Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of minus-11 C (12 F). Tomorrow will have mainly sunny skies through the day turning to a chance of flurries overnight with a high of minus-seven (19) and a low of minus-10 (14). Saturday will have periods of snow all day and […]
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The Canadian Press MISSISSAUGA, Ont.–Ontario Health Minister Christine Elliiott said in about two years, patients will be able to book more appointments online and review their own electronic health records. She said the government is adopting a digital-first health strategy, which is expected to be fully implemented in 2021-22. Elliott […]
The Canadian PressJordan Press OTTAWA–A new report says some of the more than one million Canadian workers who could lose their jobs to machines could fill growing gaps in the nation’s health-care system with the right training now. The issue is time and money for a sector that previous research […]
Ken Kellar United Native Friendship Centre executive director Sheila McMahon, left, sat with Dick Bird as he told the assembled audience at the Fort Frances Senior Centre about his experience as part of the residential school system yesterday. The senior centre held an information session to give members a chance […]
Staff You couldn’t have drawn up a better start to the year. Both the Muskie girls’ and boys’ hockey teams came away with shutout wins over the host Kenora Broncos in their NorWOSSA regular season-openers on Tuesday. The girls’ squad rolled to a 3-0 decision while the boys routed the […]
“Girls’ Night Out” is taking place today (Nov. 14) in downtown Fort Frances. Participating Scott Street businesses are staying open extended hours (some until 8 p.m.) to offer tax-free deals, special draws, food samples, giveaways and more. See the ad on page A2 of yesterday’s Times or on the Times’ […]
Seven Generations Education Institute culinary students Melanie Mosher, left, Kaiu Hoaglans, and Lantana Linklater worked together to cook up a crepe suzette last Wednesday during the United Native Friendship Centre’s career fair at the Circle of Life Building. The students talked to attendees about the school’s program while cooking them […]
The Canadian Press HAMILTON–A southern Ontario school board that’s been criticized in the wake of the stabbing death of a 14-year-old student has appointed a team of experts to a panel meant to improve its response to bullying. The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board announced at its meeting on Tuesday that […]
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Next Wednesday (Nov. 20), the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce (FFCC) will be holding its general meeting from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at La Place Rendez-Vous. This meeting is open to all members in good standing. The meeting will open at 11:30 a.m. with Fort Frances town councillor Douglas […]
The Canadian PressJudy Owen WINNIPEG–Zach Collaros will be fuelled by more than playoff excitement on Sunday. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers starting quarterback will lead his new team against the Saskatchewan Roughriders, an opponent that discarded him earlier this season, in the CFL West Division final. “I don’t think I’d be […]
The Associated PressScott Charles UNIONDALE, N.Y.–The New York Islanders’ depth paid dividends once again. Anthony Beauvillier scored twice, Derick Brassard had a goal and two assists, and the streaking Islanders held off the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-4 last night. Semyon Varlamov made 23 saves and the Islanders earned a point […]
Dave Ogilvie Mayor Harold McQuaker, accompanied by his granddaughter, Karsyn, placed a wreath at the Emo cenotaph during the Remembrance Day ceremony there Monday. A large group of local residents, as well as the staff and students of Donald Young School, attended the service. Thanks goes out to the 908 […]
