Most of the year, my outdoor activities revolve around fishing, but since I was a kid, it’s a been a tradition to head north of Kenora for a few days of late-season moose hunting before the season closes after December 15. I enjoy getting into the woods this time of […]
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The coleus plant has long been a favourite among gardeners, prized for its vibrant foliage and easy-to-grow nature. With a wide array of colours and foliage forms, coleus has remained a staple in planters, hanging baskets, and shade gardens. New hybrid varieties now offer more colour choices, leaf shapes and […]
I have been watching many of my friends deal with heavy snow thinking; “wow can’t believe we have missed that!” Our turn has arrived. I was planning to be at the Station this week, but I haven’t made it there today. I have shoveled off the step twice now and […]
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beautiful mother Anna Cain (née Bodnar) on December 3, 2024 at the Kingston General Hospital, with her children by her side. Born to Joseph and Dominia Bodnar in Springfield, Man., she was the second oldest (oldest daughter) of […]
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Cecile Cole announces her passing on December 6, 2024, at LaVerendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ontario, at the age of 96. Left to cherish her memory are her four children Sam (Kate), Patricia Colip (Terry), Bill (Londa), and John (Julie); grandchildren […]
Always the Queen, Mary Ducharme, age 81, held court for the final time at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont., on November 30, 2024, surrounded by her loyal subjects and heirs — Kim, Dana, and Perry. Mary was born in Emo, Ont., on October 8, 1943, the second oldest […]
December 4, 1938 – November 19, 2024 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Gagne on November 19, 2024, at his place of residence in Atikokan, Ont., at the age of 85. Dad will be forever remembered and deeply missed by his daughters Lori (Robert […]
With heavy hearts, the family of Mary Gushulak, aged 95 years, announce that on December 3, 2024, she is now resting in peace. We are grateful for the wonderful care she received as a resident of Rainycrest since 2012. She was born to Wasylka and Kostantyn Melnychuk on August 31, […]
Leeann Johnson-Mainville passed away on December 4, 2024, at La Verendrye Hospital with her daughters, son-in-law, sisters, niece, and best friend by her side. Leeann was born in Fort Frances, Ontario, on October 16, 1967. Leeann is predeceased by her husband Robert (Bobby) Mainville; parents Ed and Mary Johnson; brothers […]
Born April 19, 1938, in Powassan, Ont., to Carl and Hazel (South) McDaniel passed away peacefully at her home in Brampton, Ont. Joyce received her education at Powassan Elementary and District High Schools. After graduation she attended North Bay Teachers College and earned her teachers degree. Her teaching career started […]
The family of James Morrison “Shoumug” sadly announce his passing on December 8, 2024. Shoumug was a commercial fisherman, trapper and guided on various lakes, camps, resorts this side of Ontario. He loved it on the lake, participating in Traditional ceremonies and powwow’s both traditional and competition. He traveled both […]
Canada the 51st State? Or more correctly the 51st through the 60th state. Only a US president with imperialist thoughts would even consider annexing Canada. Such is Donald Trump. It is not the first instance where annexing Canada has been considered from south of our undefended border. In the war […]
