Bernice Campbell passed away on August 20, 2021 at the age of 93, leaving her family and friends with a lifetime of cherished memories to ease the loss. Bernice was born on June 9, 1928. She experienced an idyllic childhood with loving parents, Stella and Mark Meyers and a beloved […]

Stephen Robert McGillis passed away on Monday, August 9, 2021, in Toronto, Ont. He was born on September 25, 1957, in Fort Frances, Ont. to Elsie McGillis and Alexander Adams. He grew up in northwestern Ontario, spending time in Fort Frances, Seine River First Nation and Thunder Bay. As a […]

Growing up on Lake of the Woods really does give you a real appreciation for the actual size of the lake. Having spent thousands of days on this body of water, there are still massive sections that I have never even seen before. There is literally a lifetime of exploration […]

Rubs don’t have to be “rubbed” onto meat. A simply dredging or sprinkling will do just fine, but that being said, any rubbing will help the spices to penetrate the meat better in most cases. I never purchase pre-made spice mixes from the store. I always get greater satisfaction from […]

September 3, 1936 – March 23, 2021 In the remembrance of the passing of Robert. Friends are invited to the Funeral Services which will be held on Friday, August 27, 2021, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Cremation has taken place, a private graveside service for his […]

An “Explore Rainy Lake Digital Fishing Tournament” is running August 13 to 22, with $5,000 in prizes up for grabs! Sponsored by the Town of Fort Frances in conjunction with the Rainy River Future Development Corp, the catch and release walleye and sauger tournament will be held over the MyCatch […]

Born to Melanie and Matt, of Fort Frances, Ontario, a girl, Chloe Grace, weighing 6 lbs 2 oz on August 3, 2021 at LaVerendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario.

Born to Michelle and Zach, of Fort Frances, Ontario, a girl, Addilyn Rose, weighing 7 lbs 2 oz on August 2, 2021 at LaVerendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario.

Born to Keisha Ottertail and John Geyshick, of Lac La Croix First Nation, Ontario, a girl, Lyra Lynn, weighing 4 lbs 1 oz on August 1, 2021 at LaVerendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario.

I would imagine that most people who engage in fishing for the love of water and nature feel a moment of awe when reeling their catch in, taking in the beauty and perfection of each fish they catch. How could you not. My daughter and I were off on a […]