Pessimism about our economy rarely pays off in the long run. Time and time again when we were feeling particularly glum, things turn around before we reach any kind of disaster. While that record is worth noting, Canadians and our counterpart south of the border are despondent. There can be […]
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Heather Latter James Yerxa, right, along with his cousins, Tristin and Anthony, laced up their skates yesterday afternoon for a game of shinny hockey at the north-end outdoor rink on Portage Avenue.
the OPP The Rainy River District OPP is seeking public assistance in locating a missing female teen. Police were notified yesterday at 3:15 p.m. that Michaela Smith, 13, of Watten Township, was reported missing. She was last seen at the Fort Frances Public Library. She is described as a First […]
Heather Latter Makenna Hill had a blast sliding down the hill at the overpass yesterday afternoon with her family. Children have been taking advantage of their Christmas holiday break by enjoying the mild weather. Students return to school on Jan. 9.
Staff Local snowmobile racer Curtis Boivin has made progress in his recovery from head injuries sustained in an accident at Beausejour, Man. earlier this month. According to the latest update posted online by the Boivin family, the 19-year-old no longer is in critical condition. He has been moved from the […]
Duane Hicks Local residents looking to put their Christmas trees out on the curb can mark Saturday, Jan. 14 on their calendars as the Fort Frances Fire Brigade makes the rounds for its annual pick-up. As in the past, the tree pick-up is being held on the first Saturday following […]
the OPP Rainy River District OPP and district emergency crews were kept busy responding to motor vehicle collisions earlier this week. On Wednesday around 2 p.m., officers were flagged down by a passing motorist in Emo, who reported that a pickup truck had rolled over on the Off Lake Road […]
the OPP The OPP is reminding the public about important but simple steps they can take to avoid what commonly is referred to as 9-1-1 “pocket dials.” A “pocket dial” occurs when a cellular phone stored in an insecure fashion, in places such as pockets, handbags, and backpacks, inadvertently place […]
Press Release The Ontario government announced last week the interest rate for the Variable-Rate Ontario Savings Bonds (OSBs) will be re-set at 1.00 percent for the next six months. The rate reset applies to Variable-Rate Bonds purchased from 2005-08. The next rate reset will occur on June 21, 2012 and […]
Dave Ogilvie Two local Sea Cadets will be travelling to Europe this spring as part of their program. They will be studying and touring various aspects of the town where they will be staying. To be eligible for this trip, each cadet had to meet certain criteria and also write […]
Press Release Ontario is providing families with five simple tips to help them become smarter consumers, shop wisely, and protect their hard-earned money in the New Year. Simple tips to guide consumers as we move into 2012 include: •Choose carefully Consumers only should deal with businesses they trust. For major […]
January •The Boston Pizza Royals PeeWee ‘AA’ team captures their home tournament Jan. 9, edging the Dryden Paper Kings 4-3 in overtime in the final. •The Gillons’ Sharks took home their Atom ‘A’ tournament title Jan. 23 with a 7-2 thumping of the West End Bruins in the final. •Steve […]
