This past week saw the unveiling of the new Conservative plan for pensions in Canada. As you can imagine, my NDP colleagues and I have something to say about this Conservative “plan” and have a different view of what needs to be done to secure the retirement income of all […]
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One could write a great “country western” song about the world’s economy. It could be called “I got sideswiped by the economy,” or perhaps “I dreamed I could retire.” Sounds funny but in watching my RRSPs right now, both titles would be applicable. London Life had me convinced that “Freedom […]
Staff Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (S.A.L.T.) and the Assisted Living Action Group (A.L.A.G.) have asked town council to partner in conducting a seniors’ assessment survey. “It is believed that the development of assisted living accommodations and services for seniors and their families in our community would decrease the out-migration […]
Staff Fort Frances Lakers’ forward Byron Katapaytuk was rewarded for his weekend efforts by being named the SIJHL’s Pizza Hut player-of-the-week for Nov. 21-27. The 20-year-old Katapaytuk, who hails from Moose Factory, earned the accolade after scoring two goals and dishing out six assists in a pair of home wins. […]
Staff If the halls of Fort Frances High School are quieter tomorrow, it’s because students there are taking part in Free the Children’s national “Vow of Silence” to stand in solidarity with children who are silenced by poverty, disease, and exploitation. “We going to be silent for those who don’t […]
the OPP The Rainy River District OPP is continuing an investigation into the report of a missing person. Eric Natti, 49, of Atikokan was reported missing to police when he failed to arrive at his place of employment on Nov. 21. His vehicle was located at the Miller Lake landing, […]
Staff Taking advantage of beautiful weather on their day off school yesterday, Hailey McEvoy, left, Cale George, Rachel McEvoy, and Emily George got together to build a snowman yesterday afternoon at the “Nelson Street Park,” located at the corner of Williams Avenue, which currently is embroiled in a re-zoning dispute […]
Heather Latter The Fort Frances Choraliers, led by Diane Maxey, sang a selection of Christmas carols outside the Fort Frances Museum on Saturday afternoon while “The Friends of the Museum” offered up goodies and hot beverages inside to those who stopped by. The Choraliers will present their annual cantata on […]
Heather Latter Santa Claus waved to the crowd along the 700 block of Scott Street during the 54th-annual “Parade of Lights” on Saturday. This year’s parade, sponsored and organized by Causeway General Insurance Brokers. Ltd. for the third time, saw about 15 floats take part.
Staff Dave Lerman, with help from his son-in-law, David Helgeson, cut into his birthday cake at his 100th birthday celebration Saturday afternoon at the Fort Frances Legion. Many people stopped by to wish the long-time community member a happy birthday.
Lucas Punkari Muskie goalie Dana Cridland kept an eye on a battle for the puck between teammate Shelby Rea and Hannah Rose of the Kenora Broncos during NorWOSSA action Friday night at the ’52 Canadians Arena. Rose ended up netting a pair of goals, however, as the visitors skated away […]
Peggy Revell Riverside Health Care Facilities, Inc. CEO Wayne Woods, accompanied by Irene Laing, pulled out the winning names Friday afternoon for the La Verendrye Hospital Auxiliary’s annual Christmas draw. Barb Turgeon won the $1,000 first prize, with the second prize going to Lois Holmlund ($500) and the third prize […]
