Calves that don’t nurse promptly after birth are much more likely to become ill or die within the first weeks of life than calves that nurse right away. That’s because the cow’s first milk—colostrum—is special, containing important ingredients that are vital to the calf’s health. Colostrum serves as a laxative […]
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The Borderland Thunder and Dryden Ice Dogs will gaze into the crystal ball tonight—if they don’t hit each other over the head with it first. The two teams square off at 7:30 p.m. at the Ice for Kids Arena in their regular-season finale, and will be looking to grab the […]
A report of what local residents can and cannot dispose of during “Pitch In Canada Week” (April 21-27) was sent back to committee for further discussion Monday night as some councillors felt the list was too restrictive. “I always thought, when Walter Horban had it, they would pick up just […]
In a recent narcotics investigation here, it has come to the attention of the Fort Frances OPP that the use of illegal drugs, particularly marijuana, may pose serious health risks. Unconfirmed reports have indicated marijuana found in Rainy River District may have been laced with an unknown toxic substance, which […]
Council and town administration will start a major budget review to sustain continuity on an annual basis at its committee of the whole meeting Monday, which starts at 4 p.m. at the Civic Centre. CAO Bill Naturkach said Monday morning the review was called as a condition of council’s passing […]
The Borderland Thunder and Fort William First Nation Wolves (also known as the North Stars) matched each other shot for shot over the weekend, continuing a season-long trend that could culminate in the SIJHL final. The squads had been tied 31-31 in goals scored for their season series before trading […]
C.T. Martens, 82, of Fort Frances, Ont., passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2003 at La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances. Ted was born Oct. 17, 1920 at The Pas, Man. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret; two children, Diane (Ron) Cherry of Fort Frances, Ont. […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Lawrence McLeod announces his passing on Monday, March 10, 2003 at the age of 79. Lawrence was born Jan. 9, 1924 in Chapple Township, the eldest child of Tom and Polly McLeod. As a young man, Lawrence helped care for his […]
Hazel Victoria Clink, 101, a long-time resident of the Emo Health Centre in Emo, Ont., passed away Friday, March 7, 2003. Hazel was born Oct. 10, 1901 in Chicago, Ill. to Benjamin and Rachel Hadley. The Hadley family then moved to the Barwick, Ont. area in 1902, where Hazel lived […]
The importance of diversifying Northern Ontario’s economy will be front and centre during a half-day seminar next week in Kenora being hosted by local MP Robert Nault. The seminar, slated for Tuesday (March 11) from 1-5 p.m. at the Best Western Lakeside Inn, will address how the federal government can […]
With first place already sewn up, the Borderland Thunder will use the final three games of the regular season to work on getting the most out of their home ice advantage. Coming off a 6-3 victory here Tuesday night against the Dryden Ice Dogs that clinched top spot in the […]
