Clara was born in Emo, Ontario, on September 17, 1946, to John and Dolly Scott. She passed away on March 2, 2023, at the age of 76 in Haggersville, Ont. Clara is survived by her sisters Ruth Scott of New Westminster, Alexandria (Scott) Midtdal of Kelowna, Ann (Scott) Oster of […]
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On the evening of November 6, 2023, Dawn completed her earthly journey in Duluth, Minn. Born to Margaret Big George on May 17, 1975, Dawn resided in Minnesota for the majority of her life. She is preceded in death by her mother Margaret; her brother Joe; and her aunts Cecile […]
July 20, 1941 – September 14, 2023. We are very sad to announce the passing of the captain to our family ship. He fought like a true Viking, he had beat the cancer, but the battle was fierce. The will was still strong like a cedar swamp buck, but the […]
I recently completed the judging of the Manitoba Community Newspaper competition for the best overall community newspaper in the province. The best part of judging the competition was that old friends who are now publishers in the province continued to have the same feel for community journalism that I do. […]
The annual and always favoured Emo Holly Daze are coming soon. This year’s dates are December 1 and 2. Many traditional events take place every year some being the Friday night parade, tree lighting, fireworks, food drive, vendor markets, soup and bun at the Emo Legion both Friday and Saturday […]
Louis Riel Day is November 16 across the Métis homeland. He was born on October 22, 1844, in Saint-Boniface of the Red River Colony. I stumbled upon his grandmother’s story in Women of Red River written by W J Healy in 1923 during my personal research. The opening line was […]
Christmas Child Shoe Boxes – Are available at The Bargain Shop. Fill a box for a child in need, Hurry – collection week is this week! Seniors Active Living Fair – Tomorrow, Wednesday, November 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Frances Seniors Centre. If you’d like […]
Eras Night with the Fort Frances Lakers, Border Skating Club, and Best for Kitty – Come to the Lakers game on Saturday, November 11, against the Dryden Ice Dogs. There will be attendance prizes, Best for Kitty displays, Taylor Swift music, two amazing ice shows, and of course – hockey! […]
While the name “winter” squash might hint at a frosty season, it’s actually autumn when these hearty vegetables shine their brightest. Beyond the classic pumpkin, a treasure trove of delectable options awaits your culinary exploration. Winter squashes are renowned for their ability to stay fresh for extended periods, thanks to […]
On Saturday, Mike O’Shea’s 12th playoff game as head coach of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers will decide whether he’ll be on the sidelines for his fourth Grey Cup Game one week later. In both games, and probably in every game as long as he’s the Bombers’ coach, O’Shea will be […]
After months of enjoying another open water fishing season, last week was the first since the spring that I didn’t spend any time in my boat. I have intentions of getting out on the water at least one last time to burn up some of the gas remaining in the […]
By Ken Kellar
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
The newly elected LaVallee Seniors Committee is hosting their first event. There will be a coffee get-together on Thursday (November 23) from 1-3 p.m. Anyone wanting to bring cards, or board games feel free to bring along. There will be muffins and cookies to enjoy. This is our first gathering […]
