Even on TV, there’s a lot to watch when the attraction is a Canadian Football League game. Exciting plays. Crazy fans dressed up for (fill in the blanks). Players dancing in the end zone, or showing off on the sideline. So there I am, sitting in front of the television […]
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First came the heat warnings on Friday. Then came the tornado warnings. We’ve had more than one tornado warning this year, and we kept our eye on the sky. In the late afternoon, my phone started alerting me to lightning strikes in the district followed by tornado beeping. We tracked […]
DID YOU KNOW? Summer in Canada means more people are heading outdoors to enjoy our vast country’s stunning natural landscapes. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or planning your first camping trip, prioritizing safety is key to a memorable and injury-free experience. Understanding and practicing injury prevention can be the difference […]
That was quite a storm that passed through last Friday! At the Research Station we received 40 mm and 31 mm at home. It soaked up quite well, but we do have a few sticky spots to avoid today. I did hear of a few places locally that received some […]
May 23, 1959 – June 28, 2025 It is with heavy hearts the family of Carla Lea Galbraith announce her sudden passing on June 28, 2025. She was lifted by angels on a beautiful summer evening surrounded by family and friends at the cabin on Rainy Lake. Carla was born […]
It is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of Albert Kirkrude on June 26, 2025, at home on Big Grassy First Nation. Albert was born on March 17, 1942, in Morson, Ontario, to Edward and Marie Kirkrude (Adams). Left to mourn is one son Delaney Bruyere; grandson Damien; […]
Gisela Helga Mykytyn (Kaus) passed away peacefully on her birthday, June 27, 2025, at the Grace Hospital, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, with family by her side. Gisela and her twin brother Dieter were born June 27, 1938 in Anklam, Germany, to their parents Anna Bertha Kaus (Wegner) and Reinhold Kaus. Mom […]
It is with sadness the family announces the death of Elsie Thorpe on June 7, 2025, at the Grace Hospital. She was born February 17, 1929, and raised on a farm near Binscarth, Manitoba, the third child of four to John and Levenia (Honey) MacKay and always kept an interest […]
The annual Lake Despair Casting For Cash was another success. Both the anglers, organizers, volunteers and spectators enjoyed themselves. 44 teams participated this year. The top 3 winning teams were: Thanks to Bill and Nell Godin for once again hosting a top-notch tournament! Congratulations to Mike Badiuk and Tasha Wood […]
I had the lucky opportunity to be a part of a community get-together last week; a potluck with everyone’s favourite dish, with games and boat rides. Just about every age group was represented, from a five-year-old all the way up to deep in the 90s. My favourite thing to do […]
EVENTS CALENDAR The final deadline to apply for Quest for the Best is July 9. There are still some spaces available. Check out the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce page on Facebook for more details. The Fort Frances BIA his holding Mall Days on Thursday, July 10 from 10 a.m. […]
EVENTS CALENDAR The Teddy Bear Picnic hosted by the Fort Frances Public Library is being held tomorrow, Friday July 4 starting at 11 a.m. Grab your favourite teddy and join us in fun for all ages! Spry Petting Zoo, bouncy castles, face painting, games and more! $5/person admission free for […]
