Prime Minister Stephen Harper has sharpened his spear in preparation for the coming fall election. He is working hard to convince the Canadian electorate that terrorists are lurking behind every tree and telephone pole in the country. He is worried that citizens in rural Canada live in fear and they […]
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Allan Gurganus is an accomplished American novelist and although I haven’t read any of his books, I came across a quote of his during a recent detective project. “Know what, Sugar? Stories only happen to people who can tell them.” It resounded with me, though I’d hate to think that […]
They call it a “break week” for Parliament but they really shouldn’t. Last week, I was back in our constituency and beyond to work on the “Ring of Fire,” study a new report on the expensive and wasteful Conservative income-splitting proposal, and to start my consultations on the pension file. […]
After a nice break at home last week and some quality time on the ice, fishing with friends and family, I was back on the road this past weekend headed to Alabama for stop No. 2 on the FLW Tour. This week we’re fishing Lewis Smith Lake in northern Alabama, […]
The “Heart of the Continent Partnership” officially launched its geotourism website, in conjunction with National Geographic, last week after being several years in the making. Already featuring several district businesses, clubs, and events, the website looks to be an excellent way to promote our area while expanding its tourism potential […]
Dear editor: Love—everyone needs it, young or old; so it’s reassuring to know that “God loves everyone.” But where does that notion come from? The seniors at Rainycrest know—and they sing about it often. On a regular Thursday morning, about 60 residents and a handful of visitors enjoy a hymn […]
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that family and friends announce the sudden passing of Scott Matthew Clendenning, 48, on Monday, March 16, 2015 at Huatulco, Mexico. Scott was born Feb. 4, 1967 in Winnipeg, Man., with loving parents Frances and Earl Clendenning. Frances and Earl moved to […]
Lois Evelyn Medhurst (nee Carlson), 82, of Fort Frances, Ont., passed away Wednesday March 18, 2015 at home surrounded by her family. She was born March 16, 1933 in Fort Frances, the daughter of Anna and Adolph Carlson. She was baptized on March 25, 1934 and confirmed Sept. 28, 1947 […]
The family of Linda Susan Kozik would like to confirm her unexpected death on March 14, 2015 in Fort Frances, Ont. Linda was born Feb. 28, 1956 to Fred and Patricia (nee Shelbourne) in France, where Fred served a term in the Royal Canadian Air Force. She spent the majority […]
Rick McEvoy Sr., of Fort Frances, Ont., passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances. A complete obituary will follow.
The family sadly announces the passing of Mike Thompson, 59, of Emo, Ont., on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at his residence surrounded by his family. Mike was born April 17, 1955 in Atikokan, Ont. to Jean and the late Eldon Thompson. Mike is survived by his children, Micheal, Melanie, and […]
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Shirley Iris King, 89, of Fort Frances, Ont., on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances. Shirley was born July 14, 1925 in Emo, Ont. to Charles and Renie Brigham. She was one […]
