The Canadian PressJoanna Smith OTTAWA–Demanding a breath sample from a motorist is no different than asking for their licence and registration, Canada’s justice minister argued yesterday as the federal Liberal government defended its proposed new crackdown on impaired driving. Jody Wilson-Raybould tabled a so-called “charter statement” in the House of […]
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Duane Hicks Special “Canada 150” tulips planted by the local Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary have fully bloomed in front of the Legion here. Tulips also are sprouting from the flower beds outside the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre, although they haven’t yet bloomed into red-and-white beauties like these ones.
The Canadian Press OTTAWA–A flag honouring an anti-abortion movement caused a stir in the country’s capital after it was raised at Ottawa City Hall. The city proclaimed yesterday “March for Life Day,” a declaration that has been made in past years, but city councillors said the anti-abortion movement’s flag was […]
Across Northwestern Ontario, we are fortunate to have the great lake trout fishing opportunities that we do. They are a fragile fish that require deep, clear, and cold water to survive–and we have a bunch of it. While lake trout spend much of the summer in deep water, spring is […]
The Canadian PressDan Greenspan ANAHEIM, Calif.–The Edmonton Oilers were taught a harsh lesson–one the Anaheim Ducks had learned too many times in recent years. Finish off a playoff series when you get the chance or you almost certainly will regret not doing so. Nick Ritchie scored the winning goal 3:21 […]
Staff The Couchiching Lady Raiders would prefer a second chance at their second inning last night. Six errors led to seven runs to set the table for a 17-8 victory by the Fort Frances Her-icanes (2-0) in their Rainy River District Women’s Fastball League matchup at the Rodrick and Telford […]
The Canadian PressColin Perkel TORONTO–Stripping new Canadians of their citizenship without giving them a proper chance to explain themselves is a violation of their rights, a Federal Court judge declared yesterday. In a key decision, Judge Jocelyne Gagne struck down provisions of the Citizenship Act enacted by the former Conservative […]
The Associated PressDoug Ferguson PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla.–The Players Championship attracts the strongest and deepest field in golf. In its 43-year history, all but 10 winners of the PGA Tour’s premier event have captured a major championship. It also might be the most difficult to handicap. Rory McIlroy didn’t break […]
From the OPP The OPP and the Ministry of Transportation are reminding motorists that construction season is here–and that drivers need to be extra cautious. The MTO is reporting in excess of 200 construction projects underway around the province. These projects consist of highway expansions, bridge replacements, and road maintenance, […]
The Canadian PressGregory Strong TORONTO–The Toronto Blue Jays have been forced to use a piecemeal lineup of late with so many everyday players out of action. Some of those backups are taking full advantage of the opportunity. Ryan Goins hit a bases-loaded single to give the Blue Jays an 8-7 […]
From the OPP A Kenora resident has been charged following a report of a man with a weapon in the downtown area. Around 8 p.m. on Tuesday, police were notified of a male walking in the downtown area with what appeared to be a weapon. Kenora OPP officers attended the […]
Submitted Paulette Romaniuk, left, and her grandson, Knox Carlson, were among those who went on a Fort Frances Nursery School field trip to Hammond’s Nursery yesterday. Children enjoyed a scavenger hunt through the greenhouses, then took time to plant strawberries.
