Riverside Health Care has handed out the largest single-month 50/50 jackpot ever distributed by an organization in the Rainy River District at $27,952.50, a total it credited to strong and ongoing community support. Julia (Charmaine) Herbert of Fort Frances took home the record-breaking pot, calling it a wonderful surprise that […]
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By Times Staff
As part of its plan to protect Ontario and keep communities safe, the Ontario government is protecting firefighters in Kenora- Rainy River by investing over $ 300,000 through the Fire Protection Grant. Kenora-Rainy River MPP Greg Rickford made an announcement yesterday in Dryden. “This funding is a reflection of our […]
The family of Robert Luke Archie regrettably announce his passing on January 3, 2026, at the Rainy River Hospital with his daughter by his side. Robert was born in Assabassca, now known as Mishkosiminiiibiing First Nation, Ontario, on November 5, 1938, to Robert John and Pauline (nee Bluebird) Archie. Left […]
It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Tom Campbell at Riverside Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario, on December 29, 2025, at age 79. Tom felt that he was very fortunate during his lifetime and was grateful for the many opportunities that he experienced. He grew up in […]
The family of Jeannine Elizabeth Cornell sadly announces her passing on January 2, 2026. A full obituary will follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
The family of Laurent (Lawrence) Sylvio Desserre, 95, of Fort Frances, formerly of Pinewood, Ontario, are saddened to announce his passing on January 4, 2026. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Born September 18, 1949, in Plaster Rock, N.B. Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 3, 2026, at Fort Frances Hospital. Left to mourn are his wife of 55 years Barb (Haines) Everett; daughters Bobbi-Jean Pitkanen (Tom), Shauna Ahern (Jason); grandsons Kole Pitkanen (Kristen), Tyson Pitkanen […]
It is with great sadness that we announce Beverley Rose-Mary Kozachenko passed away peacefully with her family by her side after battling a brief illness on January 1, 2026. Bev was born June 28, 1940, In Fort Frances, Ont., to her parents Dorothy May and Ivan Cunningham. She was raised in Fort Frances prior to moving to Atikokan where […]
Sadly the family announces the passing of Joy Marie Legaree, 90, of Fort Frances, Ontario, on January 1, 2026, at her residence in Fort Frances. Joy was born in Rainy River, Ontario, on December 4, 1935, to parents Ben and Violet Morrison. She will be lovingly remembered by her children […]
Dolly was born May 30, 1935 in Fort Frances Ontario to parents Albert and Lilybelle Warren. She was united in marriage to Conrad Lemieux in 1952 and together they resided and raised their family in Fort Frances. Sadly the family announces the passing of Agnes Dale Lemieux “Dolly,” 90, of […]
Albert Sulo Rajala was born on January 4, 1945, and passed away peacefully on his 81st birthday. Al was deeply loved by those who knew him. He had many adventures throughout his life and greatly enjoyed sharing his stories with those who gathered around him. He will be remembered for […]
