Starting plants from seed is a fairly easy task but a review of science behind seeds and of seed germination and growth will help to ensure success and may offer an answer to why those seeds didn’t germinate a few years ago. Follow the tips below when starting any plant […]

In last week’s article about Olympic speed skater Anders Johnson, the Times erroneously reported that his Grandfather Danny Johnson was a goaltender. In fact, Johnson, the Fort Frances Sports Hall of Famer, was actually a forward for the Winnipeg Jets and played alongside hockey great Bobby Hull.

It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Mr. Terry Lynn Martin, of Fort Frances, Ontario, on Friday, January 23, 2026, at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, at the age of 65. Terry was born in Fort Frances, Ontario, on August 9, 1960, to […]

By Times Staff

The Sherburne County Sheriff’ Office in Elk River, Minn., is seeking assistance from residents of the Rainy River District who may have interacted with a suspect in a kidnapping and sexual assault case. In press release from the Sheriff’s Office, they said they are seeking information from the public, including […]

By Robin McCormick
West End Correspondent

A professional diver with ties to the region is at the 2026 Winter olympics, though she’s not competing. Molly Carlson, a 2024 World Aquatics High Diving World Cup gold medalist, Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series competitor and content creator, is attending the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter olympics, not as […]

Many upcoming happenings will be taking place in rural areas.  The Township of LaVallee Seniors 55+ and Recreation Committee  will host a turkey supper, catered by the Emo Legion at the Emo Legion( Devlin Hall under construction). This supper takes place March 7, doors open at 5p.m. and supper will […]

EVENTS CALENDAR St. John the Baptist Anglican church is hosting a Valentine’s Roast Pork Supper on Feb. 13 from 5-7 p.m. Roast pork, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, cake. $25 for adults Kids, 6-10 $12 under 5 free. Takeout and delivery available, call 807-275-9330. The Fort Frances Museum has organized a […]

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Carl Jerome Tuesday, an area resident, advocate and DJ, has been reported missing following his failure to return in late January from a trip to Miami. According to social media, Tuesday was last seen at the South Beach Essex Hotel on February 4. Tuesday’s family have opened a case with […]

By Sandi Krasowski
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal

A partnership between LiUNA (Labourers’ International Union of North America) Local 607 Training Centre, Lakehead District School Board, Superior-Greenstone District School Board and Matawa First Nations is delivering industry-recognized safety training, hands-on skilled trades experience and certification for Indigenous youths across Northwestern Ontario through its Indigenous Skilled Trades Training (ISTT) […]

By Carl Clutchey
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal

As snowmobilers embrace what’s shaping up to be a stellar sledding season two years in a row, provincial police are reminding riders of the sport’s deadly downside. “Tragically, seven people have died in snowmobile incidents in OPP jurisdictions since the beginning of the 2025-26 riding season,” an OPP news release […]

By Mike Stimpson
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source

ANIMAKEE WA ZHING — To visit friends and relatives in Minnesota, members of one First Nation must cross the Canada-U.S. border three times. Chief Linda McVicar says her members haven’t had any trouble making the trip — so far. The Animakee Wa Zhing 37 chief told Newswatch the triple border […]

By Carl Clutchey
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal

A vehicle procession in honour of a young Kakabeka Falls woman who died last week in a highway crash near the village is set to start on Saturday morning. The procession for 28-year-old Cheyenne Mae Vaillant is to leave the Thunder Bay Speedway and travel to the Kakabeka Falls Legion. […]