Since being elected, one of the things I’ve tried to do is raise awareness of the type of services I offer in each community. While a lot of attention is paid to the “political” aspects of Question Period, speeches, or statement in Queen’s Park, many people often don’t realize the […]
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After this past week, I can’t help but believe global warming is impacting us. I would never have expected rain in the second week of January. Instead, I would have expected frigid temperatures—the kind that takes your breath away just stepping outside. I shouldn’t complain about milder weather and its […]
At long last, our national nightmare is over. While I’m one to prefer the major junior and collegiate side of the game compared to the professional ranks, I have to admit it’s certainly nice to see that the NHL will be resuming play Saturday night. Although questions do remain about […]
Dear editor: Thank you to the entire community for purchasing the Christmas DVD/CD set in support of the Salvation Army’s Christmas Cheer Fund. Some $4,000 has been donated to the fund so far. This set will continue to be sold throughout the year to provide more funds for 2013. Thank […]
Dear editor: As ol’ St. Nick himself “Ho! Ho! Ho’d” his way around Rainycrest’s Hallett Hall, giving out Christmas oranges and wishing each of us a Merry Christmas, I looked at the faces of all the residents at Rainycrest’s annual Christmas party and noticed there either were smiles on them […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Earl Iver Sandmoen announces his peaceful passing, with family by his side, on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013. Earl was born Nov. 27, 1931 to Alfred and Emma Sandmoen of Rainy River, Ont. Earl was a man of many talents; he worked […]
Lea Quibell passed away peacefully Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013 at Rainycrest Long-Term Care in Fort Frances, Ont. at the age of 90. She was predeceased by the love of her life and husband of 70 years, Allan. Lea was born Oct. 17, 1922 in Vassar, Man. to the late Antoine […]
Sharon Tibbs, of Fort Frances, Ont., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013 with her family by her side. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends. Sharon was born Aug. 12, 1943 in Fort Frances to Vivian (Mallory) and Fred Carter. Sharon was a bright student and enjoyed language […]
In loving memory of Gerald (Bob) Benson, who passed away Friday, Jan. 4, 2013. He was born May 24, 1936. As per Bob’s wishes, there will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held in late spring. Interment of ashes will be […]
It appears—fortunately—that calmer heads will prevail and today’s planned “day of action” by aboriginal protesters won’t include widespread blockades and other disruptions. Just how events would unfold was a mystery given the belligerent statements by some native leaders in the lead-up to last Friday’s meeting between Prime Minister Stephen Harper […]
