Ken Johnston About 60 people attended the annual meeting of the Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association last Wednesday night in Stratton. RRCA president Ken McKinnon did not have to face an election again this year after a motion was passed last year stating, “To keep the existing board of directors until […]
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Duane Hicks Margaret Schonewille, executive director of the local Alzheimer Society, weighed a bucket of pennies Friday afternoon during the annual “Penny for Your Thoughts” weigh-in at Canadian Tire. The fundraiser ran Friday and Saturday, seeing a total of 426 pounds donated—more than double last year’s total of 181 pounds. […]
Mitch Calvert It was a disappointing weekend for two local rinks looking to qualify for the men’s provincial curling playdowns being held here Feb. 10-14. Lorne Jackson and his team of Don DeBenedet, Raymond Roy, and Todd Moxham lost twice to Chris Briand (Thunder Bay), including a 8-1 defeat on […]
By Kim Jo Bliss Special to the Times Here we are–back in the deep freeze! I keep hearing that we are having a good old-fashioned winter. Well, since I am more modern, I would rather it be a bit warmer. Last week started off with a bit of bad news. […]
Press Release Red Lake Nation College is pleased to announce that Wilfred Cyr has been selected as interim president effective Aug. 19, 2008. The college’s Board of Regents, chair Lorena Cook, and Lea Perkins, executive director of the Red Nation, asked Cyr, academic dean of the college since October, 2007 […]
Duane Hicks District representatives will have their plates full during the annual general meeting and conference of the Rainy River District Municipal Association’s board this Saturday (Jan. 31) in Atikokan. RRDMA president Emily Watson, who also is reeve of La Vallee, said while the executive does meet regularly and the […]
Peggy Revell After more than 12 years of helping out those in need, the “Door of Hope” Counselling Services in Fort Frances is closing as of Saturday (Jan. 31). And while it hasn’t always been easy, admitted Ron Hagerty, who spent those dozen years volunteering as a counsellor for the […]
Duane Hicks “Coke CEO: Soda not to blame for obesity.” “Flabby thinking behind fast-food crackdown.” “Fast food+nearby schools+fat kids.” “Media screentime linked to childhood obesity.” “Childhood obesity is set by age five.” “Will airlines start charging passengers by weight?” Headlines from around the world about obesity are becoming more common […]
Being somewhat disheartened by the cold weather we’ve experienced of late, I have not spent a lot of time on the ice. Bitter temperatures and tough travel conditions on area lakes have kept me indoors more than I’d like to admit, but I have been using my time wisely and […]
Mitch Calvert Fort Frances Jr. Sabres’ forward Kyle Turgeon (front) and teammate Chris Sinclair spread some winter cheer to customers at the Royal Bank of Canada on Scott Street yesterday. The volunteerism was part of the team’s ongoing efforts to make a positive impact in the local community.
At the time, it seemed like a good idea. After all, it was a little trick picked up from Jimmy the Hammer, renowned Fat Frantic contractor, curler, and golfer. Jimmy is known to be quite resourceful—particularly when his Scots’ thrift comes to the fore. Let me explain. Dancing is something […]
Ken Johnston Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association members heard from several committees at its annual meeting last Wednesday night in Stratton. Steve Loshaw, of the abattoir steering committee opened his report by saying, “I did not want to stand before you and not have it built.” However, that is the case—with […]
