Nedamaanakwad nindigo Migizi nindoodem Raymond Clifford Wilson was born on August 12, 1935. Ray passed away at his home on January 22, 2024. Ray was 88 years old. Ray was predeceased by his parents Lucy Adams and Albert Wilson; by his two brothers Wallace and Gordon Wilson; and by his […]
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On our way to visit our granddaughters in Calgary we cross the Prairies in almost a day. We notice the road signs announcing places like Whitewood, Grenfell, Gull Lake, Kindersley, Wynard Saskatchewan. We don’t stop, but whether visiting relatives in Saskatoon, we ended up at the Biggar Hospital with my […]
As our January thaw manufactures puddles that are seeping through my not so waterproof shoes, I dream of the blooms of Lotus Land, aka B.C. Here’s a little retread from a decade or so ago. After 40 years of wedded bliss my wife, the Pearl or the Orient, and I […]
In my research of the fur trade, I read observations recorded by European men writing for history’s sake, men like James Isham in the 1730s and Andrew Graham 30 years later. One thing caught my eye and stuck with me was the wolverine. The wolverine was clever, difficult to trap, […]
A free beaded lanyard and keychain workshop will be held February 5 from noon to 3 p.m. and again from 4-7 p.m. at the SGEI Makerspace. Create a beaded lanyard and keychain for your work or home keys! Decorate them in your own style with thousands of beads to choose […]
Surrounded by the unwavering love and comfort that his family always brought him, it is with great sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Edward “Duane” Cridland, on the evening of January 25, 2024. We have only immense gratitude for the life of Duane. Through the years of living […]
January is Alzheimer Awareness Month. There are several events underway for the month, to help caregivers and their loved ones navigate life with dementia. January 26 is a PD Day! Here are some events taking place: A kids Movie Matinee, featuring Monsters University, will be showing at the Fort Frances […]
The family of Raymond Wilson, 88, of Manitou F.N. is greatly saddened to announce his passing on January 22, 2024. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Do you have a New Year’s resolution of eating healthier? If so, maybe this will help. “Power Bowls” are simple and hearty customizable meals in a bowl that are packed full of nutrition. The idea of this meal is to try and keep it as healthy as possible and filling […]
The newly founded Seniors Committee held their second coffee/tea and homemade baking last Tuesday, January 16. Although the thermometer was reading extremely cold, about 35 people made the effort to attend. Many cups of hot coffee/tea were enjoyed. One could hear the chatter of people eagerly conversing. I think everyone […]
