The local community youth centre wants to help the public with their spring cleaning. It is planning to hold a monster garage sale fundraiser in March—and asking people for donations of items they no longer want. “The garage sale is going to raise money for activities and different materials needed […]
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As a sort of “thank you” gift to designated drivers, some local bars—in conjunction with the district Substance Abuse Prevention team—are giving out special cups to patrons who choose to put safety first. “Basically, the whole initiative is to promote safe, responsible drinking. As licensees, it’s a concern,” said Larry […]
Attention all young people! What are your plans for this Saturday (March 2)? Why not join youth from across the district for an afternoon of fellowship and excitement starting at 2 p.m. Activities will include sliding at Hang Man’s Hill, indoor games, a supper of make-your-own subs, chips, and beverage, […]
While above normal temperatures and fewer heavy snowfalls has been a treat for many district residents this winter, it hasn’t been welcome for some local businesses that are praying the recent trend of milder winters will end soon. Jim Badiuk, owner of Badiuk Equipment here, admitted Monday that the lack […]
Thanks to the Northwestern Ontario Business Self-help Office in Kenora and our the Rainy River Future Development Corp., local students now have the option of creating their own business with the “Summer Company” program. Last Tuesday (Feb. 19), the T.A.P. program at Fort High gave a brief presentation on this […]
District students will get an extra week of summer vacation this year after both the public and Catholic school boards agreed to a new calendar that will see classes begin after Labour Day instead of before it. School will start Sept. 4 and end June 25 2003, except for those […]
Local country music fans will be treated to the vocal stylings of Amanda Stott this Sunday evening. The up-and-coming Canadian teen artist will be performing at the Townshend Theatre at 7:30 p.m. as the final show of tour de Fort’s “Encore” concert series. Stott, who has released a self-titled album […]
The Muskie senior boys’ basketball team brushed off a sluggish start against the Kenora Broncos in the NorWOSSA final there Friday, running away with a strong third quarter en route to a 54-44 win. The win marked the Muskies’ third-straight league title. The black-and-gold were back on their heels in […]
Projects on everything from tornadoes and taste buds to bridges and optical illusions filled the gym at Crossroads School in Devlin for its third-annual science fair. Younger students worked on projects assigned by their teacher while those in grades 4-6 chose their own topics. Even senior kindergarten students participated—they looked […]
With some Ontario high schools now charging students extra fees for classes, where is the best place to get an opinion but from high school students. “It’s a stupid idea,” said FFHS OAC student Mark Soderberg. “Some classes aren’t even worth paying for.” “This is taking away our right to […]
Several Emo Novice Bandits teamed up with Atikokan to take part in the Thunder Bay Ringette Tournament of Stars, coming home with the gold medal. Cassie McLellan, Lacey Durbin, Carlee Bosma, Samantha Myslicki, Alyssa Kupila, and Jaycey Ewald, along with coach Selene LeBlanc, were the Bandits who suited up for […]
The Riverside Foundation for Health Care’s fifth-annual fundraiser dinner is shaping up to be another sold-out affair, with organizers expecting more than 200 people this Saturday night at La Place Rendez-Vous. “If anyone wants a ticket, call as soon as possible—it’s going to be fun, fun, fun,” said Foundation director […]
