Sadly the family announces the sudden passing of Evie Hawk, 33, of Winnipeg, Man., on August 7, 2024. Evie was born on August 2, 1991, and was raised in Emo, Ont., later relocating to Winnipeg to live. She is survived by her mother Tracy Hawk (Patrick Sinclair); her children Ethan […]
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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Charlotte (Char) Lawson on August 12, 2024, at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont., with her dedicated staff by her side. Charlotte was the youngest of five siblings and was born on June 28, 1955, in […]
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Glendoris Medicine on Friday, August 9, 2024. Glendoris was born on November 15, 1967, in Fort Frances, Ontario. Glendoris belonged to the “Makwa” (Bear) clan and her Anishinaabe name is “Memegwesiwahbek.” She was a long-time resident of Thunder Bay but […]
The family of Bradley Nixon, 65, of Rainy River, Ont., are saddened to announce his passing on August 19, 2024 at Rainy River Health Centre. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Mrs. Georgene Wihlidal, age 80 years, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Sunday, July 28, 2024. Born January 22, 1944, to parents George and Margaret Baber in Lemberg District, Saskatchewan. Georgene was a devoted member of the CWL – St. Mary’s Parish in Fort Frances. She enjoyed square dancing, […]
Canadians living in towns and cities do not worry about sewer and water. It comes and goes neatly in the pipes that bring fresh safe drinking water to our homes from municipal systems and takes away our sewage in similar fashion to be processed at a sewage treatment facility. We […]
The annual Naicatchewenin Fall Bass/Walleye Classic (formerly North West Bay) takes place September 13 and 14, this year. The entry fee is $300.00. Those wanting to register a team can do so via Facebook, text or call Connie at 807-276-7998. Payment order will determine launch order. There is an Early […]
This was a bit of a reboot. I started it in 2010 and just got it finished during my annual trek to Alberta.This is important! You know the routine, but you are a senior, or like me a senior; senior, so let’s review. As your 80+ driving licence test is […]
Family Movie and Game nights at the SGEI library will end when school starts up, but there’s still four nights of fun to be had! Movies will be shown Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:30. Light refreshments available. The whole family is welcome! TODAY August 20: Toy Story; August 22: Despicable […]
