Staff The Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce has confirmed it will host an all-candidates’ forum on Tuesday, Sept. 30 from 7-9 p.m. at the Civic Centre. Similar to the forum held prior to the 2006 federal election, the candidates will be invited to discuss their priorities, campaigns, and policies, as […]
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Press Release Janice (Jan) Beazley of Fort Frances has been appointed chair for the North West LHIN board of directors while Robert (Bob) Gregor of Marathon has been appointed vice-chair. Beazley replaces Dr. John Whitfield, founding chair of the LHIN, who resigned effective March 31. “I look forward to building […]
Paige Desmond Volunteering is an excellent way to get in touch with, and make a difference in, one’s community. While some people volunteer on a casual or “as needed” basis, there are others who stand out for exceptional service. With that in mind, there are just a few months left […]
Jack Elliott A full house crowded into the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #54 in Rainy River on Sunday evening to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the Evangelical Covenant Church in the community. The nearly 150 members and guests from Rainy River and across the district were treated to a delicious […]
N. Daley It is that time of year once again when the days are becoming noticeably shorter, there is a cool breeze in the air, and some of us even have had to light the wood stove in the evenings. Most of us enjoy the beauty of this time of […]
Press Release Shoppers Drug Mart’s “Tree of Life” campaign got underway Sept. 13 and runs until Oct. 10. This year, the store once again has chosen the Riverside Foundation for Health Care as the 2008 beneficiary. “Riverside Foundation depends on the support of all of us to continue to serve […]
Peggy Revell The Ontario government will be coming to Kenora on Tuesday, Sept. 30 to hear from people about what needs to be done for the tourism industry. The consultation is a part of the Ministry of Tourism’s competitiveness study that was launched back in March. Chaired by MPP Greg […]
Paige Desmond Four locals participated in the 13th-annual North Shore Inline Marathon on Saturday in Duluth. “It was a great time,” enthused Bob Tkachuk, who participated for the second time in the 26.2-mile race, which attracts people from children to great-grandfathers. Along with Tkachuk, who finished with a time of […]
Henry Miller This year, bluebird numbers were the lowest they have been since the Fort Frances Sportsmen’s Club began the project in 1991. Only 36 pairs successfully fledged their young. In 2006, there were 69 pairs and 55 pairs in 2007. Several factors contributed to the decline. For instance, many […]
Jack Elliott Brent McQuaker, from Hydro One Networks in Fort Frances, was in Stratton last Monday (Sept. 8) to present the Stratton recreation society with a cheque for $1,200. The grant, from Hydro One’s “PowerPlay” program, is earmarked for improvements to Stratton’s outdoor rink. Items to be upgraded include plastic […]
the OPP Teamed up with the Summer Experience program students, the OPP’s marine patrol covered Rainy Lake, Lake Despair, and Footprint Lake in 2008. From May through to Sept. 1, officers were on the water for a total of 180 hours. They stopped and checked 196 vessels, performed 31 security […]
Robin McCormick Once again, Guthrie United Church will host its annual harvest supper on Sunday, Oct. 5 from 5-7 p.m. The meal is always delicious, with this year’s menu consisting of turkey, ham, potatoes, gravy, vegetables, salads, buns, and lots of mouth-watering desserts. The cost is $12 for adults and […]
