It looks like Santa and his merry elves will be popping into town a little early this year as local author Susan Cousineau marks the release of her latest craft and decorating book, “Easy Christmas Crafts,” tomorrow. “This is definitely the book I’m most proud of,” said Cousineau. “North Light […]
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While Phase II of the La Verendrye Parkway was primarily funded by the Town of Fort Frances and province, some of the added touches were made possible through the generosity of the community. And the town recognized this Monday night when certificates of appreciation were handed out to the donors […]
Work on the Chapple lighthouse is progressing well, with the retaining wall (containing blocks from the former Barwick Hotel) now almost complete. Thanks is extended to Glen Jackson, Norm Hyatt, Dave Hughes, Peter Borger, and Nathan Darrah for cleaning the blocks so they could be used again. There still is […]
The Rainy Lake mermaid won’t be the only mythological creature on the water July 1 as this year’s “Fun in the Sun” celebration will include dragon boats for the first time. And organizers are hoping to get local teams to sign up for the competition, which will run next Tuesday […]
The crew of hard-working volunteers behind the Crossroads community rink drive will stage their annual slo-pitch tournament this weekend in Devlin to raise more money for the project. The tourney will run from Friday to Sunday, with beer gardens and a food booth to be available on site. If you […]
After months of waiting for the Ministry of Health and Long-term Care to sit down with them, the Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board is still wondering if the government ever will “show them the money.” According to DSSAB, the ministry owes $1.3 million in funding for land ambulance […]
“It could be a win-win situation,” Gary Rogozinski, chair of the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship, said Tuesday after learning town council had referred its request for a $50,000 interest-free loan to buy tables and chairs for consideration in the 2004 budget process. “It’s not thrown out completely, but there’s […]
Congratulations to Niel and Sophie VanDrunen, who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at the Emo Legion on June 21. Festivities began with a family dinner at the Legion, followed by dancing to music by Bill, Glenn, and Wayne. It all had been kept as a surprise for the couple, and […]
A bike rodeo arranged by the Emo Toy Library and held at Lions Park in Emo last Tuesday (June 17) was a successful event as 19 youngsters participated. It was conducted by OPP constables Tammy Hyatt and Caroline Spencer, auxiliary Cst. Rob Dokuchie, and cadet Carol Judson. The children learned […]
It’s time to lower the BOOM once again on youth sailing in the area. The Rendezvous Yacht Club, in co-operation with the Town of Fort Frances, is hosting the Best-Ever Ontario Optimist Mobile (BOOM) program July 1-4 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sand Bay for children aged six-16. “We’ve only […]
“Quest for the Best” organizer Dawn Booth extended last Friday’s deadline to sign up for the popular singing contest in hopes she could get a full line-up of 20 entrants. She didn’t have long to wait. As of yesterday afternoon, some 21 acts had registered. “We’re past where we need […]
Last week’s column helped you to understand the different types of fertilizer and when to use them. This week will cover the different ways to apply fertilizers for different situations. In general, there are eight ways to apply the variety of fertilizers you may use. •Broadcast fertilizing Broadcast fertilizing means […]
