They came from as far away as Saskatoon and Sudbury. More than 200 people, including former pastors, turned out last weekend to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Off Lake Covenant Church, which is located in Kingsford Township about 20 km north of Emo. The church actually had its roots […]
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Tickets went on sale yesterday for the local Chamber of Commerce’s annual “Quest for the Best” and new “Kiddie Quest,” which will hit the stage July 18 once again in conjunction with the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship. “We’re ready to go,” said organizer Dawn Booth, who also is office […]
With the First and Second Princesses having already claimed their sashes Friday afternoon, Sara DeGagne knew her bid to be crowned the 2005 Fun in the Sun queen was going to end one of two ways. With only four contestants remaining, one would emerge victorious while three would walk away […]
The Township of Sioux Narrows-Nestor Falls in investigating the possibility of changing social service administrators in an effort to reduce the annual levy it now pays to the Kenora District Services Board. The KDSB’s funding formula is based on property assessment of member municipalities. Sioux Narrows-Nestor Falls has a small […]
When you glance over the Winnipeg High School Football League’s 2005 schedule that was released last week, two dates stick out like a vegetarian at a meat-packing conference—Fort Frances vs. Beaver Brae on Sept. 23 and Dryden vs. Fort Frances on Sept. 30. Confused? Well, let’s clarify. The rivalries are […]
It’s often been said that there are only two certainties in life—death and taxes. But upon closer examination, a third unwelcome reality inevitably springs to life every year. Literally. Weeds have been a part of agricultural reality for as long as mankind has turned its hand to tilling the soil. […]
Town council will have a revised fee schedule for sewer and water rates before it next Monday night (July 11) after several recommendations for changes were made during a special committee of the whole meeting Tuesday. At that meeting, council and management discussed the input they’ve received from the local […]
Dear sir: The article “Council tables new sewer, water rates” (Daily Bulletin, Tuesday, June 28, 2005) brought the beginning of additional issues that will erode the relationship of commercial and residential users in our community by turning them on each other. It’s a great tactic to keeping taxpayers from asking […]
Dear sir: For many years, federal Liberals claimed that free votes could not be allowed in the House of Commons. Their leaders claimed this would hinder the governing party from governing. MPs from the Reform, the Canadian Alliance, and now the new Conservative Party consistently have stated otherwise. Recently, a […]
Dear editor: On July 1, the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #29 in Fort Frances proudly presented their colours and marched with pride in the Canada Day parade. In a highly-decorated float behind them sat our proud veterans. Not only did these people fight for freedom and honour, but for our […]
Dear Mr. Editor: Fort Frances’ downtown needs a boost and, as of yet, nothing has worked. Well, I have the solution. The greatest gift this town has is the fact that there are eight or so First Nation reserves within the sphere of its influence. The residents of all First […]
Dear Mr. Editor, This July 1, I had the opportunity to view an amazing spectacle of fireworks from a prime location. In my opinion, I have never experienced a better display than was offered for public viewing this year. I had no idea what was involved in setting up this […]
