One doesn’t have to know Ducks Unlimited chairman Barney Maher that well to be drawn in by his enthusiasm—especially on the 20th anniversary of the local chapter’s fundraising banquet here Friday night. “All right people,” Maher said, microphone in hand, to spruce up silent auction bids. “We know there’s plenty […]
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Local MP Robert Nault, also the minister of Indian and Northern Affairs, was in Fort Frances Tuesday to attend the World Health Organization conference, but overhauling the Indian Act was never far from his mind. Nault had a film crew with him to document discussions [including this interview] on the […]
A lot of new faces from the local judo club got a taste of tournament action at the Lake of the Woods Judo Invitational in Kenora on April 27. And while veteran judoka took home most of the medals, those coming home empty-handed still put in solid performances. “There were […]
The race is on to see who will be this year’s Fun in the Sun royalty—and for the first time since 1999, the guys have stepped up to vie for the king’s crown. “We have 11 girls and five guys,” said Sherri Puddicombe, who is organizing the annual pageant for […]
As you may know, the Municipality of La Vallee is celebrating its centennial in 2004. This is to remind you of the history being prepared. Some family histories—and pictures—already have been sent in but many more are needed. Send in your family history no matter when they came to this […]
With delegates from 33 countries attending, the World Health Organization’s Conference on Safe Communities, which officially started here Tuesday morning, has lived up to be a truly international event. And in keeping with the spirit, the Rainy Lake Multicultural Association has planned a free mini “Culturama” on Wednesday to ensure […]
What do you get when you weld together horseshoes? A chair, of course! Crossroads students “continue to shine,” principal Brian Love said yesterday. “They’re doing outstanding work, you wouldn’t believe it! Their technology project is made from recycled material,” he enthused. “The Grade 6, 7, and 8 science class was […]
Computers at Donald Young School are an integral part of the learning environment, being used to meet specific curriculum expectations that demand the use of computer technology to fulfill their requirements. An example would be the Grade 4 expectations in patterning and algebra that states use a calculator and computer […]
“My commitment is to make myself a better person and become well so that I can help others.” “My commitment is to be a good role model for my children.” “My commitment is to keep breaking the cycle.” The room echoed with the vows of more than 100 people dedicated […]
The Chapple Museum opened for the season last Friday with a tea—and a good crowd. “There was a steady flow of people throughout the day,” said co-curator Bill Clink, who maintains the museum with his wife, Emily. The museum, situated next door to the post office in downtown Barwick, had […]
All 59 teams for Lake Despair’s second-annual “Castin’ for Cash” bass tournament are set after a draw for the remaining 16 spots last week. The tournament will be held July 6-7 at Lake Despair Lodge and the top 10 boats from a year ago are set to compete again, including […]
The Calvinist Cadet Corps, led by head counsellor Ed Dykstra, took part in the morning worship service Sunday at the Christian Reformed Church in Emo. They were involved in several areas of the service, including greeted people coming to worship, reciting the Litany, reading the Scripture lesson, taking up the […]
