“Zhiishiib” Waasisii doodem It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lori-Lee Kelly, age 55, on July 20, 2026, at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, ON. Lori was born December 22, 1970, in the big town of Emo, ON. Born to parents Bob and Dolores Kelly. […]
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It is with great sadness that the family of Neonewapenase “Mushom” Smith announce his peaceful passing on July 21, 2026 at Laverendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, On. with his family by his side. Mushom was born in Naicatchewenin First Nation to Sally and Billy Smith. Left to mourn his loss […]
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia “Pat” Basaraba on July 16 at Riverview Health Centre. Pat was born in 1953, to Peter and Polly Basaraba. She is survived by her brother, Al (Laurel); her nephews, Matt (Emma) and Joe; Matt and Emma’s daughters, Ava […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Sharon McPherson announce her passing on July 23, 2026, at La Verendrye hospital surrounded by her family. Sharon was born September 02, 1949, in Kenora, Ontario to the late James and Mary Murphy. In 1966 the family moved to Fort Frances […]
EVENTS CALENDAR The Fort Frances Kiwanis Club is hosting a barbecue in memory of Dr. Bob Lidkea a long-time Kiwanian. Wednesday, July 29, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The Kiwanis Club will be preparing hot dogs and hamburgers for visitors and collecting old glasses and frames to help provide […]
By Andrew Flynn
aflynn@fortfrances.com
EDITORIAL
aflynn@fortfrances.com
EDITORIAL
Our readers may have noticed that over the past few months, the number of flyers from major national retailers included in the Thursday Bulletin of the Fort Frances Times has dwindled to next to nothing. We want you to know that those changes aren’t coming from us and to explain […]
EVENTS CALENDAR There will be a Show and Shine Classic Car show on July 23 from 3-7 p.m. at Fort Frances GM including a free barbecue and treats. Pop Vegas will perform at the Fort Frances Legion on Saturday, July 25 from 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Summer Sounds in […]
I’d like to think that when no one is watching, I morph into a model of productivity and discipline and for the most part, that is a true statement. I am a mission on a mission, and I can burn the pants off a project all by myself. When no […]
Spending decades at the nexus and intersection of cultural traditions and education can certainly conjure significant reflection. Lately, conjuring has been active. Lively, even. The last few decades in Canada have seen an emphasis on traditional education. On one level, I understand this focus due to damage, turbulence and aims […]
Book review: How Leaders Learn: Master the Habits of the World’s Most Successful People
By Robert Animikii Horton
By Robert Animikii Horton
When leaders and philosophers travelled to Delphi to seek guidance from the Oracle at the Temple of Apollo, they would regularly see three stylized inscriptions that welcomed all who approached from near and far. “Know Thyself.” “Nothing in Excess.” “Surety Brings Ruin.” Individually and together, they express coherent ethical visions […]
Across the Rainy River District, tourist camps and outfitters are having a banner year. Camps are full of fishermen and families. Squeals of delight can be heard across the lake as children play and paddle on beaches and docks. Summer in Northwestern Ontario is beautiful and fun-filled. The majority of […]
