A coincidence is a remarkable occurrence of events without an obvious causal connection. We rarely take note of these occurrences, but yesterday one such event stopped me and …. got me thinking. On my desk was a blank piece of paper on which I had written COLUMN followed by the […]
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It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Bertha Brown, 89, of Strathmore, Alberta, on June 20, 2023, after a prolonged journey with dementia. Bertha was born on July 15, 1933, in Blue Township, Rainy River District, Ontario, to Ferdinand and Mabel Isabell Metzker (nee Selman). […]
Bebaamashiik/Bemaasomook The family of Elizabeth Comegan (Bebaamashiik/Bemaasomook) is saddened to announce her passing on July 2, 2023, at the age of 75. Elizabeth (Ininishib doodem) was born on November 10, 1947, in Rainy River, Ontario, and lived a joyful life in Big Island First Nation. She will be lovingly remembered […]
Garry Thomas Curtis, age 41, born April 12, 1982, passed away on June 23, 2023, in Emo, Ontario. He was our spring fever special. We are going to miss him greatly. Garry’s educational journey began at Our Lady of the Way School, in Stratton. He enjoyed all the sports/activities and […]
Sadly, the family announces the passing of John Henry Kaemingh, 90, on Monday, July 3, 2023, at the Rainycrest Long-Term Care, Fort Frances, Ont. A complete announcement to follow.
Ozhaawashkobinesiik It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, wife, daughter, auntie, sister and friend, Melanie Kay Ogden nee Buckshot, age 48, on June 24, 2023. Melanie was born to Cheryl Buckshot and the late Ronald “Bud” Strand on February 4, 1975, in […]
“The song is ended but the memory lingers on” – Irving Berlin A beautiful soul left quietly and Peacefully on June 27, 2023 taking Flight 6 onward and upward to reunite with those gone before. He was one of the great ones, quick to smile and give a kind word. […]
Inaanakwagiizhigook The family of Gloria (beloved mom, grandmom, sister, auntie, friend…) are saddened to announce her passing on June 25, 2023, at the Mission Memorial Hospital in Mission, B.C. Gloria was born July 7, 1944; she was predeceased by her husband Leonard W. Short, Barwick, Ont.; her father Alfred Bombay; […]
Born to Marissa Smith and John Councillor, of Fort Frances, Ontario, a girl, Hayden Samantha, weighing 7 lbs 6 oz, on June 21, 2023 at LaVerendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario.
- Ken Kellar and Allan Bradbury photos
Canada’s birthday bash was a huge success, with a pancake breakfast, parade, and kids activities at the Point. The day was capped off with a fireworks display. The day involved a variety of partners, including Beyak Automotive, the Royal Canadian Legion, the Town of Fort Frances and others.
