As Canadians, we seldom pay much attention to our own politics. Yet we are being pushed more frequently into the politics of foreign countries. To our immediate south, daily our three major television networks cover the outlandish statements of a previous president. In watching the polls, all our major political […]
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From Riverside Health Care
Press release
Press release
Riverside Health Care in conjunction with the Northwestern Health Unit has declared a Respiratory Outbreak on the West Wing at Rainycrest Long Term Care. The East Wing has been in outbreak since March 12, 2024. Enhanced visitor restrictions are in place that permit two (2) visitors or caregivers at a […]
Come out and enjoy a traditional meal of walleye, potato salad, coldslaw baked beans, dessert and coffee and tea on Good Friday (March 29). The meal takes place at the Emo Legion. Meals will be served from 5-6:30 p.m. with take out meals to be served from 4-4:45 p.m. The […]
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Indigenous storytelling can be preserved for future generations, thanks to newly announced permanent funding for the Indigenous Screen Office. The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced permanent funding to support Indigenous-led storytelling through the Indigenous Screen Office (ISO). This includes $65 million over five years starting in 2024–25 […]
As you may have observed from your gardening experiences and past columns, plants can be fussy things. The right location, amount of sunlight and 101 other factors influence your plant’s growing ability. One factor which is very beneficial in understanding before putting that new plant into the earth is soil […]
I recently saw a photo from the 1950s of women engaged in grocery shopping, in which most of the women had curlers in their hair, held in place by a kerchief wrapping their head. We would innocently grimace at this sight now and for the last several decades, critically judging […]
His given name was Warren Gary Williams… but he was known to all as “Husband”, “Dad”, “Papa”, “Busdriver” or “Coach”. He cherished all of his “titles”. Warren’s three favorite titles were Husband, Dad and Papa. He gained the Husband title in 1966, when he married the love of his life, […]
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If you’re looking for a way to get more fresh air and exercise, or just want to spend a few minutes in nature, check out the 8th Street Trails – one of Fort Frances’ hidden gems. The trails are maintained by a dedicated group of volunteers, and are open to […]
A prom dress giveaway is being organized by Curvy Chick Boutique, 256 Scott Street in Fort Frances. Drop off your gently used prom or bridesmaids dresses, to donate to a student in need. The dresses will be given free of charge, to remove barriers to the experience of prom. Dresses […]
By Mike Stimpson
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
FORT FRANCES – Imagine yourself on a dog sled with a team of hard-working canines in front of you and snowy winter environment all around you. You’ll get a chance to do that and more, virtually, next week as the Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre hosts Science North’s travelling […]
