It is with great sadness that the family of Marilyn Strand (nee Lee), 67, announces her passing on Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2006 in Chilliwack, B.C. after a courageous battle with cancer. Marilyn was born in Fort Frances, Ont. on July 12, 1939 and grew up at Bear’s Pass, Ont. She […]
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MOSE–Born to Shane & Leanne, nee Hahkala, of Fort Frances, Ont., a boy, Nelson William, weighing 6 lbs. 9 oz. on August 22, 2006 at La Verendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ont.
Corey Menson, 14, of Seine River First Nation, Ont., passed away suddenly on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2006 at his home at Seine River First Nation. Corey was born May 12, 1992 in Winnipeg, Man. to Ted Menson and Karen Kabatay, and he lived lived all of his life in Seine […]
It is with great sorrow that the family of Keith Kabatay announces his sudden passing at Seine River First Nation, Ont. on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2006 at the age of 17. Keith was born in Fort Frances, Ont. on Jan. 24, 1989 to John and Michelle Kabatay. He had lived […]
Roger Edward Mainville, 71, of Couchiching First Nation, Ont., passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2006 at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre in Thunder Bay with his loved ones at his side. Roger was born Oct. 7, 1934 in Fort Frances, Ont. to the late Dan and Madeline […]
It’s great to see that interest in the upcoming municipal election here already is taking shape—well before the nomination deadline of Friday, Sept. 29 at 5 p.m. To his credit, Mayor Dan Onichuk let it be known way back in January that he would be seeking a second term. Then […]
Dear Mr. Editor: There is not an hourly newscast goes by without the stating of the word “terrorist(s)” in our “brave new world.” Canadian politicians “bought into” this frenzy and dragged the country with them in, too (whatever the script is). The incompetence and insanity of the government is manifested […]
Dear sir: Re: “From the Publisher’s Pen” of Aug. 23, 2006 (Why can’t we generate energy?). Your article touches on matters the resolution of which I believe will have very significant and long-term ramifications for Rainy River District. It is because of my concern for the district, and my on-going […]
Dear editor: I would like to thank everyone who helped make my bike ride to Emo for Terry Fox a success. To everyone who donated money, wished me well, and said a few prayers, I thank you, Also to my family for their support and help, and for the welcoming […]
Dear editor: One of our favourite bass tournaments was the Morson Bass Classic. When it was changed to a new site and title, the Morson Bass International, we were not concerned until we found out it went from a two-day tournament to a three-day one—and the entry fee was increased […]
Dear editor: On Saturday, Sept. 9, the Alzheimer Society of Kenora/Rainy River Districts is holding its fourth annual “Ride For Memories.” Riders from all over Northwestern Ontario will take part in this event in an effort to raise funds for this worthwhile organization. All monies raised by this event stay […]
Dear editor: It has been a very busy season for many of the animal bylaw officers right across the region. I am from Fort Frances and as of Aug. 18, we have had 44 reported bear sightings. Out of these 44 sightings, five bears had to be immobilized and two […]
