Gerald Mosher, born on March 9, 1952, in Emo, Ontario, passed away at his home in Manitou Rapids, Ontario, on November 2, 2024, at the age of 72. Gerald was predeceased by his parents Jean and Fred Mosher; and siblings Dennis Mosher and Steven Martineau. He is lovingly remembered by […]
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On Tuesday the population of the United States went to the polls to elect a new government. In Canada we will be going to the polls in 2025 for both a federal election and a provincial election. Many Conservatives would like an election before Christmas. In the United States it […]
The Dance Township’s Association Walleye Fish Supper was a huge success. Close to 200 meals were serviced with delicious walleye, beans, salads, homemade desserts and much more. Joanne Hyatt was the lucky winner of the 50/50 draw winning $220.00 The evening was enjoyed by all attending and seeing the new […]
Did you remember to change your clocks this past weekend? Let daylight saving time serve as a reminder that when you change your clocks, also change your batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Taking the time (a few minutes) could save your life. DID YOU KNOW? WHAT IS […]
On my list of favourite people and superheroes is John Williams. I don’t believe there are many of us, if any, who wouldn’t recognize the music of John Williams from the more than one hundred films his musical creations have empowered over his career. Movieweb.com tells us he is the […]
FEATURED EVENTS A free exercise class for men at the Fort Frances Seniors Centre is seeking participants. All men aged 55+ are welcome to join. If you’re interested, text 807-271-2021. The Spirit of Christmas is seeking donations for its silent auction and penny table. This fundraising event is held by […]
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Members of the Fort Frances High School Muskies boys hockey team were one of the dozens of groups, businesses and organizations who filled the parking lot at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre on Halloween night for the annual Trunk or Treat event. This year’s Trunk or Treat saw […]
From the OPP
Press release
Press release
(FORT FRANCES ON)- Rainy River District OPP is investigating a break and enter to a residential property in Fort Frances. On Saturday October 26, 2024, at 1:30 p.m, members of the Rainy River District Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to a property on Mill Road in the Town of […]
By Mike Stimpson
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
THUNDER BAY – Parks Canada is working with Red Rock Indian Band to make amends after a “flawed process” culminated in the unearthing of Indigenous ancestral remains in Nipigon, Patty Hajdu says. “I’ve spoken with (Red Rock Chief Allan) Odawa a number of times about the Parks Canada build and […]
By Mike Stimpson
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
THUNDER BAY – The federal government is providing $980,595 over the next four years to Lakehead University for programming that focuses on youth dating violence prevention. “When our young people are experiencing a crisis, they need a safe place and safe people to turn to,” Patty Hajdu, Thunder Bay-Superior North’s […]
By Rob Perry
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Aylmer Express
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Aylmer Express
The Ontario government’s current ongoing expansion of the number of retail outlets that could sell beer, wine, liquor and other alcoholic beverages would at it completion see 8,500 stores peddling booze, Southwestern Public Health Board was told at its meeting on Thursday, Oct. 24. Public Health Nurse Jacqueline Deroo delivered […]
