THE CANADIAN PRESS Toronto has launched its own website and hotline for booking COVID-19 vaccines as it waits for a provincial system to make its debut. The website says appointments are only available at this time to priority groups identified by the province. Those include people aged 80 or older, […]
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These lovable rascals have returned to the waters around Fort Frances, as evidenced by this submitted photo of this ballet of swans taking a midday stroll down at hte Point Park. As the weather continues to warm up and more of our furry, fluffy or feathery friends return to the […]
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According to a release issued by the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) on Friday, the second dose of the Moderna vaccine will be given to elder care home and long-term care home residents. As well, first doses will be administered to elder care home and long-term care home staff, essential caregivers, […]
THE CANADIAN PRESS A Toronto Catholic elementary school with 11 COVID-19 cases has been temporary shut down on the recommendation of public health officials. The Toronto Catholic District School Board says St. Francis Xavier school will be “temporarily dismissed” until further notice due to an “ongoing COVID-19 investigation.” The city’s […]
THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO – Ontario is reporting 1,185 new cases of COVID-19 and six more deaths linked to the virus. Health Minister Christine Elliott says there are 343 new cases in Toronto, 235 in Peel Region, and 105 in York Region. The province says that 972 cases were resolved […]
By Bill GravelandTHE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY – Alberta’s top court has ordered a third trial for a couple who said they thought their toddler son had croup and were treating him with natural remedies before he died. David and Collet Stephan were accused of not seeking medical attention sooner for […]
By Julie Pace And Emily SwansonTHE ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON – Joe Biden is enjoying an early presidential honeymoon, with 60% of Americans approving of his job performance thus far and even more backing his handling of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for […]
By Victoria AhearnTHE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO – Stars of “Kim’s Convenience” say they’re “heartbroken” after news the hit Canadian sitcom is set to close up shop after its fifth season. The show’s producers say the CBC series, which has earned a global following on Netflix, will come to an end […]
By David FriendTHE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO – Nominees for the 50th annual Juno Awards will be revealed this morning. The annual celebration of Canadian music is set to be held in Toronto this year, marking its golden anniversary in the city where it started. Some of the music industry’s biggest […]
Lake of the Woods District Hospital activated its pandemic plan in response to two hospital patients testing positive for COVID-19 on Saturday. The outbreak expanded to 10 patients by Sunday. Immediate visitor restrictions have been implemented until further notice. Limited exceptions may apply to end of life patients, as well […]
Meghen Spooner and Ilka Milne went for a paddle on February 24, just as the weather took a turn for the warmer. If you have a photo you’d like to share with other readers, send it to us at tips@fortfrances.com. – Erma Armit photo






