On March 31, 2018, Jackie Roste passed away peacefully at Grove Park Home in Barrie, Ont. Mary Jacqueline Roste, known as Jackie and affectionately known as “Cookie” by her cousins and high school friends, was born on Aug. 13, 1941 in Macklin, Sask. to Grace (nee Crowe) and Jacob Shucard, […]
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It is with deep sadness that the family of Paul David George Begin announces his sudden passing on Friday, April 20, 2108 at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre in Thunder Bay, Ont. Paul was born on Aug. 8, 1942 in Fort William, Ont. to Cecilia and Adelord Begin. […]
Sadly, the family announces the passing of Leslie Howarth, 82, of Fort Frances, Ont., on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. Leslie was born on Aug. 4, 1935 in Fort Frances to Cecil and Zelma Howarth. He was an avid photographer, learning from his […]
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, Judy Ann Copenace, on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at Big Grassy First Nation. Judy was born on Dec. 15, 1965 in Rainy River, Ont. to Daniel Copenace and Lillian Cochrane. She was predeceased by her […]
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alan Cameron Wensley on Saturday, April 21, 2018, with his family by his side, at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre in Thunder Bay, Ont. Alan was born on Dec. 21, 1938 in Emo, Ont. At the age […]
It is with profound sadness the family announces the unexpected passing of our dear boy, Tristan Joseph Webb, age nine, on Thursday, April 12, 2018. Tristan was born in Thunder Bay, Ont. on May 20, 2008. He came into the world early at 34 weeks and was a strong little […]
Sadly, the family announces the passing of Charles Harrison, 83, a former longtime resident of Barwick, Ont., on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at his residence in Fort Frances, Ont. Chuck was born on Sept. 4, 1934 in Rossburn, Man. to Irwin and Blanche Harrison. Chuck was passionate about watching sports, […]
We are saddened to announce the passing of Frances Kepes, of Rainycrest Long-Term Care Home in Fort Frances, Ont., on Monday, April 23, 2018 at the age of 87. Frances Marosi was born in Kislod, Hungary in 1931 to Johan and Elizabeth. She was an only child as her father […]
Staff It was a “banner” weekend for a group of Fort Frances bowlers in Kenora. The local contingent garnered 41 points overall to capture the annual “Aggregate” tournament that pits the four clubs making up Sunset Country competing against each other in various divisions. Balmertown was next with 28 total […]
Staff Chicago Blackhawks’ defenceman Duncan Keith was among the 31 NHL players nominated for the this year’s King Clancy Memorial Trophy. The trophy is awarded to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice, and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community. Nominees for […]
Jamie Mountain Count the Muskie girls’ soccer team among those who were happy with the recent nice weather here in Borderland. The black-and-gold made their way onto the pitch for practice Monday afternoon at Fort High to sharpen their skills for their upcoming season, which kicks off with an exhibition […]
Sam Odrowski Grade 6-8 students at the Sturgeon Creek Alternative Program (S.C.A.P.) put on a silhouette performance inside the Townshend Theatre earlier this month during the Drama portion of the annual Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts. Biblical stories, such as the birth of Jesus (above) and “The […]
