The Canadian Press TORONTO–Workers at the Liquor Control Board of Ontario could go on strike just days before the Canada Day long weekend. The Ontario Public Service Employees Union requested a “no board” report from the Ministry of Labour, which sets a strike deadline of 12:01 a.m. on June 26. […]
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Kiera Kowalski Students at Fort Frances High School enjoyed a lively game of beach volleyball yesterday at a barbecue hosted by the Student Leadership Council to celebrate the 2016-17 school year coming to a close. Students also enjoyed basketball, soccer, and hotdogs and chips as a snack.
The Canadian PressAlexander Panetta WASHINGTON–Canada’s premiers have left a series of meetings in Washington expressing hope the upcoming renegotiation of NAFTA will be quick and relatively pain-free, rather than a drawn-out bargaining slugfest. Eight provincial and territorial leaders were in town for meetings this week with U.S. administration officials, lawmakers, […]
The Canadian PressDarren Desaulniers OTTAWA–Hamilton Tiger-Cats’ coach Kent Austin didn’t worry about wins or losses last night, which was a good thing. Ray Early kicked a 37-yard field goal with 68 seconds left to give the Ottawa Redblacks a 30-29 win over the Tiger-Cats, who had a nine-point lead with […]
The “Walk for Alzheimer’s” is slated for Saturday, June 10 along the La Verendrye Parkway. Registration begins at 10 a.m. at the Sorting Gap Marina, with a warm-up to follow at 10:45. The walks will begin at 11 a.m., followed by a barbecue. To register and start fundraising, visit www.walkforalzheimers.ca […]
From the MNRF The forest fire hazard currently is “moderate” to “extreme” across the Northwest Region. The recent warming trend has seen the fire hazard continue to rise, especially in the western portion of the region. As such, people are urged to use caution when venturing into forested areas. As […]
The Associated PressTim Booth SEATTLE–Robinson Cano regularly makes the difficult look routine. So when Seattle’s star and one of the best defensive second basemen in baseball makes two errors on one play, it’s a shocking moment. “I should’ve made that play, I’ve made that play before,” Cano noted. “It’s part […]
Press Release The Fort Frances Power Corp. will host an information session regarding the “Save on Energy” programs offered for homes and businesses. It hopes to raise the awareness and profile of the programs within Fort Frances. “Many local businesses and organizations have already taken advantage of the rebates and […]
The Associated PressJill LawlessDanica Kirka LONDON–British Prime Minister Theresa May’s gamble in calling an early election backfired spectacularly as her Conservative Party lost its majority in Parliament, throwing British politics into chaos. The shock result could send Britain’s negotiations to leave the European Union–due to start June 19–into disarray. The […]
The Canadian Press KENORA, Ont.–A Northwestern Ontario MP says a state of emergency has been declared in Eabametoong First Nation following a fire near the community’s water purification plant’s reservoir. Bob Nault, who represents the Kenora area, said the water supply in the First Nation of about 1,000 has been […]
Press Release At its June 6 meeting, the Rainy River District School Board recognized the contributions of two individuals with its Volunteer of the Year award, as well as honoured retirees. Selena Vanasse of Rainy River and Jimmy Warren of Atikokan were recognized for their volunteer service. Vanasse offered her […]
Staff Get your comfy shoes on. The annual “Walk for Alzheimer’s” is slated for tomorrow, offering 2K and 5K walks along the waterfront here. Registration begins at 10 a.m. at the Sorting Gap Marina, with a warm-up set for 10:45. The walks then will begin at 11 a.m., followed by […]
