The family of Bev Renaud wish to announce her passing on February 2, 2022, in Calgary, Alberta.Bev was born on July 4, 1933 and raised in Fort Frances and spent her formative years in this close-knit community. She later moved to Winnipeg where she raised her four children. Eventually she […]
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, brother, uncle, papa Leo Austin Penney, age 71, on Saturday, February, 5, 2022, at La Verendrye General Hospital with his family by his side. Leo was born March 22, 1950, in Emo, Ont., and was raised on […]
Bill joined his soulmate Beth on January 21, 2022. He will be lovingly remembered always by his daughter Linda-Beth and his son-in-law Blair. Bill always thought of Blair as a son and a best friend. Bill is deeply loved and missed by his grandchildren Lisa-Beth and David; his very special […]
Edward Bogacki, 84, of Fort Frances, Ont., passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022, at the La Verendrye General Hospital. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a private family service will be held. A complete obituary will follow.
The Alzheimer Society of Canada recently flew its Forget Me Not flag in the Township of Emo. On hand for the flag presentation was Mary O’Connor, Client Services Co-ordinator for the Alzheimer Society of Kenora Rainy River District, and Emo councillor Lincoln Dunn. According to the Alzheimers Society of Canada, […]
Similar to how perch were sometimes disrespected by anglers when I was growing up, the same could be said about burbot. I can remember fishing as a kid and there were times when somebody caught a burbot and it was left on the ice, “for the fox”, I can remember […]
Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner, and although I am not a big sports fan, one cannot help but being inundated by the media that this annual game day is fast approaching. Almost everyone loves dip with snacking chips, so I am giving you a couple of our […]
The U11 AA Canadians hockey team are hosting The Canadians Cup tournament, Feb 18-20th 2022 at The Fort Frances Memorial Sportsplex. Six teams will be battling for the cup, with games open to the public. The opening ceremonies are at 3:30 pm Feb 18, with free Admission all weekend.
The Seniors Companion Project is looking for volunteers for its friendly phone call program. Take a little time out of your week to alleviate loneliness in a senior – and even yourself! Training and full support are provided. Call Andrea Avis at 271-6370, or e-mail seniorsproject@fortfrances.ca. Seniors looking to receive […]
When you’re a member of the sports media, you’re not supposed to have a personal bias about the athletes you cover. Sometimes, it happens. For me, it happened with Ken Read. He was an international skiing star, leader of the famous Crazy Canucks, who were winning World Cup races with […]
Riverside Foundation for Health Care is excited to announce that the winner of the January Riverside 50/50 electronic raffle is Amanda Lalonde of Emo, ON with the winning ticket number O-5775889. Lalonde takes home $17,870, with the same amount going to the Foundation. The draw was made Monday, January 31 […]
