It is with deep sadness that the family of Don Chambers announces his passing at LaVerendrye Hospital on October 13, 2023. Don was born in Emo, Ontario, on June 27, 1936, to William James (Jim) Chambers and Grace Isabella Chambers (Parker). He lived in Carpenter Township until the family moved […]
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July 22, 1954 – November 5, 2023 With great sorrow we announce Jim’s sudden passing on November 5, 2023. He was surrounded by his family and we are all coming to terms with his loss. A full obituary will follow, and a celebration of Jim’s life will be planned in […]
Maureen Jack (nee Ida Maureen Carr), passed away peacefully on the evening of November 1, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She will be remembered by her husband of 51 years Larry Jack; three children Rodney (Carla), Darcy (Trina) and Jodi (Jennifer); four grandchildren Donovan, Katelynn, […]
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of David Ernest Simmons at age 77. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. David passed away at home with his loving wife Sheila at his side in the early morning hours of Monday, October 30, 2023. David was […]
Carol Marie Spuzak (nee Whalen) passed away peacefully on November 2, 2023, at Rainycrest. She will be remembered by her two sons Corey (Rhonda) and Micheal (Chantelle); and five grandchildren Nolin, Brant, Kenna, Nathan and Angelina; as well as her siblings Kathy (Peter) Spuzak, David (Dianna) Whalen and Bruce (Kym) […]
Politics have shone through the Liberal carbon tax plan. Originally the Trudeau tax was to be applied to all carbon fuels in Canada. It had been implemented to meet Canada’s carbon reduction targets. However, inflation, and wars have driven up the cost of heating fuels across Canada. Yet now comes […]
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
When the Fort Frances Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29 put out a call for family members to honour their family members and loved ones who had served in the military with banners they expected to get 10 or 12 in the first year but the response turned up almost 70 […]
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Canadians wear poppies each year to honour the sacrifice made by our soldiers and veterans. It’s a small gesture of solidarity and support. As important as it is to wear a poppy, one of the lasting impacts is our contribution to the poppy fund. Each small contribution adds up to […]
By Robin McCormick
West end Correspondent
West end Correspondent
The Fort Frances Legion Ladies Auxiliary hosted a wonderful Remembrance Day Tea and Bake Sale on Sunday afternoon from 2-4 p.m. Emily Watson (president) shared that 150 people signed in. One could hear the happy voices and hustle of excitement as shoppers purchased meat pies, cabbage rolls, perogies, many types […]
The Semipalmated Sandpipers have departed the Bay of Fundy. They have gone and there are none left as I write this in late October, but before they left, they entertained the sea-goers and birdwatchers with their finely choregraphed flight. The sandpipers are the elite of all airshows, in flocks as […]
