Ashley Payne decorated her cookie with chocolate icing and sprinkles yesterday during a “Wild West” party at the Fort Frances Public Library. The children ate snacks, made cowboy vests, danced, and played games with library staff.—Amanda Roy photo
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In the third race of the Wednesday Night fall series, Ron Bowman’s winning streak almost came to an end. The “Mad Hatter,” steered by Mary Bartlett, performed well in the strong westerly winds. However, after the handicaps were applied, Bowman came out on top again, finishing just 32 seconds […]
The forest fire reporting line began ringing by early afternoon yesterday as high hazards and windy conditions brought lightning-caused fires to life across the region. High winds added to the challenge of fighting the new fires and aggressive ground and air attack was required. People are being asked to […]
As police across the province gear up for what is deemed to be Canada’s busiest weekend on our roads and waterways, the message from the OPP is a basic one: don’t drink and drive, buckle up, and take your time. As of July 22, 245 people have died in […]
Leola Mae Krueger, 82, of International Falls, Mn., passed away Thursday, Aug. 2, 2007 at the Good Samaritan Care Center in International Falls. Leola was born in International Falls on Oct. 23, 1924 to Leo and Luella Prevost. She graduated from Falls High School in 1943. Leola was united in […]
The Town of Fort Frances put up a temporary stop sign today at the corner of First Street East and Mowat Avenue to alleviate traffic congestion over the weekend while U.S. tourists head home. The new sign will come down Tuesday after the holiday weekend has concluded and bridge […]
Hopes for an underdog upset proved close but ultimately futile as Team One topped Team Two 12-10 in the Rainy River District Fastball League’s annual all-star game last night at Sabaskong. The story wasn’t how the “visiting” Team Two made a 12-8 game close in the final inning, […]
