Brenda McPhersonErin McMahon Dear Editor, We are writing this letter to bring awareness about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). FASD is an umbrella term that describes a range of disabilities that occur as a direct result of alcohol consumption during pregnancy. Consumption of alcohol during pregnancy is one of the […]
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Sept. 22 will mark an important date for Canadian Firearms Program legislation. On that day, Members of Parliament will either choose to support the private member’s bill of Candice Hoeppner of Manitoba which would allow for debate on the legislation to kill the long-gun registry or to kill the legislation […]
“Wally, you simply have to do something about your hearing,” ordered Sweetie after repeated requests for help with a chore received no response. Wally rose to comply explaining to himself, wisely, his “hearing” was okay, it was his listening that was finely tuned. But like many an ex-railroader, the noise […]
Ronald Frederick Anderson peacefully passed away on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010 at the age of 90 years less two months. He was born on Nov. 1, 1920 in Spooner, Mn., moving to Fort Frances, Ont. as a young child, and residing here his whole life. As a young man, he […]
Eliza Medicine, 77, of Fort Frances, ON passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010 at Rainycrest Long Term Care with family at her side. Eliza was born on Oct. 28, 1932 in the Rainy River First Nations to Sandy and Maggie Horton. At the age of 17, she met Robert […]
There’s no question the Fort Frances Airport serves the entire Rainy River District and so it’s only fair that district municipalities help shoulder the cost to operate it. And clearly there’s a sense of urgency. With revenues tumbling, due to fewer flights and the subsequent reduction in landing fees collected […]
Kiley Hanson Dear editor: As many of you know, the World Fishing Network (WFN) currently is running a contest to find the “Ultimate Fishing Town” in Canada. With the nomination period over and the first round of voting coming to a close this afternoon (Sept. 1), Nestor Falls has a […]
Ron and Judy MartenMarlin and Linda Marten Dear editor: I would like to take this opportunity to let the town of Fort Frances know what great hospitality and kindness we were shown in our time of need. While returning from a fishing vacation at Ten Mile Lake Resort, travelling along […]
Reta Joyce Dick (nee Miller) of Sorrento passed away Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2010 at the age of 77. Reta will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, Roy; daughters, Linda Barrett (Doug) and Deb Billwiller (John); son, Barry Dick (Nickia); and grandson, George Harris. Also surviving are her […]
Jim McBride, of West Palm Beach, Fla., passed away recently at his home with his family by his bedside. Born in Winnipeg, Man., Jim spent his entire working life in Florida. Jim enjoyed his visits back to Canada, and especially Fort Frances, Ont. He was pictured in the local Times […]
Carolyn Elizabeth Murray (Irwin) passed away suddenly on Sunday, Aug, 29, 2010 after a brief illness. Carolyn was born Feb. 24, 1944 in Fort Frances, Ont. to John Henry (Jack) Irwin and Marian Rita (Comeau). She was predeceased by both her parents; and her stepfather, Frank Callaghan. Carolyn is survived […]
With deep love and sadness, the family announces the passing of Arnold Frank Wood on Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010. Arnold Frank, of Iroquois, Ont., was born March 6, 1935 in Sleeman, Ont., the fourth son of Joe and Rose (Katie) Wood. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, […]
