Raija Hellevie (Tyrvainen) Carey, age 75, of Fayetteville, Arkansas died in the early morning hours on Sunday August 16, 2026, after a long battle with severe COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. Raija was a beloved Sister, Wife, Mother and “Nana” as she was known to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She […]

It is with deep sadness, the family of Susan (Sue) Lori Bagacki announces her peaceful passing at LaVerendrye General Hospital on August 16, 2026. Sue was born on July 30, 1961, to Rita J. Bagacki and the late John H. Bagacki. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her mother, […]

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Tristan, age 18, who left us far too soon. Tristan was born on March 25, 2008 to Kim Councillor and Trevor Smith. Tristan was a kind, loving young man whose presence brought joy and laughter to the […]

Born to Jacob & Jael Gerber (NEE: Nussbaumer) of Fort Frances, Ontario, a boy, Jeriah Japhet weighing 5 lbs 13oz, on August 13, 2026 at LaVerendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario.

EVENTS CALENDAR St. Mary’s Church is partnering with the Salvation Army in the “After the Bell” program.  This program, sponsored by Food Banks Canada, offers child-friendly nutritious food packs to young children 12 and under throughout the summer months when other food supports are unavailable.  Food packs will be available for pickup […]

EVENTS CALENDAR St. Mary’s Church is partnering with the Salvation Army in the “After the Bell” program.  This program, sponsored by Food Banks Canada, offers child-friendly nutritious food packs to young children 12 and under throughout the summer months when other food supports are unavailable.  Food packs will be available for pickup […]

Gardeners are always looking for great plants to add to their gardens and columbine is an excellent choice, especially for shade or woodland-type gardens. Columbine (Aquilegia spp.) is native to the Thunder Bay District. It can be found growing in many areas, including the forest. It is an early bloomer, […]

By Robert Animikii Horton

Mentors are very special. There is something implicit in their mission. That is: Don’t simply create more followers nor more carbon copies. In the words of the late Gordon Tootoosis’ character Cecil Delaronde from Blackstone, “Leadership is not ascent to power. It is submission to service.” Over the years, some very […]

We’ve been talking about how just one person can make a difference. If we are able to find even one other person to work together with, we can make even greater differences. Not only does having someone to join forces with give us companionship, but it also augments the positive […]