ONTARIO, October 19, 2023 – 21 Hospital Foundations across Ontario have joined together to launch a first-of-its-kind lottery, offering their supporters a brand-new opportunity to WIN BIG! Guaranteeing a $50,000 jackpot and an additional $50,000 in Early Bird prizing, the Split the Pot Lottery will provide players the opportunity to […]
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Province investing in business expansion and community growth in the Northwest A handful of projects and organizations saw a boost with a recent round of provincial funding announcements. The Ontario government is providing more than $1.5 million through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to four economic development projects […]
From DRRSB
Press release
Press release
Beginning November 8, 2023, Kenora Central Ambulance Communications Centre (CACC), which oversees calls from the Rainy River District, will move to a new dispatch system. The Medical Priority Dispatch System (MPDS) will improve the deployment of paramedic resources to meet patient needs by matching resources with the clinical situation and […]
Police briefs (PIKANGIKUM FIRST NATION) – The Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has now confirmed that a suspicious death in Pikangikum First Nation on September 25, 2023, is a homicide. A post-mortem examination at the Forensic Services and Coroner’s Complex in Toronto confirmed that the […]
Government of Canada
Press release
Press release
On October 31, many children will dress up and knock on your door asking for treats. Although Halloween is a fun holiday for kids (and even the not so young!), some costumes and decorations can pose a hazard, including a fire threat. The following tips can help you reduce the […]
Increased tolls on the Fort Frances-International Falls Bridge have been a hot topic of conversation around the District over the last few weeks since the release of the new price schedule. The Times reached out to local politicians and representatives for an article. Here’s some of what they had to […]
– Ken Kellar photos
Volunteers with the Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre, United Native Friendship Centre (UNFC) and Grand Council Treaty #3 came together at the Rainy Lake Square last Thursday, October 19, 2023, for a community harvest lunch celebrating the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty #3. Members of the public […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Dennis Ash, 93, announce his passing on October 25, 2023. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
By Ken Kellar
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Construction on the hotel is expected to begin this year and continue through the winter Ground has been broken, and in short order, work on Fort Frances’ newest hotel will begin. In a groundbreaking ceremony held at the Mitaanjigamiing First Nation-owned property located next to Canadian Tire on Monday, October […]
From Muskies Football
Press release
Press release
Friday the Fort Frances Muskies finished their regular season with a dominating 65 – nothing win over the winless Daniel McIntyre Maroons. The Muskies took the opening kickoff and drove 56 yards. Quarterback Parker Booth scored from 2 yards out. Hayden Beckett kicked the convert for a 7 – 0 […]
Boo, foodie friends! As the spookiest season of the year creeps in, it’s time to conjure up some spine-tingling treats for your Halloween party. Whether you’re hosting a ghoulish gathering or a haunted housewarming, these eerie eats are bound to cast a deliciously dark spell on your guests. Petrifying Pumpkin […]
