We are into the Christmas season of giving and being thankful for the blessings of our communities. Nothing provides a clearer understanding of the benefits of volunteerism than the activities that will take place in Fort Frances and Emo this weekend. Now closing in on thirty years, Emo Holly Daze […]
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The LaVallee Township is in the planning stages for a Senior’s Group. There is still much to do, including a grant to be applied for. The Senior’s committee organized a coffee and games get-together last Thursday (November 23) at the Devlin Hall. Close to 40 people attended, and from the […]
Surprise! I’m back. Seems there is just too much going on in the District to sit twiddling my thumbs and too many characters that deserve some attention. As I approach the 79th Anniversary of my trips around the sun I have joined a new club… The Egg Salad Sandwich Club. […]
It’s my dad’s birthday today. I write this for me, more than for you, so I apologize for my selfishness. He would be 104, born November 29, 1919. That number seems a ridiculous notion, because surely if he hasn’t aged, then neither have I. Where he is suspended in time, […]
Our precious mother Carolyn Mae Skirten passed away on November 26, 2023, at the age of 60, peacefully surrounded by love, as the clouds parted and the sun beamed across her face. It was such a privilege to be there with her at the end; her willingness to never give […]
The Riverside Foundation Split the Pot lottery deadline is November 30. Riverside has joined forces with other hospitals for a mammoth lottery, with more winners. The prize pool is nearing $1,000,000! Get your tickets at Splitthepot.ca. The Rainy River Rec Christmas Parade will be held November 30, starting at 6 […]
- Marna Martin photo
It’s not every day that military aircraft are spotted in Fort Frances, but that’s just what local resident Marna Martin spotted in the air on Monday. She and her companions headed for the airport to get a closer look, where they spotted parachuters descending from the air, and were treated […]
By Carl Clutchey
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Conmee, Ont. — Homeowners and businesses in rural areas outside Thunder Bay that rely on propane for heat shouldn’t notice any changes this winter as their fuel delivery service transitions to another company, the region’s long-time supplier says. A Superior Propane spokeswoman said letters were mailed this week informing customers […]
From Feed Ontario
Press release
Press release
A new report by Feed Ontario reveals that food banks are experiencing the largest increase in visits on record, more than double the increase seen following the 2008 recession. The report points to insufficient social support programs, lack of quality employment, and unaffordable housing as the drivers. Feed Ontario released […]
By Matteo Cimellaro
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Canada’s National Observer
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Canada’s National Observer
As the ash settles on Canada’s record wildfire season, “business as usual from the federal government is not going to cut it,” NDP MP Niki Ashton told Canada’s National Observer. Last year, the auditor general released a scathing report highlighting the failure of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) to prepare robust […]
By CARL CLUTCHEY,
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Shuniah, Ont. — A provincial review into a proposed $1.2-billion hydro transmission line project between Shuniah and Dryden will be conducted until about the middle of January. The province began its review of the Waasigan transmission line project on Friday, after the final environmental plan document for the proposal was […]
