This week marked a very important date for Robin’s Donuts as its new store opened for business here yesterday morning. The new location–at 786 King’s Highway–is roughly 1,500 square feet in size and features seating for 30. And unlike the downtown store, it is strictly non-smoking. The idea of building […]
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The Town of Fort Frances took time out to say “thanks” to its employees and volunteers during its annual appreciation dinner Friday night at the Red Dog Inn. Mayor Glenn Witherspoon noted about 25-30 percent of the population of Fort Frances and the surrounding area volunteer their time to make […]
Lisa Lindo likes to “play.” It’s an aspect of her music which hits you the moment she walks on the stage, picks up the microphone, and begins singing–all the while flashing you a brilliant smile that seems to be a permanent feature on her face. Lindo and her jazz trio–featuring […]
In six weeks, more than 50 elk will begin a new life in Northwestern Ontario after being selected for transfer to the Cameron Lake release site from Elk Island National Park in Alberta. And that’s music to the ears of Mike Solomon, co-chair of the Northwestern Ontario Elk Restoration Coalition, […]
The Rainy River District School Board showed its appreciation for those who help out with school sports at last night’s meeting when they presented staff and community coaches with this month’s “Recognition of Excellence” award. Teacher Jason Kabel and Adrian Chapman, coach of the Muskie senior boys’ volleyball team, were […]
Dustin Davis, seven, has made a lot of people proud after using what he had learned from the “Risk Watch” program upon finding a gun near his home last week. “Everybody in the school wants my autographed,” he smiled when talking about his “newfound fame.” Last Wednesday. the grade two […]
I know a little bit about darkness, growing up as I did at the 49th parallel before the advent of electricity. I know how inky black the night can be when the moon is asleep and the stars are behind clouds. And the only light is a flickering kerosene lantern […]
Redpolls are sort of dumpy, little sparrow-like birds. They’re brownish, streaked on the sides, have fluffy feathers, and are distinguished by red caps (“poll” is an old English word for the top of the head). Quite a few of the male birds also have pink breasts. There actually are two […]
By Perry Good
Outdoors Pro-Mo
Outdoors Pro-Mo
On a recent trip to Canada, I was reminded we all have to take some time out of our busy lives to rest and recharge those “internal batteries.” Nature, time, and patience are the three best physicians. I enjoy being outdoors and I am truly amazed at the beauty nature […]
Lourens Visser, 88, of Emo, Ont., passed away Thursday, Dec. 2, 1999 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. He was born Nov. 3, 1911 in Drachten, Friesland, The Netherlands, and was was united in marriage to Tina (Wieringsma) on May 19, 1938. In the summer of 1957, Lourens […]
Holiday is a splendid word. It makes you think of turkey and dressing with all the trimmings. And playing with your cousins at Grandma’s house. Holiday is a word that’s all sugar and spice. All smiles and laughter. Song and friendly conversation. Surprises and good feelings. Gift packages with big […]
With a “Northwestern” crown already under their belt, Bryan Bonot’s rink now has their sights on an even bigger task. A provincial title. And why not? Bonot’s foursome of third Terry Lee, second Ron Martinuk, and new lead Ted Stewart (taking over from the injured Ken Noble) were the class […]
