In last week’s column I wrote about how my wife Shelby and I, along with a few friends took a trip north of Kenora last week to enjoy some moose hunting. We stayed at a resort, ate well and spent a good chunk of the week in the outdoors. It […]
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Barbara Ann (Dougherty) Cain, age 90 years, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2024, with her children by her side. Mom recently celebrated her milestone “90th” birthday, on November 15, 2024. She was born November 15, 1934, in Saskatoon, Sask. On August 18, 1954, Mom and Dad were married in […]
The family of Heather Dubois, 73, of Fort Frances, are saddened to announce her passing on December 14, 2024. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Eileen Klymko passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024, at the Rainycrest Long Term Care Home at the age of 104. She was born on July 15, 1920, in Fort Frances. Eileen Klymko (nee Bartush) was the devoted wife of the late Michael Klymko and the loving mother of Dan […]
December 19, 1939 – December 14, 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce Jennie’s peaceful passing after a short battle with glioblastoma (brain cancer) – five days short of her 85th birthday. She was born in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, England in 1939; the daughter of an artillery gunner […]
The snow is gently falling. It clings to branches like cotton balls. The white Christmas lights on the shrubbery have become muted as they light the snow surrounding them. The snow is clinging to the trees and the evergreen branches are bent. Our neighbourhood is a Christmas postcard picture. The […]
The annual LaVallee Christmas potluck held last Sunday (December 15) was topped off with a visit from jolly Santa Claus. Santa’s visit was much enjoyed by the youth attending along with adults enjoying Santa’s visit. Santa had Christmas bags of treats for all attending. Ron and Charlene McTavish once again […]
DID YOU KNOW? The Christmas Season should be a safe and merry time; but fire has no respect for happy occasions. It can strike with fury when least expected. Fire can be a dangerous enemy, and December is a leading month for home fires, which is largely due to the […]
Breaking habits is never easy, especially the bad ones. This time of year, one of my habits gets a favourable review. If you need a box, I probably have one just the right size. I love boxes, especially small ones with snug fitting lids and smooth surfaces. Maybe I’m part […]
FEATURED POST The Community Christmas Dinner will be hosted by the Cridland Family. This cherished tradition is a celebration of togetherness, generosity and holiday spirit, and will continue in the memory of Duane Cridland, who cared deeply for the community. Christmas dinners will be available for delivery or pick-up on […]
Dear editor, I am concerned about the Ontario government’s plan to build a huge private spa at Ontario Place. It is estimated that every taxpayer in the province will pay at least $65 so that a foreign-owned private spa can have an underwater parking lot. The deal with Doug Ford’s […]
It’s not going to happen, but the maestros who orchestrate Major League Baseball had to address the elephant in their room. Yes, MLB had discussed a rule change to allow teams, once every game, to designate any hitter to bat, regardless of where he was in the line-up. This “Golden […]
