Irene McEntyre of Ely, Minn., passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at Boundary Waters Care Center at the age of 93. Irene was born September 11, 1932 in Fort Frances, Ontario, Canada, to Bernard and Mary (Jolicoeur) Flynn. She married Roy McEntyre on May 12, 1955, and became a […]
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It is with deep sadness that the family of Dorothy Gate (McNally), 85, announce her passing on December 17, 2025, at the Rainy River Hospital. Dorothy was born to Charles and Mabel Blanche McNally (nee Wood) on November 6, 1940, in Rainy River, Ontario. Dorothy was predeceased by her parents […]
Here we are at another year’s end, another day in the continuum, a day no more important than Tuesday of last week, and no less important than the day we took our first step. Every day begins with maximum potential, every day a fresh start. Reviewing the previous 365 fresh […]
It is with deep sadness that the family of Dorothy Gate (McNally), 85, announce her passing on December 17, 2025, at the Rainy River Hospital. Dorothy was born to Charles and Mabel Blanche McNally (nee Wood) on November 6, 1940, in Rainy River, Ontario. Dorothy was predeceased by her parents […]
With heavy hearts, we are saddened to announce the passing of our dear wife, mother and grandmother Violet (Vi) Doucette (nee Shine) who peacefully passed away December 7, 2025, with her family by her side following a tragic fall. Violet was born April 21, 1945, and grew up on the […]
EVENTS CALENDAR December’s 55+ movie matinee at the Fort Frances Public Library. Dec. 19 a 1 p.m. No Admission, free popcorn. Featuring “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” (2024). “Nobody is ready for the mayhem and surprises that ensue when six of the worst youngsters disrupt the town’s annual Christmas performance.” […]
As I read and reread last week’s Times article on the sale of Sunny Cove, memories come flooding back. Thoughts of weddings, anniversary parties, famile reunions, school year ends, safe grad, church services, teaching canoeing skills and studying wildlife. They are all pleasant reruns of the past. My thoughts themn […]
The Redrum MC Treaty 3 Chapter made a donation of $4,000 to the Emo Food Bank on Sunday, December 14. Redrum MC Treaty 3 recently held a raffle with the proceeds being donated to the Emo Food Bank. Charlene graciously thanked the three members that handed her the donation, plus […]
By Liz Adam
Life Coach’s Corner
Life Coach’s Corner
We’ve been learning about how to improve focus as an important aspect of managing our minds. The holidays can be a season in which it becomes more challenging to be able to focus well. There are so many things to do! Our minds and bodies can become particularly busy and […]
By Robert Animikii Horton
Northern Reflections
Northern Reflections
Being an Xennial, growing up as a 90’s, and raised in the suburban northwest metro of Minneapolis made for a unique experience. Life was suddenly electric with all things new. All things experimental, fresh, and dynamic. Be it art, music, media, culture, or new ways to spend time, the loud […]
During this Christmas season, we start thinking about the gifts we want to give to our family and friends. Often we wander store to store in search of the “perfect gift” for each person. Wouldn’t it be great if we could choose one gift that would fit everyone, like a […]
The deal that made superstar defencemen Quinn Hughes a member of the Minnesota Wild last week sent hockey historians — well, one of them anyway — scurrying to see how many other Norris Trophy winners have been traded. The answer is surprising. Just 33 players have won the Norris, as […]
