As our January thaw manufactures puddles that are seeping through my not so waterproof shoes, I dream of the blooms of Lotus Land, aka B.C. Here’s a little retread from a decade or so ago. After 40 years of wedded bliss my wife, the Pearl or the Orient, and I […]
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The parishioners of St. Mary’s Church came out of the cold to enjoy a warm bowl of soup and a fresh bun on January 20 and 21. The funds from the free will offering were matched by a generous donor. The meal was enjoyed by many an opportunity for many […]
From Destination Fort Frances
Press release
Press release
In a move to enhance its tourism sector, Destination Fort Frances is thrilled to announce the introduction of a new grant program to support and encourage tourism events within the region. The Fort Frances Destination Grant, designed to bolster local tourism initiatives, represents a significant commitment to fostering economic growth […]
Tracy Hyatt will work her last day as an employee of Canada Post on January 31st. after spending 31 years as a permanent part time employee. Tracy’s co-workers we’re happy to present her with a retirement cake on Tuesday (January 30th.) afternoon, people entering the post office that day also […]
From the Voyageurs National Park
Press release
Press release
There have been positive improvements to the Park’s winter trails this week. The green trail is now entirely open from Franks Bay to Crane Lake. The gold portage is still rough, and stakes have been placed to mark trail edges and drops. Stay between the stakes to avoid those hazards. […]
Tonight will see a few clouds and a chance of flurries with the risk of freezing drizzle and a low of -2 C (28 F). Tomorrow will be cloudy with a chance of flurries during the day with cloudy periods overnight and a high of 4 (39) with a low […]
In my research of the fur trade, I read observations recorded by European men writing for history’s sake, men like James Isham in the 1730s and Andrew Graham 30 years later. One thing caught my eye and stuck with me was the wolverine. The wolverine was clever, difficult to trap, […]
A free beaded lanyard and keychain workshop will be held February 5 from noon to 3 p.m. and again from 4-7 p.m. at the SGEI Makerspace. Create a beaded lanyard and keychain for your work or home keys! Decorate them in your own style with thousands of beads to choose […]
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A storage garage and several busses have been reduced to rubble after an early morning fire at the New Gold employee lot. The fire is deemed not suspicious at this time, according to OPP. At around 2:23AM, Saturday January 27, the Alberton Fire Department received a report of a large […]
