Born to Tyler and Rebecca, nee Lowey, of Fort Frances, Ontario, a boy, George Robert Dane, weighing 7 lbs 4oz, on January 2, 2024 at LaVerendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario.
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January is Alzheimer Awareness Month. There are several events underway for the month, to help caregivers and their loved ones navigate life with dementia. The Circle of Security Parenting Program will run an eight-week session on Wednesday evenings, from January 17- March 6. Sessions will run from 6-7:30 p.m., with […]
A joint exhibit, Tied Together, featuring beadwork from across the region, will open to the public on Friday, January 12 at the Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre. The exhibit has been created in partnership with Kay-nah-chi-wah-nung Historical Centre, and will move to that facility in the spring. St. John’s […]
During my trips to the grocery store I always see people stocking up on canned soups. Although I do realize that making a soup from scratch requires more effort that a few turns of a can opener, the rewards are much greater. Not only are you in control of your […]
Subjectivity and controversy often are teammates in decorating the heroes of sports. Sometimes, controversy goes beyond a ballot box, as it has with Baseball Hall of Famer Andre Dawson. The best centre fielder the Montreal Expos ever had was deservedly elected to the Hall of Fame in 2010. The top […]
Even if you have very dry soils, you can still successfully grow trees, shrubs and perennials without constant watering in the Rainy River District. The secret lies behind the concept of xeriscaping (Xeriscape landscaping), which by definition, is landscaping designed specifically for areas that are susceptible to drought or for […]
Since I started writing this column back in 2007, I typically try to write about seasonally relevant topics, mostly related to fishing but sometimes other outdoor activities as well. There are always fishing seasons open and it’s usually not to hard to find something to write about but I won’t […]
OK, so today starts the official day that the holidays are over. No more putting things off and eating snacks and treats. I never get excited to de-Christmas here, but I’m feeling more ready this year since I have big plans to do a major de-clutter. I am still hosting […]
Sadly, the family announces the passing of Kevin Dale Berg, 59, formerly of Stratton, Ontario, on January 2, 2024, at his place of residence in Hamilton, Ontario. Kevin was born in Emo, Ontario, on July 27, 1964. Kevin was predeceased by his grandparents; Harold and Ellen Doudiet of Dryden, Ontario, […]
