The Associated Press

AUGUSTA, Ga.-Jack Nicklaus says he is done talking about his endorsement of President Donald Trump. The six-time Masters champion posted a message of support for the Republican candidate on social media shortly before the election. He also said he had already voted for Trump, who wound up losing the Nov. […]

The Canadian Press

SYLVAN LAKE, Alta. – Alberta intends to hold its provincial men’s and women’s curling championships jointly in January. Curlers won’t “bubble” at the Jan. 25-31 events at Sylvan Lake’s NexSource Centre, but modifications will be in place to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Curl Alberta said Thursday in […]

Tonight will be cloudy with a chance of flurries and a low of -12 C (10 F). Tomorrow will be partly cloudy with a chance of flurries during the day and cloudy periods overnight with a high of minus-one (30) and a low of minus-four (25). Saturday will be cloudy […]

Police briefs Police are warning of an old scam, which has resurfaced in area mailboxes this week. Appearing to be a “Match 3” scratch ticket, the cards are actually linked to a high pressure sales scam. “This is a scam. This company clearly preys on people by misrepresenting themselves,” said […]

Staff

Governor Tim Walz issued an executive order to clamp down on indoor and outdoor private gatherings; celebrations, receptions, and other events; and bars and restaurants. Social gatherings in private homes will be limited to 10 people, indoors or out, with members being allowed from no more than three different households. […]

“Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul and with all your mind…love your neighbour as yourself.” Mt22:38, 39 If you ever met our mother you know that you were loved. Mom loved God. Mom loved people. She always had an open door, an open […]

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Demolition is underway at the Fort Frances mill site as crews with Canadian National Demolition Service (CND) work on areas of the property that have been issued demolition permits, such as the paper mill building, the LAP building and new wood room. The teardown is expected to take roughly 18 […]

Due to surging numbers, Manitoba has entered the Critical Red level of pandemic restrictions, province-wide.  The NWHU is advising local residents to not travel to Manitoba unless necessary, and to restrict interactions for two weeks after their return. The new provisions include: