FORT FRANCES—With the Jan. 14 municipal byelection now only a little over a week away, a total of 1,376 ballots have come in so far, returning officer Glenn Treftlin reported Friday morning. Treftlin added those who plan on mailing in their ballots—as opposed to delivering them by hand—should do so […]
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FORT FRANCES—Although a Christmas Eve fire at St. Michael’s School left one classroom severely damaged and the rest of the building with minor smoke damage, classes are set to resume there as scheduled on Monday. Chris Howarth, superintendent of business for the Northwest Catholic District School Board, said students in […]
The OPP is investigating a break-and-enter at a garage located in La Vallee Township. A Coleman 5,000 watt generator was stolen. The generator is black with green painted accents. The appearance of the generator is unique because the owner has installed lawn mower tires on the base to help with […]
Fort Frances OPP and a K-9 unit were called to 822 Crowe Ave. to investigate a break and enter to a residence on New Year’s Day. When police arrived, the back door to the residence had been kicked in. Police believe the crime took place on Jan. 1 between 1:10 […]
The New Year’s baby for 2008 is Blaire Avery Cross. She was born at La Verendrye Hospital here yesterday at 8:39 a.m., weighing in at seven pounds, one oz. The proud parents are Pat and Dana Cross, and proud big sisters are Molly and Piper.
It will be cloudy tonight, with clear breaks. Expect an overnight low of minus-eight C (18 F) and light south winds. Tomorrow will see cloudy periods, along with a high of one (34) and low around minus-eight (18). Look for southeast winds at five-10 m.p.h. There’s a 40 percent chance […]
After shovelling off his deck a few weeks ago at his home on Second Street East, someone suggested to Ralph Wolff that he should build a slide. So he did—complete with an Olympic theme to boot!
Fort Frances Museum assistant Katie Urban adjusted a portrait of Millie Eide Gladu this morning in preparation for a new exhibit, “Millie Eide Gladu, a retrospective,” which will feature work by the local artisit. Gladu was an active member of the arts community in Fort Frances from the 1950s until […]
Downtown shoppers may have noticed a new sign at Gourmet Outfitters last month. The sign was designed by Vermilion Bay artist Burton Penner, who also did the Northwoods Gallery & Gifts sign as well as the Great Canadian Main Street signs at both ends of Scott Street.
Josh Quesnel, 11, made the best of yesterday’s bitter temperatures and hit the east end rink for some afternoon shinny hockey with friends. The outdoor rinks have been busy as youngsters enjoy their final days of the Christmas break.
Chad Jack, left, the newest member of the Rainy Lake Realty team, and Kiwanian Alan Zucchiatti drew the January winner of the Kiwanis “Trip of the Month” draw yesterday at International Travel Services. Betty and Arnold Brown of Fort Frances won an Alaskan cruise, valued at $4,000. Tickets are sold […]
Harry Donald Cann passed away Sunday, Dec. 30, 2007 at the Falls Good Samaritan Center in International Falls, Mn. after a short battle with cancer. He was born to Harry and Lydia Cann on May 11, 1926 in Blackduck, Mn. and graduated from Blackduck High School in June, 1944. Don […]
