Part two of this column of unusual plants for the shade garden includes descriptions on how to grow Jack-in-the-pulpit and the lady slipper. Although a little less common or available in nurseries than trilliums, I strongly encourage you to try either of these plants if you can find them. Jack-in-the-Pulpit […]
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Did you know? Do you recall the devastating fire that took place at a Swiss ski resort bar this past New Year’s Eve? The devastating fire resulted in 41 fatalities and 116 injuries, leaving a profound and lasting impact on the victims’ families, first responders, and the community at large. […]
There is a particular kind of alchemy reserved for music. It is a rare transformation: the moment something familiar becomes newly luminous. It happens when one artist takes hold of another’s song and, instead of merely echoing it, breathes into it a different life. A good cover is not imitation; […]
I have long been a fan of Rebecca Solnit, and her books are prominent on my shelf. Men Explain Things to Me, published in 2014, is dog-eared and read repeatedly. Solnit has a wisdom that comes from having been a witness to and victim of domestic violence as a child. […]
The Emo Christian Reformed Church will be hosting their traditional pancake breakfast once again during Spring Fever Days. The breakfast takes place Saturday, April 16, from 8-10 a.m. This is a freewill offering. Proceeds from the breakfast will go to support the Emo Library. This is always an enjoyable and […]
EVENTS CALENDAR The Rainy River Festival of the Performing Arts runs from March 26 to Apr. 24 with full schedule to be released. For more information visit ff-festival.com. Come out to the Fort Frances Public Library, for kids yoga starting Apr. 7 at 4 p.m. Learn some yoga poses, meditation […]
– Allan Bradbury photos
After getting a bye to sit out the first round of SIJHL playoff action, the Fort Frances Lakers have started their semifinal games strong with a pair of wins against the Kam River Walleye last Friday and Saturday nights at the Ice for Kids Arena in Fort Frances. The Lakers […]
By Times Staff
Telecommunications provider Tbaytel has opened the 2026 application process for community groups to apply for funding through its Tbaytel For Good Community Fund, which will distribute $30,000 among winning entries. The application window for the competition, which began on Monday, closes on May 20. The fund is open to teachers, […]
By Carl Clutchey
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
As permits resume being required for outdoor burning in rural areas near Thunder Bay, the Municipality of Neebing is reminding ratepayers to ensure they have the right documents for the tasks at hand. “The types of burning permits available has changed,” a municipal bulletin said this week. “Be sure you […]
By Carrie Ivardi
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
THUNDER BAY — Tyler Blouin was described as a kind, funny and protective young man to a full courtroom on Thursday. Blouin, 20, died as a result of a physical altercation in the area of Camelot and St. Paul streets around 2:30 a.m. on May 5, 2024. Brady Nugent pleaded […]
By Clint Fleury
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
THUNDER BAY — Students in the city got a chance to learn more about campus life and the programs they might want to take at Confederation College’s open house this week. “Students and their parents meet with different program coordinators that we have, talk about different career opportunities, and they […]
By Clint Fleury
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
TBnewswatch.com
THUNDER BAY — Two exhibitions at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery featuring student artwork from Lakehead University’s visual arts department are highlighting the vibrant and growing art scene in the city. “For the gallery, what you see is really a cross-section of creativity and what’s interesting and the creative pulse. […]
