In recent weeks, there’s been a great deal of attention paid to Dalton McGuinty’s decision to shut down the Ontario legislature and lock MPPs out until his party chooses a new leader early next year. While it is true that much of the work MPPs do in the community and […]

Last weekend, my husband and I had a fun time with unexpected company. Friends from years ago. The first guests were three siblings of Ralph Lehman, who were here to celebrate Ralph’s 90th birthday. They came Saturday afternoon and I especially enjoyed the visit because we grew up together in […]

It’s comforting to see the issue of mental illness no longer lurks in the shadow of society, and that there’s now a concerted effort to better ensure the mental wellness of young people. The estimation that one-in-five students will suffer a significant mental health problem or disorder over the course […]

Therese Jolicoeur (nee Cote), 83 years young of Rainy River, Ont., passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Rainy River Health Centre on Friday, Nov. 2, 2012. Therese was born in St. Lina, Alta. on June 12, 1929 to Victor and Exilda Cote. She was united […]

We announce with profound sorrow that on Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012, Walter Andrusco passed away peacefully at La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. Mourning his passing are his three children, Leda (Freddie) Beck, Billy (Karen) Andrusco, and Julie Andrusco; grandchildren, Mary Ann (Joe) King, Sarah Andrusco, Jennefer (Udi) […]

It is with deepest sorrow that the family announces the passing of Dora Boudreau (nee Fournier) on Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012 at the age of 103. Dora was born Aug. 8, 1909 in Nova Scotia. At an early age, her family moved to the north shore of New Brunswick. Then […]

Stanley (“Bert”) Livingston passed away peacefully at the Thompson General Hospital on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012 at the age of 66. Bert was born Nov. 28, 1945 in Fort Frances, Ont. to Helen and Irvin Livingston. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Carol (Eldridge); three daughters, Wendy […]

It is with great sadness that his family announces the passing of Lyle Harold Plumridge of Fort Frances, Ont. on Nov 8, 2012. Lyle was born June 16, 1957 in Atikokan, Ont. to Joseph and Maxine Plumridge. He moved with his family to Fort Frances in 1965. Lyle attended Fort […]

Clarice (Boo) Peterson, 88, of 1107 River Rd. W., Fort Frances, Ont., passed away peacefully at La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances on Friday, Nov. 9, 2012. She will be sorely missed by family, friends, and the many charities to which she generously contributed. Boo was a joyful person, […]