It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our loved one, Albert John Bernardi, on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2000 at the age of 69 at La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. Albert was born July 26, 1930 in Thunder Bay, Ont. to the late […]

Dear Mr. Editor: Congratulations to all concerned for offering us a full-fledged paper, which gives us a broader view of the world, confirming our need and willingness to open our mind, enlarge our views, and share our concerns with each other and the world at large. Thus the burning hot […]

Dear sir: Remember the big news a couple of weeks ago about the government financing hockey teams? The news was hardly out of the bag before public sentiment peaked in protest and suddenly government pledges and agreements to bail out teams fell to pieces. The good news about democracy is […]

Dear editor: I stood amazed on Nov. 12, 1999 when the “Paint the Town” heritage mural was unveiled revealing E.W. Backus, my great-grandfather, stunningly represented by the artist Brian Romagnoli in the midst of rolls of paper, dams, and mill illustrations. A hush came over my heart as I realized […]

Dear sir: The Our Lady of the Way Anniversary Committee will host a special celebration to commemorate the 100th birthday of Our Lady of the Way Parish in the town of Pinewood, Ont. on June 30-July 2, 2000. The history of our parish dates back to 1896 when it began […]

Dear editor: Concerning the Rainy River District Music and Drama Festival and the scheduling of entrants. Each year, concern is expressed regarding the scheduling of entrants from all areas of Rainy River District. The program committees for 2000 will be arranging the program to address the special transportation needs of […]

A babysitter, or an older brother or sister, is often responsible for the care and safety of young children. Knowing what to do in the event of a poisoning, and following proper poisoning prevention behaviours, are an important part of that responsibility. Caregivers should know children who are poisoned by […]

In the midst of rampant concerns about our health care system, here is some good news experience. First, I’ve had a chance to facilitate planning for the Northwest Health Network, a regional association of care facilities’ boards and staff. They are working hard to ensure high-quality, “seamless” care in Northwestern […]

There’s something in the human soul that craves the gentle fall of snow and the subsequent blanketing of everything ugly. With the world turned white, piles of rubbish take on artistic form, barren patches of earth are stacked with beauty, and snow-laden bushes spark the imagination. But vastly more important, […]

Helen Emily McGowan, 69, of Atikokan, Ont., passed away suddenly in Fort Frances, Ont. on Feb. 3, 2000. She was born Sept. 15, 1930 in Fort Frances to the late William and Daisy Jackway. Helen is survived by her husband, Mervin; and four sons, Charles of Calgary, Alta., David and […]

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our loved one, Leona Emma Valliant, on Thursday, Feb. 3, 2000 at the age of 84 at La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. She was born June 14, 1915 in Crozier, Ont. to the late Joe […]

Frank R. Williams entered into rest at Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay, Ont. on Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2000. He was the beloved husband of Donna Williams; loving father of Mike and wife, Alison, of Calgary, Alta., and Patti and husband, Bruce Atkinson, of Grimsby, Ont.; and loved grandfather of Jaime, […]