With shattered hearts we lay our father, grandfather and great-grandfather to rest, 18 days after our precious mother, Norma. Nastor (SNA) passed away on June 6, 2024. Dad was born in Fort Frances on February 25, 1930, to Mary Nastiuk (Zyha) and Magdary Nastiuk. Nastor attended Fort Frances High School […]
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Marie was born to Marcel and Elsie Lecot on January 7, 1941, in Fort Frances, Ontario. Marie worked numerous jobs including 25 years at Buena Vista Resort. She enjoyed fishing, bird watching puzzles and reading. Marie is survived by her children Eddie Pearson (Norma), Glen Pearson, Sandra Lange (Richard Schulz), […]
George Penner of Sleeman, Ont., passed away of a heart attack on Sunday afternoon, June 9, 2024, while surrounded by family and friends, at the age of 76 years and 22 days. He leaves to mourn his passing, his loving wife of 47 years Edith (nee Krahn); and six sons […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Edmond St.Pierre announces his passing on June 13, 2024, at the age of 88. Ed was born on February 1, 1936, in Rainy River to Edmond and Maria St. Pierre and grew up in Minahico. On June 24, 1972, Ed married […]
The council of Fort Frances earlier this year spoke of the high cost of replacing the community’s infrastructure in Fort Frances. The original sewer in front of the newspaper office was made of clay. Men digging with shovels originally dug a trench about ninety centimeters wide down to a depth […]
Crossroads School once again ended their school year with their traditional fish fry finale. Well over 300 people attended the finale and the weather cooperated fully. A walleye supper with all the fixings, plus entertainment made up of Brynlee Libiak playing guitar and singing a country favourite Wagon Wheel, Dale […]
Not everyone has a large yard for expansive plantings so this column will provide you with an array of tips to consider when planning to install a garden in a smaller space. No matter the size of your yard you can still create a garden space if you desire. The […]
Riverside Health Care is holding an Open Board Meet- ing, June 18 at 5:30 p.m. If you’re interested in attending, contact Brooke Booth at b.booth@rhcf.on.ca. Online options available. The Fort Frances Splash Pad grand opening will be held June 22. MPP Greg Rickford will be hosting a FREE community Barbecue […]
The Alberton Community Garage Sale will be held Saturday, June 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Maps are available online at www.alberton.ca, or at the pavilion at the park on Hill Rd, where more sales will be taking place! Borderland Racing at the Emo Speedway will rev to life […]
Almost everyone loves good Chinese take-out food, so in my most recent cookbook, Cooking Around the World with Chef Dez, I included a whole chapter on this. In that chapter you will learn how to make all your favourites at home, including this most popular recipe for Chicken Fried Rice. […]
A few weeks ago, my favourite six-year-old asked a thoughtful question: “How old do you have to be to read?” The first six words — “How old do you have to be…” — can be asked of many situations, of many people. Even hockey coaches: “How old do you have […]
By Nickolaus Hayes
Special to the Times
Special to the Times
What does it take to be a good father? While there are countless answers to this question, it generally means playing an essential role in a child’s life. Generally, fathers provide abundant love, support, and involvement, making sacrifices to ensure their children are loved and cared for. A father is […]
