Sam Odrowski Jill Langtry put in a bid at the silent auction during the “Spirit of Christmas” event held by the La Verendrye Hospital Auxiliary on Sunday afternoon at the Copper River Inn while (below) Nadia Felix and Barbara Murray enjoyed a plate of dainties and tea. The silent auction […]
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Sam Odrowski Ashley Trinker of Tiber River Naturals had an array of products on display during “Shopping Craze” held upstairs at the Emo Arena on Saturday. More than 20 vendors were set up with unique products, Christmas-themed merchandise, and some handcrafted items.
Duane Hicks Rainy River First Nations earned the “Buddy the Elf Award” for the most Christmas spirit with their float based on the “Polar Express.”
Press Release Local MPP Greg Rickford on Friday called on the Competition Bureau to review gasoline and diesel retail prices in Northwestern Ontario. “Our [government] has followed through and taken steps to cut gas prices in Ontario,” noted Rickford, who also is the minister of energy, northern development and mines. […]
Sam Odrowski Mya and Marly Wrolstad had big smiles as they got their picture taken with Santa at the Emo Arena on Saturday during the community’s annual “Holly Daze” festivities. Maple Street Photography was on hand to take the photographs. See more “Holly Daze” photos on A10.
Duane Hicks Northern Lights School of Skating won the “Holiday Cheermeister Award” (People’s Choice Award) for its “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” float in Sunday afternoon’s parade here.
Duane Hicks Whether it’s a present to a loved one or donation to a good cause, Christmas is a time to give. But what about the gift of goodwill? Go Local Fort Frances and the Town of Fort Frances want residents to think about how they can make someone else’s […]
Duane Hicks Plans are in motion for a Christmas Day event many local residents look forward to each year. But while a trio of cooks have come forth to make the meal for the Fort Frances Volunteer Bureau’s 31st-annual Christmas dinner set for noon-2 p.m. at Knox United Church here, […]
Dear editor: I have lived in Fort Frances for more than 55 years and have lived at Rainycrest LTC Home for the last six-and-a-half years. When I arrived, I was gravely ill and would not be alive today if not for the caring staff at Rainycrest. For that, I am […]
Sam Odrowski The district now has 72 more children who will be adequately dressed for the cold weather this winter. In all, the Knights of Columbus’ “Coats 4 Kids” campaign purchased 5,000 coats for children in need and locally, the KCs were able to source six dozen coats through generous […]
Amanda Caron Mayor June Caul, centre, was joined in Council Chambers by Couns. John McTaggart, Andrew Hallikas, Rick Wiedenhoeft, Michael Behan, Wendy Brunetta, and Douglas Judson prior to Monday evening’s inaugural meeting.
Duane Hicks Santa and Mrs. Claus waved to parade-goers of all ages as they brought up the tail-end of the annual Christmas parade Sunday afternoon on Scott Street. Their new float was, in no small part, due to the efforts of local TD Canada Trust staff and the Voyageur Lions […]
