I love the salary cap. I really do. It’s given a boost to teams in the NHL, especially, to compete for top free agents and give themselves a shot at viability in the league. But it also seems to be the end of a time when dynasties were possible. Thinking […]
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Michael J. Baranowski Dear editor: I have read the “Letters to the Editor” section since the Fort Frances Times was located where the Canada Customs entrance is today and right across from the Empire Hotel that was demolished and replace by the tourist information bureau. I believe that the “Letters” […]
Jackie Guimond Dear Mr. Editor: I find it curious that, of the 22 local churches posting their times of worship weekly in your paper, only eight of them indicate that all are welcome. Hmmm. Is this perhaps because the pews in the other 14 churches are filled, in which case […]
M. Macklem Dear editor, On my recent visit to Fort Frances, “my hometown,” I was delighted to see its progress. The cleanliness, the improved roads, and the beautiful riverfront really made me feel so proud of my town. Touring the fabulous library, I was in awe of the facilities. The […]
Peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, it is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Richard Meades on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010 at Health Sciences Centre at the age of 51. Richard, who lived in Winnipeg, Man., will be lovingly remembered by Marielle, his wife of 18 […]
Peggy Revell Jacob Albright (foreground) and Maverick Smith, taking part in the “The Rec’N Crew” summer program through the Memorial Sports Centre, “hung out” on the climbing bars at the Lions Millennium Park this morning as the whole crew ventured outside to enjoy the hot weather.
Staff Canada’s ambassador to the United States, Gary Doer, will be coming to International Falls next Friday (Aug. 20) to talk to area leaders about border trade. Town council agreed at its meeting yesterday evening to attend a luncheon with Doer at noon at the AmericInn (formerly the Holiday Inn). […]
the MNR One new fire was confirmed yesterday in the West Fire Region. Located on the Deadhorse Road in Nipigon District, just west of Marathon, the lightning-caused blaze was small at 0.1 hectare in size. It is now “out.” There are four active fires in the region, covering 575.1 ha. […]
Duane Hicks Town council will vote on a pair of bylaws tonight to change how long individuals may serve on boards and committees following this fall’s municipal election. Council will vote on a bylaw to reduce the term of appointments to town advisory committees from four years to two years. […]
