Randy Ernest Brannan spent his final moments in his home, with family and friends by his side, on the afternoon of April 11, 2026. He was 69 years old. Born on December 12, 1956, in Emo, Ont., Randy spent his childhood in North Branch, the youngest of five children. As […]
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It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Marlene “Molly” Crozier on April 18, 2026 at Emo Health Centre. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Leuciano Leaurence (Larry) Fontana, age 94, of Fort Frances, Ontario, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, at La Verendrye hospital with family by his side. He was born on December 13, 1931, in Fort Frances, Ontario, to Andrew and Clementina Fontana. Larry grew up in Fort Frances and graduated […]
Joanne Ogden passed away on April 13, 2026, at her home in Emo, Ontario. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Predeceased by her parents Irene and John Ploegman, who taught her the importance of doing her best for her family and neighbours. Her legacy continues to live […]
May 20, 1949 – March 9, 2026 Rainy River, Ontario Donald Leonard Ricci passed away on March 9, 2026, at the age of 76. Don was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, teacher, and man of faith whose warmth and presence left a lasting mark on those who knew him. […]
Owen Edward Ernest Ross, a retired teacher, accomplished athlete, traveller, and devoted animal lover, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 16, 2026. Owen was born on August 27, 1942, to Violet (nee Calder) and Archie Ross. He spent much of his life in the classroom, […]
Today is “Earth Day.” The month of April is considered Earth Month, but on this day, we look to promote environmental protection and raise awareness about pollution and climate change. Since 1970, Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22 to promote environmental protection, raise awareness about pollution and climate […]
I think most of us are still recovering from our Cattle Sale this past Saturday. We sold 1,580 head. We had one of the biggest receiving days on Thursday that we have seen in many years. We had over 1,000 head. The staff were exhausted and didn’t get a lunch […]
By Robert Animikii Horton
Northern Reflections
Northern Reflections
Droplets are falling from rooftops, and we are arriving at sunsets later and later into the evening. Spring has arrived here in beautiful Borderland. Very soon, our remaining mini ice shelves will split on the lake, and the ice will vanish cleanly from our highways. Summer is right around the […]
The Women of Our Lady of the Way will host a Spring Tea and Bazaar this Saturday, April 25, from 1:30-3:00 p.m. Admission is $5 and the Bazaar takes place at Our Lady of the Way school. There will be bake tables, a door prize, draws and more. Come out […]
Sometimes I like to imagine how I would have spent my time if I had a second run at living my life, given the chance. The exercise may sound laced with regret, but on the contrary, the imagining is just for fun. There would be a few things I would […]
EVENTS CALENDAR The Rainy River Festival of the Performing Arts runs from March 26 to Apr. 24 for the full schedule visit ff-festival.com. The Fort Frances Public Library is hosting a reading of Don’t you Dare Run Away a new comedic play by Robin Taylor Wright featuring local talents Darren […]
