At the Bakery in Rainy River there was quite a collection of long gloomy faces gathered at a social distance around the debating table. There was some sniffling, but it wasn’t a virus. It was tears of sadness at the passing of summer. Snowflakes were drifting down out on the […]
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Matt Simeoni An open letter from Matt Simeoni Chair, Board of Directors Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre. On behalf of the Board, I extend my appreciation to all Hospital staff and professional staff for an extraordinary response and sacrifice during this pandemic. It cannot be overstated that their dedication […]
I have never been invited into so many homes as I have been since the COVID virus struck across the world. I have been giving a glimpse into how people decorate and furnish their homes. I have been able to discern what their reading habits are. On MSNBC, Senator Claire […]
Sadly on Monday, October 26, 2020 Ray Mose, 85, of Fort Frances passed away at his residence with his family by his side. Due to COVID restrictions, a private service will be held by invitation in Ray’s memory on Friday, October 30, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Northridge Funeral […]
Darlyne passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at the age of 78, with her family by her side. Darlyne was born on July 20, 1942 in Emo, ON to Chesley and Dorothy Elliott. Darlyne met the love of her life Stewart Bruce and was married April 25, 1964. […]
Here we are into the last week of October and we have seen snow already for a couple of weeks! I am hearing that things are going to warm up again so we will see the return of the mud season. It hasn’t been that bad but sounds like we […]
Even if you have very dry soils, you can still successfully grow trees, shrubs and perennials without constant watering in the Rainy River District. The secret lies behind the concept of xeriscaping (Xeriscape landscaping), which by definition, is landscaping designed specifically for areas that are susceptible to drought or for […]
Growing up in northwestern Ontario and participating in hunting as much as I could growing up, moose were definitely on a pedestal for me and many others as the premier hunting opportunity in our part of the world. My dad used to tell me stories about moose hunting when he […]
Megan Walchuk
Sometimes it’s the little things that matter. Because sometimes, they grow into something bigger than we could have imagined. This Sunday morning, a small group of volunteers gathered well before dawn, to begin a 35 km walk from Manitou Rapids to Fort Frances. The suffering caused by both breast cancer […]
Robin McCormick
Devlin correspondent
Devlin correspondent
Happy Halloween to all kids in our district. Even with COVID restrictions may you all enjoy your treats, costumes, and survive social distancing. Clocks turn back an hour this weekend. Good idea to set them back Saturday before going go to bed. Crossroads School will hold its next parent council […]
Our family loves autumn. The crisp cool days are refreshing after a long hot summer and combined with beautifully coloured leaves rustling in the wind makes for a wonderful time of year. Cooking with seasonal ingredients enhances this whole experience.This pumpkin vinaigrette recipe is one of our favourites. It captures […]
The family of Mark Waino Drazenovich, age 61, of San Diego, Calif. are deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of their son, brother and uncle on Tuesday, October 20, 2020. A complete obituary to follow.
