Looks can be deceiving when you peek outside these days across Sunset Country. Unusually mild weather just keeps hanging around and it looks more like late March out there than December. It’s certainly pleasant, but it’s not convenient for those of us who enjoy outdoor activities at this time of […]
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Now that Thanksgiving is past, it’s time to think about Christmas–happy, fun-filled, surprise-packed Christmas. And, sometimes later in life, nostalgic Christmas. Nostalgia: something from the past and wishing that you could experience it again. Yes, that’s nostalgia. But for children, Christmas always should be magic–part of the magic of childhood. […]
Say what you will about Rainy River District but one thing is clear: despite the economic struggles our area continues to face, residents always come through when asked. Whether it’s a call for donations to build a new theatre, arena, or library, to fund much-needed medical equipment, to support those […]
“Long before we’re ready we sadly say goodbye, but there are those in a far more beautiful place who are whispering welcome home.” It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Connie McRitchie. Connie was born Dec. 27, 1956 in Atikokan, Ont. to the […]
ANDERSON-BEAUCHEMIN-Born to Dene Anderson and Chris Beauchemin, of Fort Frances, Ontario, a girl, Sierra Emily, weighing 6 lbs. 14 oz. on November 17, 2015 at La Verendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario.
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our loving mother, Elsie Mary Ward who left us on November 26th, 2015 at the Thunder Bay Regional Hospital with her children by her side. Mom was born on February 7, 1934 in LaVallee Ontario. Her life began on a […]
Kathleen (Kathy) Elizabeth Sadergaski (nee Bone), 66, of Fort Frances, Ont., passed away Thursday, Nov. 26, 2015 in Thunder Bay, Ont. following a struggle with pulmonary fibrosis. She was born Oct. 7, 1949 in Edmonton, Alta., the daughter of Joan (Teddy) and Laverne Bone. The family moved to Fort Frances […]
It is with sad hearts that the family of Earl Rodger announces his passing, with his family by his side, on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015. Earl was born Nov. 17, 1926 in Sequin Falls to Violet and Gordon Rodger. He married Norma on Sept. 17, 1948. After a brief stay […]
Thomas Piotrowski passed away suddenly, at the age of 72, on Friday, Nov. 20, 2015 in Fort Frances, Ont. He was born July 6, 1943 in Fort Frances. As co-owner, along with his brother, Joe, of J&P Electronics, Tom was well-known as the “TV man.” Many of you also know […]
