Duane Hicks Following up on a decision last month that the role of deputy mayor be held on a rotating basis according to who is the current chair of the committee of the whole, the position will not get paid more than any other councillor. Council last night approved a […]
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Press Release In December, Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA) officers at the Fort Frances port of entry processed 59,670 travellers in 33,747 vehicles, which represents a 1.8 percent increase in travellers and a one percent increase in vehicles compared to December, 2011. Eight charter buses carrying 165 passengers, 445 commercial […]
Heather Latter Ben Guild, three, made some Valentines on Saturday during a Valentine’s Day party at the Best Start Hub here. Plenty of people, both young and old, will be celebrating the special occasion this Thursday by exchanging messages from the heart.
Heather Latter Christian Brow-Rose enjoyed a snowshoe hike along with his classmates from Jean Bujold’s class at St. Francis School on Friday. Creating some trails in an area just north of the school, the students took part in the outdoor activity as part of their phys. ed. class.
Lucas Punkari Muskie forward Amy Penner controlled the puck at the Ice For Kids Arena yesterday afternoon as Fort High romped to a 31-0 whitewash of the Sioux Lookout Warriors. The black-and-gold also earned a 5-3 win over the Red Lake Rams here Friday night. The Muskies now are preparing […]
The Associated Press BISMARCK, N.D.—A Canadian man is accused of trying to smuggle American guns into Canada after he allegedly sold six guns to an undercover officer for $24,000. Shawn Hartnell, 29, of Fort Frances, Ont., is charged with two counts, including conspiracy to illegally export firearms. Court documents say […]
The family of Dorothea Cupp sadly announces her passing on Friday, Feb. 8, 2013 in Thunder Bay, Ont. A celebration of Mom’s life will be held Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013 at 1 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion in Fort Frances, Ont. A complete obituary will follow.
The family sadly announces the passing of Vivian Hartnell on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013 in Rainy River, Ont. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013 at 1 p.m. at the Rainy River Evangelical Covenant Church. A complete obituary will follow.
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Elsie Helene Wilson, 91, of Alberton Township, Ont., with family by her side, on Friday, Feb. 8, 2013 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. Funeral services are pending and a complete obituary will follow. Online condolences may be […]
Lucas Punkari Calder Legal Eagles’ goalie Lauren Penney made a big save with her blocker on Sarah Favreau of the Kenora Yellow Stingers yesterday morning during the visitors’ 6-3 win in the Atom third-place game of the FFGWHA Novice/Atom tournament. Kenora dominated the tournament as teams from the Lake of […]
Staff Despite a strong start, Stratton native Trevor Bonot was unable to reach the playoff round at the Northern Ontario men’s curling championships in Nipigon last week. Bonot, who curls out of the Port Arthur Curling Club in Thunder Bay with Al Macsemchuk at third, Chris Briand at second, and […]
Staff From policing to economic development, town council will hear a trio of presentations at tonight’s regular meeting at the Civic Centre. Rainy River District OPP detachment commander Insp. Steve Shouldice will deliver a report on 2012 police activities. This will be followed by presentations from regional economic developer Geoff […]
