Staff A brief tornado warning issued by Environment Canada on Monday evening was too late to warrant use of the emergency sirens in Fort Frances. “It was about nine o’clock that it was issued, but at the point it was issued . . . the storm cell was past us,” […]
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Heather Latter Confederation College last week celebrated a $100,000 contribution from Tbaytel, which will give students within the School of Health and Community Services, at all campuses across the region, access to state-of-the-art technology. The announcement was made by Don Campbell, Tbaytel president and CEO, and Confederation College president Pat […]
No one is laughing when they do grocery shopping as prices have climbed by a whopping 10 percent in recent months. Companies are passing on the higher costs of inputs, such as corn-based products, which have risen by more than 30 percent in the past year. There have been other […]
Duane Hicks Local OPP Cst. Anne McCoy and OPP Commissioner Christopher D. Lewis looked over an OPP business plan during his visit to the Fort Frances detachment late yesterday afternoon to meet with officers, members of town council, and the Police Services Board as part of a tour of the […]
Heather Latter Local artist Jean Richards showed off some of her artwork from the new exhibit, “Laundry Here, There and Everywhere,” which opens this evening at the Fine Line Art Gallery on Mowat Avenue. Drop by between 6-9 p.m. for the gala opening, with refreshments being served. The exhibit will […]
Lucas Punkari While the first month of the 2011 racing season has gone nearly picture perfect for Don Bowman, the Bemidji, Mn.-based Street Stock driver knows his good luck could change at a moment’s notice. “We could be having a conversation in three or four weeks, and my performances could […]
the MNR Summer is a great time to camp in Ontario’s provincial parks. And whether you’re a new or experienced camper, here are our 10 tips that can help make the experience more enjoyable and safe: •Use the online “Park Locator” to find the park that is ideal for you […]
Staff Thanks to the sunny and hot conditions here on Canada Day, sports activities held at Pither’s Point went off smoothly. A 4-on-4 beach volleyball tournament was maxed out with 10 teams, with first place going to the Dirty Four Play team of Dan Fotheringham, Chris Noyle, Kim Fossum, and […]
the MNR Most anglers checked by Ministry of Natural Resources conservation officers on Lake of the Woods in Kenora District were obeying Ontario’s fishing regulations. Conservation officers conducted the enforcement blitz from June 23-25, checking for compliance with the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act and the Ontario Fishery Regulations. The […]
Press Release The Alzheimer Society of Kenora-Rainy River District will be holding its ninth-annual “Ride for Memories” on Saturday, Aug. 27 with start locations from Fort Frances, Kenora, Dryden, and Sioux Lookout. The host location for the BBQ dinner and award ceremony will take place at the Adventure Inn in […]
Duane Hicks The past few months have been especially busy for Darren Lowes. First, Lowes Furniture & Appliances moved to its new location at the former Pinewood Sports and opened its doors in May. Then, Lowes Pro Lumber & Building opened for business just last month on the same property […]
Dave Ogilvie A talented group of performers kicked off “Gleek Week” at the Emo Legion on Monday as part of this year’s “River Theatre” summer program. Under the leadership of Renée Martin-Brown and choreographer Scott Barker, the young entertainers will be learning 10 songs and dances in preparation for their […]
