It is with great sorrow that Tom’s family announces his passing on Sunday, Aug. 22, 2004, with his loving companion and soul mate, Patricia Boyer, at his side, at the Scollard Site of the North Bay Regional Hospital in North Bay, Ont. after a short but courageous battle with cancer. […]
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It is with great sorrow that Tom’s family announces his passing on Sunday, Aug. 22, 2004, with his loving companion and soul mate, Patricia Boyer, at his side, at the Scollard Site of the North Bay Regional Hospital in North Bay, Ont. after a short but courageous battle with cancer. […]
The Backus complex in International Falls, the former high school that was saved from permanent closure two years ago thanks to the efforts of concerned citizens, again is in danger of being condemned if the building does not undergo some costly renovations. The board of directors of Citizens for Backus/AB […]
At this time of year, while our lake was still deciding when and whether to re-open, my wife, Emily, and I would both decide to go and find summer somewhere else! Whichever ocean did not matter much so we had both Pacific and Atlantic experiences before long. Others would sooner […]
Newspapers are in constant need of feedback. Our reporters are provided the opportunity to go out and learn about life and the happenings in Rainy River District. Those chances to hear stories from individuals and families are what create a community newspaper. Heritage Canada, through its publications assistance program, has […]
The new federal riding boundaries have not been formally drawn yet but one man already is standing at the gate eager to run for the NDP in Thunder Bay-Rainy River. Larry Richardson, who says he is 65 and holding, has deep roots in the Fort Frances area. He was in […]
A 30-year tradition continued Sunday when the Couchiching Fire Department and Education Department brought Santa in for a quick visit before Christmas. All of the children—aged 10 and under—received a gift from jolly ol’ St. Nick and his “elves,” who were composed primarily of members of the Borderland Thunder. The […]
Tired of the kids hanging around the house Saturday mornings watching cartoons and gaining weight? Do you wish there was something more for them to do than chat with their friends online? Well, starting in January, there will be a new recreational program here that’s designed to turn couch potatoes […]
“Citizens for Backus/AB” are inviting friends from both sides of the border to come out for a country music variety show featuring the band Pier Country. The play list will include songs by country legends Merle Haggard, Glen Campbell, Marty Robbins, Chet Atkins, and Dolly Parton, as well as newer […]
This time around, I’m saying “Hurray for Howie!” Our youthful, good-looking present MPP has my vote and not merely because we all enjoy his pancake breakfasts! Not since the legendary Tory Bill Norden became Speaker of the House, and brought us the highway to the east and construction of the […]
The deadline for an international talent show being organized by the Citizens for Backus/AB has been extended to next Thursday (July 31). This inaugural show—featuring acts ranging from vocal and instrumental to drama, comedy, and dance—is slated for Thursday, Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. in Backus Auditorium in International Falls. […]
A group of cyclists touring Canada from British Columbia to Newfoundland passed through Emo late last week after having stayed at Caliper Provincial Park near Nestor Falls the previous night. There are 19 in the group altogether, including some hailing from Vancouver and Toronto here in Canada as well as […]
