The Canadian PressAndy Blatchford OTTAWA–The Bank of Canada left its trend-setting interest rate untouched yesterday as fresh economic developments, including the sharp drop in oil prices, threatened to delay future hikes. The central bank’s decision maintained its trend-setting rate at 1.75 percent. It followed a quarter-point increase at the bank’s […]
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The Associated PressMarcia Dunn CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.–Christmas turkey rocketed toward the International Space Station yesterday, along with cranberry sauce, candied yams, and the obligatory fruitcake. The SpaceX booster missed its landing zone on the ground after lift-off, however, and ended up in the sea just a couple of miles offshore. […]
The Canadian PressLori Ewing TORONTO–In the dying minutes of last night’s win, Kawhi Leonard hauled down a rebound and sprinted coast to coast–leaving the stunned Sixers in his wake and throwing down an emphatic dunk. The highlight-reel play was the punctuation mark of a 36-point performance by Leonard, who virtually […]
Staff Zach Ross broke a scoreless tie with 5:40 left in regulation time, while Bailey Schmitz turned aside all 34 shots he faced for his first shutout of the season, as the Thief River Falls Norskies won 3-0 last night to hand the visiting Fort Frances Lakers their sixth-straight loss. […]
Sam Odrowski Youths interested in drama now have an outlet to express themselves theatrically over the winter months. A 16-week drama program, opened to those aged seven-18, is being offered at the Fort Frances Museum for a $40 fee. The program has been made possible through a grant from the […]
Sam Odrowski Some new faces now are representing communities across the district with respect to public education. The new group of Rainy River District School Board trustees serving the 2018-22 term were sworn in at last night’s board meeting and they’re both eager and excited to serve. Outgoing chair Diane […]
Sam Odrowski Dawn-Marie Danylchuk had a spread of Christmas decorations, gifts, and products on display during the “Crafts Galore” event at the Legion on Saturday. Soups and sandwiches also were available to those who stopped by.
Duane Hicks Fort Frances High School students boarded the “FFHS Express” for Sunday afternoon’s Christmas parade here. The students won won the “Kevin McCallister Award” for best use of materials.
Sam Odrowski St. Francis students visited the Fort Frances Museum on Friday to learn about the history of indigenous veterans from the area. The Grade 5/6 native language class and Grade 5 class viewed the display and learned about those from the area who served in either world war. St. […]
Sam Odrowski Math remains one of the most difficult subjects for students today. In high school especially, many struggle to secure the credit. To help students develop a better understanding of mathematics and problem-solving, the Rainy River District School Board brought in a school resource specialist from the Centre of […]
Duane Hicks Downtown Fort Frances was alive with the sights and sounds of the festive season Sunday afternoon as the annual Christmas parade, this year entitled “Christmas at the Movies,” proved to be an event to remember. The parade, which started shortly after 3 p.m. and proceeded west along Scott […]
Duane Hicks Dancemakers School of Dance students got bundled up to ride on this “Nutcracker”-themed float–a fitting choice considering “The Nutcracker” is a popular Christmastime two-act ballet with a score by Tchaikovsky.
