It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Lloyd Gilbert Hoffman, 89, of Fort Frances, Ont. on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019. Lloyd was born in Rainy River, Ont. on Jan. 11, 1930. Lloyd leaves behind his wife of 64 years, Arlene; one daughter, Shelley (Scott); and a daughter-in-law, […]
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With profound sadness and a mixture of joy and faith in our Lord Jesus, the family of Dixie Watson (nee McQuaker) wish to announce her passing peacefully in the Rainy River Hospital on Nov. 8, 2019 following a sudden onset of pancreatic cancer. She was predeceased by her grandparents, her […]
Mr. Steven Robert Watson, age 58 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loving family, in the T.B.R.H.S.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019. Steve was born in Scarborough, Ont. on April 20, 1961, the son of Robert and Patricia Watson. He grew up in Brampton before attending Lakehead University where he […]
It is with great sadness that the family of May Edna Matheson announces her passing on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019 at Rainycrest Home For The Aged. May was born on May 13, 1932 in Fort Frances, Ont. to Robert and Marta McKenzie. She lived in Fort Frances all her life, […]
Do you know a young person who is involved in worthwhile community service, is contributing while living with a limitation, has performed an heroic act, demonstrates individual excellence, or is going above and beyond to help others? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you can nominate them […]
Jamie Mountain There are ups and downs to every season but lately it feels like anything that could go wrong does for the Fort Frances Lakers. The Lakers lost a pair of home games over the weekend, starting with a narrow 2-1 defeat to the rival Dryden GM Ice Dogs […]
Here are the sunrise and sunset times for Nov. 14-20: •Nov. 14–7:20 a.m. and 4:35 p.m. •Nov. 15–7:22 a.m. and 4:34 p.m. •Nov. 16–7:23 a.m. and 4:33 p.m. •Nov. 17–7:25 a.m. and 4:32 p.m. •Nov. 18–7:26 a.m. and 4:31 p.m. •Nov. 19–7:28 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. •Nov. 20–7:29 a.m. and […]
Submitted Emo CAO Bridget Foster, left, Emo Station chief Rick Vanderaa, Emo Station firefighter James Klug, Enbridge Gas Inc. field supervisor Duane Harris, fire chief Joshua Colling, fire protection advisor Larry Lundy of the Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management, and Mayor Harold McQuaker recently got together for […]
Submitted Early ice fishing opportunities can be good–just remember to stay safe out there.
Press Release
Backus Community Center is pleased to announce that Kathryn L. O’Connor has joined the Backus staff as event co-ordinator. Many locals will know Kathryn as Ron and Jessie Laurion’s daughter. Kathryn’s experience in catering and operating a bed and breakfast in Alaska makes her a great asset to not only […]
Jamie Mountain They just were unable to find consistency when it mattered most. A solid season came to an end earlier that it had hoped as the Muskie junior boys’ volleyball team was swept 3-0 by the host Dryden Eagles in the NorWOSSA semifinal on Friday morning. “It’s disappointing because […]
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Georgia Romyn
Georgia Romyn
The fourth meeting of the TWRS Rabbit Club was held at the Romyn’s house on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019. The president, Danielle Schram, called the meeting to order. The members recited the 4-H pledge. The meeting minutes were read by Aynsley. Cale accepted the minutes as read and Bradley seconded […]
