By Danielle Pitman, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, OrilliaMatters.com Chippewas of Rama First Nation Chief Ted Williams announced over social media Sunday that he is recovering from a heart attack. He said he “feels very fortunate” to be alive; he also survived an earlier heart attack several years ago. The long-time Rama chief says he expects to be away from his job for “an extended period of time.” Williams is currently recovering at home. Last week’s heart attack, however, meant he could not attend Sunday’s Remembrance Day ceremony in Rama. Chippewas of Rama head councillor Ted Snache stepped in during Williams’ absence. In his social media post, Williams said it was first time he could remember missing the annual Indigenous Veterans Day ceremony in Rama. His post included reverent sentiments toward…
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