Jack Somerville, 77, passed away Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. with his family by his side. Dad was born Nov. 5, 1930 in Fort Frances and spent his entire life here. He loved the outdoors, and was an avid fisherman and hunter in […]
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Herbert Bruyere, 79, of 116 Couchiching Dr., Couchiching First Nation, Ont. Dad passed away Friday, Feb. 22, 2008 at La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. with his family by his side. Kenneth was born March 18, […]
Caylee Woolsey, left, and Christine Ruppenstein swept a rock down the ice Saturday afternoon during the annual Ladies International Bonspiel, which was held here over the weekend. Maureen Thomson defeated Colleen Scrimger for the ‘A’ title, Judy Bain of Kenora downed local rink Bonnie Broman for the ‘B’ crown, and […]
Showing off some cedar-planked salmon, Chris McKinnon got right to work behind the counter this morning on his first day as new owner of M&M Meat Shops here. McKinnon bought the franchise from Garth Donald and Judie Campbell, who first opened the business here more than a decade ago. McKinnon […]
Drawn to the dance floor by the irresistible rock ’n roll sounds of the “Sensational Hot Rods,” Borka Gauthier, left, and Margitta McLeod twisted and jived the night away at the “Rockin’ for the Library” fundraiser social Saturday at the Memorial Sports Centre auditorium. The event, which featured raffles, games, […]
Brad Houghton, left, and Blair Beadow looked over a map of the area where the Namakan River hydro development project will be built during an open house last night at La Place Rendez-Vous. Dozens of people came out for the session, including many residents of Lac La Croix First Nations […]
While the sidewalk may be a little difficult to see when it’s covered in snow, that’s no excuse for motorists to park on it when visiting the Fort Frances Community Clinic. The town bylaw department has reported giving out tickets at this location to those who park on the sidewalk, […]
It will be a banner weekend for hockey enthusiasts in Fort Frances and area. The hockey smorgasbord kicks off today with the start of the annual IP 2 (formerly Tom Thumb) tournament, which features players in Grades 2 and 3. Fort Frances Minor Hockey is represented by five teams—Foodtown, Taggs, […]
The Town of Fort Frances will be receiving money from the Moffat Family Fund for the sixth-straight year, and those local groups and service clubs planning on applying for a share have until next Friday (Feb. 29) to do so. Town secretary Lori Pattison reported no applications had been turned […]
In response to the incident that occurred last week, the Rainy River District School Board would like to reassure students, parents, and community members that a safe and respectful learning and teaching environment is paramount. The board is very concerned about the respect and value of all cultures within its […]
With 20 great prizes up for grabs and an exciting evening of music, food, and dancing, tickets still available for both the “Building for the Future” elimination raffle and the “Rockin’ for the Library” social event tomorrow night. But Fort Frances Public Library head librarian Margaret Sedgwick stressed if people […]
Boozhoo, My name is Robert A. Horton (“Bebaamoyaash”). I am a member of Rainy River First Nations, the Manidoo Baawitigong (Manitou Rapids) community, and from the Waabizeshi Dodem (Marten Clan). I am a Sociologist and former Social Policy Analyst for Rainy River First Nations. Throughout the last few years, I […]
