To the editor: The recent court decision in favour of Métis hunting and gathering rights (R v. Powley) is a victory for everyone. When the law is upheld based upon legal, historical, and moral principles, everyone wins. Clearly this court decision is based upon knowledge not ignorance, competence instead of […]

In loving memory of Joyce Reta Walton, 74, of 851 Colonization Rd. W., Fort Frances, Ont., who passed away Friday, Sept. 28, 2001 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born Feb. 18, 1927 in Neepewa, Ont. to Noble and Annie Hyatt. […]

James “Jim” Plumridge, aged 68 years, of 715 Third Street West, Fort Frances, Ontario passed away at La Verendrye General Hospital on Wednesday, September 26, 2001. Jim was born September 13, 1933 in Fort Frances, Ontario to the late Lyle and Elizabeth Plumridge. On November 5, 1952, he was united […]

Steven Allan Mathews, 52, passed away Sept. 6, 2001 in Palmer, Alaska. Steven was born Jan. 12, 1949 in Bemidji, Mn. He graduated from International Falls High School in 1967 and attended two years of college. Steve served in the U.S. Air Force for 22 years, retiring in 1992. His […]

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Paul Hogan, 84, of Fort Frances, Ont., on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2001. He was born Jan. 29, 1917 in Emo, Ont. Mr. Hogan had lived most of his life in Rainy River District. He enjoyed living at his lake home […]

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved mother and grandmother, Evelyn JeanetteWagner, nee Giauque, age 81, of Rivers Edge Villa, International Falls, MN., who passed away on Sept. 19, 2001 at Falls Good Samaritan Center, Int’l. Falls, MN. Evelyn was born March 18, 1920 […]

Peggy was born on September 5, 1922 in Spooner, Minnesota, and was raised as a Canadian in Fort Frances, Ontario. Peggy lived a cheerful and loving life at 19-600 Nashville St., Chatsworth, CA., 91311, until her sudden, but peaceful passing on September 20, 2001. Peggy married Harlan “Hub” Ballard, also […]

Born to Shawn and Kristina nee Stevens, of Fort Frances, Ont., a baby girl, Kassidy Dienna, weighing 7 lbs. 9 oz. on September 13, 2001 at La Verendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ont.

Jaxon and Dawson are pleased to announce the birth of their sister, Anelynn Melody Elaine, born on Sept. 18, 2001 at 5:02 p.m. at La Verendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ont., weighing 8lbs. 15oz. Proud mom is Cherity Calder

Born to Robert and Tanya nee Scott, of Barwick, Ont., a baby boy, Matthew Robert Allen, weighing 8 lbs. 11 oz. on September 18, 2001 at La Verendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ont.

Born to Tony and Martha, nee Esh, of Loman, MN., a baby boy, Karl Lynn, weighing 7 lbs. 6 oz. on September 19, 2001 at La Verendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ont.

Born to Shawn and Keri, nee Munford, of Fort Frances, Ont., a baby boy, Lucas Alexandre, weighing 8 lbs. 3 oz. on September 21, 2001 at La Verendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ont.