It is with great sadness that the family of Gerald Kelly “Joe” Daw announce his peaceful passing on October 5, 2026, at the age of 80. Gerald was born May 3, 1946, in Emo, Ontario, to Pearl (nee Stevens) and Theodore Daw. Left to cherish his memory is his longtime […]
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Raymond Ernest Clifford Gustafson, age 95, of Fort Frances, Ontario, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at La Verendrye General Hospital, with family by his side. He was born in Fort Frances on June 6, 1931, to Folke and Laura Gustafson (nee Rodland). Ray was a proud, lifelong […]
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Edward George Morken. Ed was born August 27, 1946 to Paul and Anna Morken in Emo, Ontario. He was raised on a farm in Barwick, Ontario, with his siblings, Hazel (Bob) Gratton, Irene (Lyle) Locey (predeceased) and Melvin […]
The family of Ruth Stewart, 71, sadly announce her peaceful passing on October 11, 2026. A funeral is planned for Friday, October 23 at the Christian Reformed Church in Emo, Ontario, at 11:00 a.m. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Have your say in the community, come out to vote. Advance Polls will be open Saturday, Oct. 17 from 12 – 5 p.m. at the municipal office. Election day is Monday, Oct. 26, with polls open 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. at the municipal office. All voters need a piece […]
EVENTS CALENDAR There will be a series of Gospel Meetings held at the Fort Frances Senior Centre 401 Nelson St, Fort Frances. Sunday October 18th & November 15th 3:30pm – 4:30pm All are welcome to hear the teachings of Jesus from the Bible—shared simply and freely. For more information contact […]
EVENTS CALENDAR Calvary Baptist Church in Emo is hosting an Open House for the community to celebrate the completion of phase 1 of their building expansion. Stop by between 4-7pm TODAY, Thursday, Oct 8 for building tours and free food! Calvary Baptist Church is located at 9062 Colonization Road, Emo, […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Louis-Marie Quesnel announces his passing on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at the age of 86. Louis was born August 27, 1940, to Emela and Victor Quesnel in the small community of St. Albert, Ont. He was raised on a small dairy […]
Betty Anne Westover passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was 71 years old. Mom was born on February 3, 1955, to Milton and Johanna “Anne” Westover. The oldest of five children, Mom grew up on the family farm and homestead north of Barwick, never […]
Sky above. Earth below. Fire within. That’s the best description I can express about slow dancing with the spirit of Anishinaabemowin. The poetics, the romantics, the art, the potential, the promise and the clarity. They are all present. When you carefully cradle and carry a burning passion for something meaningful […]
I checked the weather for the month of October. It really looked quite good, so I printed it off, and I am going to keep track of how close it is. Despite being short of hay and pasture, the dry conditions this summer were so much more enjoyable than the […]
There will be a cornhole tournament this Friday, Oct. 9, at the Emo Legion, starting at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6 p.m. The cost to enter is $30 per team. Players must be 17 to participate. To register, text (807) 276-3451. Last week’s meat draw winners at the […]
