Staff Things are not going to plan for Team Hockey Northwestern Ontario. The regional squad, which includes Fort Frances forwards Tyler VanUden and Graeme Kitt, is 0-2 so far at the 2014 Ontario Hockey League Gold Cup U16 tournament in Kitchener. Team HNO opened action yesterday with a 4-2 loss […]
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Haley Anderson Exuberant, smooth saxophone will be contrasted starkly by the rhythmic symphonies created by bows gliding over strings. Unorthodox instrumental and timeless melodies are set to fill the Townshend Theatre here on Mother’s Day (May 11). A professional-amateur collaboration between the Borderland Community Orchestra and Fort Frances High School […]
Staff The local Voyageur Lions Club is hoping that crime does pay when it holds its annual “Jail or Bail” fundraiser tomorrow (May 10) from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Canadian Tire. Club member Diana Lynn Larocque said nearly 20 local “convicts,” including Mayor Roy Avis, have been lined up to […]
Duane Hicks If the non-stop laughter and applause Tuesday evening was any indication, it looks like “Fool’s Gold” could strike it rich with viewers—not only across Canada but around the world—when it premieres on Discovery this coming Tuesday (May 13) at 7 p.m. The air was charged with excitement and […]
Staff The Fort Frances Lakers may get a chance to enjoy the comforts of home at this time next year—and also be assured of getting within one step of playing for a national title. At the Lakers’ “Recognition Night” held Tuesday at the Copper River Inn, president Milt Strachan confirmed […]
Chris and Tami Stamler (Atikokan) won the $500 up for grabs on Mother’s Day in the Rainy River District Mutual Aid Association’s weekly cash calendar draw. Winning $30 for May 11-17 were Gerald Thurier (Atikokan), Kym Whalen (Fort Frances), Darrin Rusnick (Atikokan), Tami Davy (Badger, Mn.), Joel Inkster (Fort Frances), […]
Press Release Due to the current visitor restriction at Rainycrest, the annual Mother’s Day luncheon—set for Sunday at Hallett Hall—has been cancelled. Those who had purchased meal tickets for this event are entitled to a full refund. The restriction continues as a result of the ongoing gastroenteritis outbreak at the […]
Heather Latter Students and staff of St. Michael’s, St. Francis, and Our Lady of the Way schools made their way from the Sorting Gap Marina to St. Mary’s Church yesterday morning in a “Walk with Jesus” as part of Catholic Education Week. The Mass that followed at 11 a.m., also […]
Duane Hicks Whether it’s making a business presentation, a speech at a wedding, or going for a job interview, public-speaking skills are important—and public speaking is what Toastmasters is all about. Toastmasters will hold an informational meeting today (May 8) from 7-9 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, which will be […]
Heather Latter Grade 5 students Eric Grennier, left, and Nick Gray enjoyed a pancake breakfast at Robert Moore School this morning in celebration of Education Week. Schools across the district have been hosting activities all week long, including family math events, talent shows, speech contests, spirit days, and art extravaganzas.
Joanne Margaret McCaig, of Fort Frances, Ont., passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2014. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 12, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Green Funeral Home in Fort Frances. A complete obituary will follow.
Joey Payeur A year ago, the 807 Freeriderz snowmobile group was content with just selling DVDs to help a good cause. But as is the nature of this thrill-seeking collection of adrenalin junkies, the local sledders are aiming to pull off a big jump this year—both entertainment-wise and, they hope, […]
