the OPP Fort Frances OPP officers have been noticing an increase in the number of unlocked vehicles throughout town. In May, officers checked almost 190 vehicles during their patrols and found 114 were unlocked. Incredibly, eight unattended vehicles had their keys inside. In addition to the unlocked vehicles, officers want […]
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Marilyn Erwin, Stroke Clinic R.N What we really mean when we use the words “stroke clinic” is secondary stroke prevention clinic. It has been known for a number of years now that people who have had a mild stroke, or even what’s often called a “mini stroke,” or T.I.A., are […]
Press Release U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the International Falls, Mn. port of entry apprehended a Liberty, Miss. man, wanted there for the possession of dangerous drugs, when he tried to enter the United States on Friday (June 5). Officers arrested Michael Hills, 20, when a name check […]
Lori Russell Due to changes in the brain, people with Alzheimer’s disease may become very confused, lose their ability to recognize familiar places, and possibly forget their way home. They may leave home, but forget the steps to get back. This can be very dangerous for the person suffering from […]
Staff Passing through Fort Frances with the “Drive to Work” caravan, Ontario Federation of Labour president Wayne Samuelson spoke to town council Monday night to advocate a “Buy Ontario” policy to help protect jobs in the province. “In the early ’80s when we went through the recession, many of the […]
the MNR Four moose hunters have been convicted of offences related to party hunting and fined a total of $3,000. The hunters pleaded guilty to offences under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act. Michael Miesner, 33, of Pine City, Mn., was fined $1,500 for unlawfully hunting a bull moose. Robert […]
the MNR A Hurkett man has been charged for having 22 walleye over the legal limit and attempting to hide the fish from Ministry of Natural Resources conservation officers. Gunnar Hult, 60, was fined $2,200 after pleading guilty to possessing 22 walleye more than the legal limit. He also was […]
Anthony Leek The skies threatened rain almost everywhere in WISSOTA country on Saturday, but the Emo Speedway was able to get underway and finish without a drop falling from the sky. Although it was cool, the winds were calm, keeping temperatures tolerable. A fair-sized crowd, considering the weather, and 36 […]
the MNR Fish-stocking has wrapped up in waters from the Manitoba border to Manitouwadge, and from Lake Superior to Red Lake. The Ministry of Natural Resources stocks fish each year to protect natural fish populations, as well as support year-round fishing opportunities for residents and visitors. The ministry stocks about […]
Marilyn Erwin If you’ve had a stroke or acquired a brain injury through surgery or an accident, Brain Injuries Services Northern Ontario (B.I.S.N.O.) could be just what you’re looking for. Without fees or a complicated registration process, these monthly meetings are comfortably informal. The only thing on the agenda is […]
the MNR The Ministry of Natural Resources laid two charges and issued seven warnings while conducting an enforcement road check on Highway 516, near Sioux Lookout, on Victoria Day (May 18). Conservation officers from Sioux Lookout District checked 99 individuals for compliance with the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act and […]
Staff Calling all sun-seekers: Fun in the Sun wants you! The annual Canada Day celebrations will feature a new wrinkle this July 1 with a 4-on-4 beach volleyball tournament scheduled to take place along with the rest of the festivities at Pither’s Point Park. Each team is guaranteed three games, […]
