Bebaamajiwegaabo (Bay-bah-mah-jih-way-gaw-bow) – Wazhashkwan odoodeman March 24, 1962 – December 16, 2024 It is with great sadness that the family of Vernon Allan Atatise, of Gakijiwanong Anishinaabe Nation, announces his passing in Thunder Bay, Ontario, at the age of 62. Vernon was born to William “Billy” Atatise and Leona Labott-Atatise […]
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Tyson Penner, a beloved son, grandson, brother, and friend, passed away on December 20, 2024, in his hometown of Fort Frances, Ontario. Born on January 18, 2000, Tyson was the cherished son of Marilyn Penner and Leland Indian. He is predeceased by his father Leland Indian; brother Linden Indian; and […]
FEATURED POST The Community Christmas Dinner will be hosted by the Cridland Family. This cherished tradition is a celebration of togetherness, generosity and holiday spirit, and will continue in the memory of Duane Cridland, who cared deeply for the community. Christmas dinners will be available for delivery or pick-up on […]
Often, trying to explain “the way it was” is a challenge. Try telling somebody, for example, that boxing used to be stop-the-press news, and the blank stare will leave you speechless. For decades, sports fans were mesmerized by championship fights that attracted the best sports writers, primetime television cameras and […]
Dear editor, Your recent article “Federal government looks to unlock critical mineral development in northern Ontario” ….. could not be more timely, given little Donnie’s threat to immediately slap a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods when he takes office in January 2025. Fights with a loyal friend and […]
In last week’s column I wrote about how my wife Shelby and I, along with a few friends took a trip north of Kenora last week to enjoy some moose hunting. We stayed at a resort, ate well and spent a good chunk of the week in the outdoors. It […]
Barbara Ann (Dougherty) Cain, age 90 years, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2024, with her children by her side. Mom recently celebrated her milestone “90th” birthday, on November 15, 2024. She was born November 15, 1934, in Saskatoon, Sask. On August 18, 1954, Mom and Dad were married in […]
The family of Heather Dubois, 73, of Fort Frances, are saddened to announce her passing on December 14, 2024. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Eileen Klymko passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024, at the Rainycrest Long Term Care Home at the age of 104. She was born on July 15, 1920, in Fort Frances. Eileen Klymko (nee Bartush) was the devoted wife of the late Michael Klymko and the loving mother of Dan […]
December 19, 1939 – December 14, 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce Jennie’s peaceful passing after a short battle with glioblastoma (brain cancer) – five days short of her 85th birthday. She was born in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, England in 1939; the daughter of an artillery gunner […]
The snow is gently falling. It clings to branches like cotton balls. The white Christmas lights on the shrubbery have become muted as they light the snow surrounding them. The snow is clinging to the trees and the evergreen branches are bent. Our neighbourhood is a Christmas postcard picture. The […]
The annual LaVallee Christmas potluck held last Sunday (December 15) was topped off with a visit from jolly Santa Claus. Santa’s visit was much enjoyed by the youth attending along with adults enjoying Santa’s visit. Santa had Christmas bags of treats for all attending. Ron and Charlene McTavish once again […]
