Did you know? With the back-to-school season nearing, post-secondary students throughout Canada are preparing for campus/off-campus move-in day. Current estimates show that over 2 million students are enrolled in Canadian colleges and universities this year. Safety tips for students Campus/off-campus life brings plenty of new experiences, but staying safe should […]
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The oak tree is a symbol of strength, of endurance; “the mighty oak”, as it has been referenced in many a poem. The oak was a sacred symbol in ancient cultures, universally considered to have “unyielding strength”, not from being rigid, but rather with a deep resilience, a patience, representing […]
Miikanakwe LaVerne Elaine Caul “Miikanakwe” nee Calder lost her fierce battle to cancer, peacefully on July 28, 2026, at La Verendrye Hospital with her loving family by her side. LaVerne and her twin sister Lorraine were born in Fort Frances on April 12, 1948, to Bob and Maude Calder. She […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Mamie Rose Herdman, 81, of Miscampbell Twp announce her passing on Monday, August 3, 2026, at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
A Remembrance and Celebration of Life for Melvin Kallstrom will be held at the Devlin Community Hall on Monday, August 17, 2026 from 1-3 p.m. All are welcome.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia “Pat” Basaraba on July 16 at Riverview Health Centre. Pat was born in 1953, to Peter and Polly Basaraba. She is survived by her brother, Al (Laurel); her nephews, Matt (Emma) and Joe; Matt and Emma’s daughters, Ava […]
There will be Bingo at the newly remodelled Dance Hall on August 6. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Players must be 18 years of age to play. The Dance Hall fundraising committee and volunteers are having a walleye fish fry on Sunday, August 30, from 4-6 p.m. Walleye, salads, baked […]
EVENTS CALENDAR THREE DAYS OF FREE POP-UP PLAYGROUND FUN ARE COMING TO FORT FRANCES! Join us at ’52 Canadians rink surface from August 4–6 for an incredible opportunity to climb, play, explore and try something completely different—all for FREE! Ninja Warrior and Parkour classes, Minecraft Adventure games, Five Nights at […]
EVENTS CALENDAR The Halkirk Township Fire Protection Team will hold its annual fish fry this Saturday Aug. 1 at the Bear Pass fire hall. Adults $18, kids $5. Homemade Pies, Bouncy Castle and penny table. No dogs please. Summer Sounds in the Square concert series continues at 6 p.m. Wednesday […]
This past fall, we looked to buy a new car manufactured by KIA. We were very pleased with our current vehicle, but it was now eight years old. We went to a dealer in Thunder Bay and another in Calgary, only to be told that the vehicle was no longer […]
The last week of July has arrived! Today is our big Crop Day in the District. We have to do some quick pivoting because our specialist didn’t feel they should be travelling to the Northwest because of the fires. They felt that they would be using resources that are needed […]
Farmers often use a forage crop to add nutrients back into their soil. A forage crop is an excellent way for a home gardener to also add nutrients and rehabilitate their soil. It is a great method for adding organic material to a garden and dealing with difficult soils such […]
