Written by Angèle C.M. Forgues HECTOR JOSEPH FORGUES (1929-2014) It is with deep and heavy sadness that we announce the death of Hector Joseph Forgues, who passed away peacefully, in the presence of family members, on Saturday, November 29, 2014, at the Manitouwadge General Hospital. In 1945, at [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – Saturday, October 5th 150 residents attended the Fall Feast, a fundraiser for Our Lady of Lourdes Parish by local members of the Catholic Womens’ Society. The supper was held in the church basement which was decorated with a festive fall theme. Attendees raved about [Read more]
Georges Henrie GAGNÉ passed away peacefully, at the Manitouwadge General Hospital October 2nd at 75 years of age, with his family by his side. Beloved husband of Margot. Dear father of daughters Manon {Greg Lynch}, Tina {John Traymer}, Linda {David Jung}, and son Rick {Jennifer Durand}. Loving [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – As summer’s end draws nearer, parents and students prepare for the start of another new school year. There will be many changes for students; a new grade, new peers for some, new teachers for most, and at Our Lady of Lourdes elementary school a new principal. Suzanne [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – Sunday, May 13th Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie Bishop Jean-Louis Plouffe attended an early morning mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Church to join parishioners in celebrating the Confirmation of 30 students from several local schools. Our Lady of Lourdes choir members led the [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – Special St. Patrick’s Day events in Manitouwadge began Saturday afternoon with Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Catholic Women’s League St. Patrick’s Day Tea & Bazzar. The event was held at the OLOL Church basement where tables were dressed with green [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – Monday, June 27, Grade 8 students of Our Lady of Lourdes Seperate School gathered at their church for a mass, awards ceremony and supper in their honour. After the mass, led by Father Manuel, Principal Diane Nelson addressed those in attendance to offer the students best [Read more]
MARATHON, ON – What a wonderful way to end Catholic Education Week, acknowledging employees who have served the Superior North Catholic District School Board for many years! The Board’s 15th annual celebration of Excellence banquet was held May 7th. Service pins were awarded to employees [Read more]
MEAGHER, Francis Xavier The family of Francis Xavier Meagher sadly announce his passing on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at the Manitouwadge General Hospital, Manitouwadge, Ontario. Beloved husband of Irene (nee Stack) for 60 years. Loving father of Lauchie (Pauline) and Diane (Joe). Adored grandfather [Read more]
Photos by OntarioNewsNorth.com MANITOUWADGE, ON – Saturday, April 16 the Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Catholic Women’s League hosted a spaghetti supper in the church basement. Having learned from the last spaghetti supper which sold out, the ladies were well prepared for a full house, [Read more]
St.Patrick’s Day Tea by Karina Hunter Ladies of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Catholic Women’s Society (CWS) in Manitouwadge organized and hosted a tea Sunday in celebration of St.Patrick’s Day. Many residents came out to socialize and enjoy the treats offered, those who purchased tea [Read more]
To read the version of this story submitted to The Echo (local weekly paper)including more photos and active links, visit www.karinahunter.com/?p=6266 . The article below is a revised, shorter version sent to the Chronicle Journal (regional daily paper). 50th anniversary at Our Lady of Lourdes [Read more]
Our Lady of Lourdes celebrates Golden Jubilee by Karina Hunter Parishioners of Our Lady of Lourdes parish in Manitouwadge gathered at their church Saturday celebrating its 50th Anniversary. They enjoyed a spaghetti supper accompanied by the Most Reverend Bishop Brian Joseph Dunn, [Read more]
Changes at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Manitouwadge, welcomed a new priest last week. Father Manuelpillai Soosaipillai or Father Manuel as he is fondly named in our country, originally hails from Sri-Lanka where he was ordained in 1980. His initial visit to [Read more]
Community campfire in Manitouwadge by Karina Hunter As part of Wadgefest celebrations, the Manitouwadge Fire Department volunteer firefighters hosted a community bonfire Friday, August 7th, 2009. Residents gathered at Lion’s Beach on the shore of Lake Manitouwadge where a huge playground, [Read more]
