Jesse Marschalk Dear editor: My name is Jesse and I am six years old. I was so upset when I looked outside on Saturday morning. Someone had stolen my Hallowe’en graves and my big orange pumpkin bag. I had raked for about one hour all by myself to fill that […]
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Mary Jane Pearson Dear editor: On behalf of the La Verendrye Hospital Auxiliary, I would like to thank everyone for the overwhelming response to our recent fall tea. Without the willingness of the membership to volunteer many hours, it would not have been possible. The food and baking was superb, […]
On Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, Dad passed away peacefully, with family by his side, to join his wife, Pearl, who predeceased him on Oct. 14, 2003. He was born May 27, 1928 in Winnipeg, Man. He is survived by his daughters, Val Marie, Debbi (Rod), and Terri (Kevin); son, Darren; […]
We regretfully announce the sudden passing of Clara Kliner on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010. Clara was enjoying her gardening chores with a dear friend when she passed. Those who bought milk and cream from her for many years knew her as an extremely kind-hearted woman with a smile for everyone. […]
VAN DER KROEF–Born to Bram and Mary Grace, nee Ans, of Devlin, Ontario, a girl, Ember, weighing 7 lbs. 6 oz. on October 20, 2010 at La Verendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ont.
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Kay Graves on Monday, Oct. 25, 2010 at Rainycrest Long-Term Care in Fort Frances, Ont. Katie was born March 14, 1917 in Gardenton, Man. to William and Anastasia Rogoza. She was united in marriage to Harry Graves on […]
Sadly, on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, Allan Christopher Big George, Asabasidonini, Atik Odoodeman, passed away at Anishinaabeg of Naongashiing First Nation. Chris was born Oct. 9, 1970 in Rainy River, Ont. and was a lifelong area resident. Chris was a kind-hearted, sociable fellow who enjoyed a good laugh with family […]
The La Verendrye General Hospital Auxiliary deserves a hearty round of applause for fulfilling its $500,000 pledge to the local “Care Close to Home” fundraising campaign. It took five years longer than initially planned but that fact this goal was achieved at all—given the tough economic climate of late, a […]
David M. Bourgeault Dear Mike: The headline for my letter does not fully explain my feelings regarding the recent decision by our mayor and council to give themselves a raise. In my humble opinion, the timing was not right for an increase in the monies paid to local elected officials. […]
Christa Little Oct. 17-23 is Canadian Foster Family Week, which is dedicated to honouring the foster families here in Rainy River District. Foster families are essential to the work that takes place at Family & Children’s Services, and without the constant care and commitment these families provide, we would not […]
Jackie McCormick Dear editor: As a concerned parent and community member opposed to the Rainy River District School Board’s transportation policy, I am writing this letter to bring the issues of the unfair bus policy to the attention of all residents of Rainy River District and to ask for their […]
