Submitted Rayden Copenace of Riverview School in Rainy River added his thumb print to the painting created by artist Shawna Grapentine yesterday as part of Literacy Day activities there. The painting portrays a tree with the “Seven Grandfather” teachings at the roots, incorporating both French and Ojibwe languages and the […]
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Sam Odrowski With schools across the district now halfway through the year, the director of education for the Rainy River District School Board says there’s lots to celebrate and look forward to. “I think we’ve accomplished a great deal, and we’re just going to remain focused on our annual operational […]
Submitted “By The Lamps Glow,” a rug-hooking piece made by Debbie Ballard was awarded first place in the “Best Pattern Design” category of the Fibre Art Festival. All 26 pieces submitted for the exhibit now are on display upstairs at the museum.
Debbie Fairbanks of Couchiching spoke to St. Michael’s students about medicine teachings last Monday during the school’s “Wellness Day.” Gary Councillor also presented with her about the four sacred medicines, which include sage, sweet grass, tobacco, and cedar. Students made medicine poaches to hold the sacred plants.
Sam Odrowski Hand drummers Linda Guimond and Lavana Fox gave instruments to an early-learning class before performing indigenous music with the students as part of “Wellness Day” activities at St. Michael’s School last Monday.
Press Release The Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the newly sworn-in board of directors for 2019-20. Those sitting on the board include: •Gina Pope, Commercial Account Executive, Gillons’ Insurance Brokers; •Travis Green, Owner, Green’s BrandSource Home Furnishings; •Blair Anderson, Co-owner, Betty’s of Fort Frances; •Katy Trimble, […]
Sam Odrowski Developing a balance in life with respect to mental wellness, self-care, and self-esteem is important–and teaching these lessons to children at an early age can help strengthen their mental health. To promote positive messages relating to students’ mental well-being, St. Michael’s School hosted a “Wellness Day” back on […]
Sam Odrowski Jessica Larose from Kenora-Rainy River Child and Family Services visited St. Michael’s School last Monday (Jan. 14) to teach students about positive thinking and being mindful during the school’s “Wellness Day.”
Samuel Harcus, 97, of Fort Frances, Ont., passed away suddenly on Friday, Jan. 25, 2019 at La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances. Sam was born on April 30, 1921 in Drumlithie, Scotland to Samuel and Johan Harcus. The family moved to Canada in 1926. He was a veteran of […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Diane Zdep (Delaurier) announces her unexpected passing on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019 at her home in Airdrie, Alta. Diane was born June 2, 1945 in Fort Frances, Ont. She was educated in Fort Frances and was married to Bill Zdep in […]
It is with great sorrow that the family of Rose Marie von Niebelschutz (née Currat) announces her passing, surrounded by her family, on Friday, Jan. 25, 2019 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. Rose Marie was born on Oct. 26, 1932 in Grandvillard, Switzerland to Henri Augustin Currat […]
Donald M. Beadle, of Peterborough, Ont., passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, with his family at his side, on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019 at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre at the age of 61. He was formerly of Moose Jaw, Sask. and Fort Frances, Ont. Beloved husband and […]
