Dear editor: The future of Sturgeon Creek School is currently under review. The Accommodation Review Committee (ARC) is in the midst of a series of four public meetings in order for students, staff, parents, and community members to give their input as to the value of Sturgeon Creek School. There […]
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Two weeks ago, I noticed that the Carlsons had put their Christmas lights up on their home. Wasn’t that rushing the season a bit? But then I looked at the flyers with Thursday’s newspaper immediately after Hallowe’en and all were promoting Christmas. We hadn’t even gotten to Remembrance Day, which […]
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 […]
Well, even though I’m not quite done plowing, I just might be the way things looked and felt earlier this week! I don’t think I’m brave enough to pack myself onto the tractor. I have about a day’s worth of seed to clean, so I think that is what I’ll […]
By Melanie Mathieson The Gardening Guru Have you ever noticed that our food does not have the same flavour intensity as it did about a decade ago? Food today does not seem to have that taste bud-popping flavour we remember. And the reason is that much of our food has […]
Part of the reason we, as fans, love sports so much is the unpredictability of it. For every expected outcome, there’s usually a shocking upset, such as Texas A&M’s big win over the defending national champions and top-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide in college football last Saturday night. So to see […]
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 […]
