Alice Virginia Ivall (Storkson) passed away surrounded by loving family on November 18, 2025, at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ontario. Alice was born on April 10, 1947, in Rainy River and grew up there. She was the eldest of eight children. From an early age, she took on […]
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Ramona Grace McWatt (Bird) passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, at Fairview Mennonite Home at the age of 96. Predeceased by her loving husband of 65 years, Charles William (Bud) McWatt (1929-2019). Ramona will be sadly missed by her children Sharon Caron (Brad), Rick (Jacquie) and Robert (Kim); her […]
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Charlotte Louise Robbins, née Mackintosh on November 16, 2025, at the age of 81 after a long and most courageous battle with multiple sclerosis and dementia. Throughout her illness, Charlotte remained caring, dignified, and stoically humble. Charlotte was an […]
It is with deep sadness the family of Delbert Sydney Ross announce his unexpected passing at home on Monday, November 17, 2025, at the age of 81. Delbert was the only child born to Eva (Armstrong) and Sid Ross on April 14, 1944. Delbert was the namesake of his uncle […]
It is with great sadness the family announces the sudden passing of Corey Vien, 52, of Fort Frances, Ont., at his residence on November 15, 2025. Corey was born on December 1, 1972, to parents Harvey and Micheliane Vien. He will be greatly missed by his mother Micheliane; his brother […]
Last week, I was listening to one of those often-mindless sports radio shows when the chatter was interrupted by an infomercial flashback that was sports-related but not mindless. I immediately recognized the voice of Phil Esposito, the more famous of the two Hockey Hall of Fame brothers from Sault Ste. […]
By Luke Hildebrand
Northern Co-Chair, President
Kenora—Rainy River Ontario NDP
Northern Co-Chair, President
Kenora—Rainy River Ontario NDP
Northerners know what it means to put in an honest day’s work, provide for their families, and take care of their communities. But in Ear Falls, that northern way of life is under threat. In October, Interfor announced the indefinite closure of the Ear Falls sawmill. Over 160 jobs have […]
By Robert Animikii Horton
Northern Reflections
Northern Reflections
I’m writing this column 30,000 feet above the South Pacific Ocean – somewhere north of Bora Bora and French Polynesia. South of Hawaii. Above me, a thousand stars sprawl across night’s canopy. Below, the Vantablack ocean stirs. To say I’m carrying a full heart and enriched spirit feels like an […]
You can tell that Christmas is coming. After the Halloween decorations were safely stored, the town went dark. Only the streetlights hid blackness in our neighbourhoods. The moon disappeared. And slowly light came has drifted back into our neighbourhoods. Outdoor lights were strung, and blow-up decorations began filling front lawns. […]
DID YOU KNOW? As highlighted in last week’s Safety Tidbits, falls are the number one cause of injury-related death, hospitalization, and emergency department visits among Canadian older adults. Preventing falls is crucial for older adults, but staying safe is everyone’s responsibility. You can start by: ADDITIONAL BEST PRACTICES Here are […]
I am hearing this amazing weather could be ending abruptly. It sure has been enjoyable. We have been warmer than in many parts of the province and I have enjoyed bragging about that. (Which will not likely bite me in the butt.) I have been feeding my cows twice a […]
The annual Emo Holly Daze takes place December 5 and 6 this year. This event has been enjoyed by the district for many years. The annual parade takes place Friday evening, December 5, followed by the lighting of the Christmas tree. Topping off the evening will be a display of […]
