Williams Summer is the perfect time to take a break. We wait an extremely long time for warm weather here on our part of the planet. When summer’s sun finally rises over us, we want to soak in every minute of it […]
Whether a beginner or seasoned gardener the right tools make the job much easier. I recommend that you purchase the best quality tools that you can afford. While some tools may be considered a bit pricey, good quality is worth the price. I still have most of my best quality […]
Well last week was not a successful week for making hay! At least not at our place. Frustrating weather as we really didn’t have a lot of rain but enough to make it difficult. We have started cutting again so we are all looking forward to having it wrapped up. […]
The family of Hugh Dennis are very saddened to announce his passing, July 23, 2023, in Fort Frances, LaVerendrye Hospital. Funeral arrangements pending. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Jeridt Jeffery Barnard, 39, of Fort Frances, Ontario, passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 15, 2023. Jeridt was born January 4, 1984, to Rennie and Margaret Barnard. Jeridt lived in many places out west when he was younger until the age of 12, when he moved back to Fort Frances. […]
Betty Ellman passed away peacefully on July 18, 2023, after a short illness, with her family by her side. Betty was born on March 15, 1943, to Richard and Jeanette Galbraith and grew up in LaVallee. She was one of seven children and is survived by Fred Galbraith; predeceased by […]
It is with deepest sorrow that family announces the sudden passing of Jonelle Kathleen Haas, 23 years, of Fort Frances/Nestor Falls, Ont., on July 18, 2023. Jonelle was born October 19, 1999, in Fort Frances, Ontario, to the welcoming arms of her dad John Haas, mom Teressa Darrah, and her […]
Franklin Grant McComb passed away peacefully at La Verendrye Hospital on July 18, 2023, after a brief battle with cancer. Frank was born on March 28, 1955, in Emo, Ontario, to Buzz and Louise McComb. He felt blessed to have grown up in Emo, enjoying the freedom of small-town life. […]
It is with sadness that the family of Arthur Miller announces his passing on July 12, 2023, after a long battle with diabetes. Arthur Edward Miller was born on June 23, 1942, to William and Florence Miller. He grew up on the family farm in Sifton and when it was […]
Waabanookwe After a courageous battle with trauma, depression, and addiction, our beautiful Waabanookwe – Sadie Rose Shebahkeget began her journey to the spirit world on July 11, 2023, by suicide. Sadie was born on March 7, 2002, to parents Julian Shebahkeget and Delphine Michelle at Lake of the Woods District […]
The family of Jeromy Wensley sadly announces his passing on July 18, 2023.Full obituary to follow.
Four contestants have stepped up to compete for the title of Fair Queen for the Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society’s Fall Fair. Over the next few weeks, follow along as they enjoy the adventure together! Each contestant has made a sash, featuring their sponsor. Throughout the summer, they’ll take part […]
