Franklin Grant McComb passed away peacefully at La Verendrye Hospital on July 18, 2023, after a brief battle with cancer. Frank was born on March 28, 1955, in Emo, Ontario, to Buzz and Louise McComb. He felt blessed to have grown up in Emo, enjoying the freedom of small-town life. […]
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It is with sadness that the family of Arthur Miller announces his passing on July 12, 2023, after a long battle with diabetes. Arthur Edward Miller was born on June 23, 1942, to William and Florence Miller. He grew up on the family farm in Sifton and when it was […]
Waabanookwe After a courageous battle with trauma, depression, and addiction, our beautiful Waabanookwe – Sadie Rose Shebahkeget began her journey to the spirit world on July 11, 2023, by suicide. Sadie was born on March 7, 2002, to parents Julian Shebahkeget and Delphine Michelle at Lake of the Woods District […]
The family of Jeromy Wensley sadly announces his passing on July 18, 2023.Full obituary to follow.
By Mark Elliott
Ah, Rainy River. The town that never naps… on a weekday. Much. If you ever wonder what you’d be like when you are retired, I highly recommend spending a week of vacation in Rainy River. Some people take vacations so they can make “plans.” Strange people these are… “Harry and […]
The North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) kicked off in Kjipuktuk (Halifax) on July 16 with over 5,000 athletes from 756 Nations across North America of youths aged 13 to 19 years old, along with coaches and officials. The opening ceremonies at the Scotiabank Centre in downtown Halifax were enjoyed by […]
Tech Tuesday: Learn about Coding – For kids ages 6-9 at the FFPLTC. Three Tuesdays from Jul. 25-Aug. 8. 3-4 p.m. This program will cover concepts like: commands, sequential events, concurrent events, bugs, loops, and Blockly. Smartphone Support – Jul. 26 5-6 p.m. at the FFPLTC. Offering help with set […]
Do you have your tickets yet? – Skye Wallace and Goodnight Sunrise are bringing a rock show to the Bass Championship with Tour de Fort. TONIGHT! Thursday, July 20. Tickets are available online or at Ski’s Variety, The Fort Frances Public Library or Boston Pizza for $20. $25 at the […]
