It will be cloudy tonight, with an overnight low of minus-six C (21 F) and west-northwest winds gusting up to 20 km/h. Tomorrow also will be cloudy, with a high of minus-four (25) and low around minus-13 (eight). Look for northwest winds gusting up to 20 km/h. A mix of […]
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Press Release La Verendrye General Hospital has transitioned fully to a centralized model for patient registration and visitor information. From 8 a.m.-8 p.m., all hospital patients and visitors should use the Main Entrance off Front Street and proceed to the First Floor Registration via the elevators or stairs to one […]
Sam Odrowski A month ago, the Fort Frances Family Centre only had enough funds to last until the end of December. Now, thanks to a recent influx of donations, it can remain open until at least June. “We know now we can make it halfway through the [year],” said Monica […]
Press Release The Sleepy Owl is pleased to be a part of the beautiful and exciting things happening in downtown Fort Frances. We’re literally making space for it! The hotel was purchased in February of last year by a young entrepreneur. He and his team are working together to find […]
Sam Odrowski St. Francis School’s Junior Division celebrated an Advent prayer service at St. Mary’s Church here Thursday evening. Children sang hymns and Christmas songs, said readings from the Bible, lit candles, blessed the Advent wreath, and prayed.
Sam Odrowski Jarnel Contracting nearly has finished the Seven Generations Education Institute’s new $16-million building on Agency One lands here. The 40,000 sq. ft. facility, which will house all of SGEI’s programs, is set to open early in the New Year.
Dave Ogilvie The Grade 2 class at Robert Moore School, under the supervision of Ms. Richards and Mrs. Howell, presented a skit entitled “The Presents” yesterday before a packed house in the auditorium. When Santa got his pack stuck in the chimney, Mrs. Claus, the reindeer, an angel, and an […]
Duane Hicks Ron Hines performed an original tune, “What Christmas Really Means,” just prior to the Fort Frances Choraliers taking the stage Sunday afternoon at the Townshend Theatre. He was accompanied by his wife, Lee-Ann Hines, on piano and backing vocals.
Sam Odrowski Students acted out the nativity scene yesterday afternoon during the dress rehearsal for the Christmas concert staged by St. Michael’s French Immersion classes. A crowd of parents and grandparents filled the gymnasium to watch their little ones perform.
Sam Odrowski St. Michael’s students brought some Christmas cheer to Rainycrest on Friday afternoon when the kindergarten classes performed classic Christmas carols in Hallett Hall. Following their performances, the youngsters handed out Christmas-themed drawings to the home’s residents.
Sam Odrowski Construction of the Seven Generations Education Institute’s new facility on Agency One lands here is nearing completion. Jarnel Contracting is wrapping up the finishing touches on the interior of the 40,000 sq. ft. building, which is set to open early in the New Year. Once the facility opens, […]
Duane Hicks The Fort Frances Choraliers impressed the audience of nearly 300 people at the Townshend Theatre on Sunday afternoon with their performance of the annual Christmas cantata, this year entitled “Good News from Home.” But what if Borderland residents could enjoy high-quality vocal performances by talented ensemble members more […]
