Falls JournalWhitney Jackson For several children and their parents, one local group has created friendships, sparked growth, and embraced differences. Ten-year-old Matthew Strickland and his family of Fort Frances are among those who have been positively changed by the International Falls Autism Support Group, which meets each Tuesday from 6-7:30 […]
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Press Release With spring weather quickly approaching, many workplaces, community groups, and individuals will be taking steps to clean up outdoor spaces. The Northwestern Health Unit would like to remind the public that there is a chance a discarded needle may be part of the garbage found. “Knowing how to […]
Press Release Josh Henry is a Fort Frances native who loves to explore the world. He’s been travelling the globe for the last decade and has visited more than 50 countries. Henry won the title of “Canada’s Greatest Explorer” last summer when he won a reality outdoor adventure series, besting […]
This group shot of girls and young women–likely related–is among the many portraits in the Tener collection. Very few individuals are identified in the photos but it’s hoped that with wider exposure in the future, the public will be able to pick out their ancestors.
Nicholas Donaldson Aboriginal musician Shy-anne Hovorka spent last Wednesday getting to know the area and meeting the people here. Hovorka, who spoke with the Times before staging a concert at the Couchiching multi-use facility last Wednesday night, said she’s always enjoyed music and education. She was very happy to come […]
Nicholas Donaldson Aboriginal musician and educator Shy-anne Hovorka (far left) met with young musicians at the Couchiching multi-use facility last Wednesday. It was an opportunity for the youths to learn about the music industry, as well as ask questions before Hovorka’s concert there later that evening.
Duane Hicks This ring-billed gull was spotted perch atop a post at the end of a dock along Front Street here Monday evening. Along with swans, ducks, and Canada geese, the gulls recently began reappearing in Borderland. Local lore has it that once the gulls return, there only are three […]
Duane Hicks The Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre is making some cuts to help town council balance its 2017 budget. After taking a close look at library operations in recent weeks, the library board and town administration found ways to reduce this year’s municipal contribution to the library by […]
Press Release Camp Quality Northwestern Ontario will host an open house tomorrow (March 23) from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. The event will help to raise awareness about its programming and supports for children with cancer and families. The community is invited to drop into […]
Volunteer Tarra Malyk, front, led a group of snowshoers, including Katarina Malgo, Elizabeth Steflja, Marinela Malgo, Matthew Strickland, Keira Strickland, Shae Sinclair, Connor Dent, Liam Dent, Maddy Dent, Lindsay Strickland, and Amanda Dent, and Tara Tolley during a “Yeti Squad” trek earlier this year.
Submitted Volunteer Ross Keeler, left, escorted Elly Ahrens, Avery Sinclair, Carol Tolley, and Alexandra Malgo on the Rocky Inlet trails during a “Yeti Squad” outing earlier this year.
Press Release On Friday (March 17), the Emo and District Hospital Auxiliary hosted its annual St. Patrick’s Day tea. As such, this is the perfect opportunity to reflect upon how “lucky” we are for all of the amazing things this organization has done for its community over the past 30 […]
