Every year, local non-profit groups and organizations receive thousands of dollars to fund various programs and activities aimed at supporting the social, economical, physical, and intellectual well-being of children and their families. This is facilitated through the Winnipeg Foundation’s Moffat Fund, which donates tens of thousands of dollars to 12 […]
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In 1857, the Gradual Civilization Act was passed to assimilate Indians. It was the objective of both missionaries and government to assimilate aboriginal children into mainstream society. By 1910, attendance at a residential school was compulsory for all aboriginal children between the ages of seven and 15. Roughly 150,000 children […]
From the MNRF No new fires were reported in the Northwest Region by late yesterday afternoon. There currently are 36 active fires in the region, 34 of which are listed as either “under observation,” “being held,” or “under control.” Recent rainfall in the far north is helping FireRanger crews in […]
Stephanie Hagenaars The Fort Frances Museum celebrated “Mall Days” last Thursday by holding its first afternoon of tea and scones on the second floor. Carol Lyons, Ruth Brockie, Geraldine Spence, Carroll McFayden, Colleen Kennedy (visiting from Toronto), and Sandra Brunetta enjoyed a pleasant afternoon socializing while museum curator Sherry George […]
It will be mainly clear tonight, with an overnight low of 12 C (54 F) and west winds gusting up to 20 km/h. Tomorrow will be sunny, with a high of 25 (77) and low again around 12 (54). Look for west-northwest winds gusting up to 24 km/h. More sunshine […]
Sam Odrowski Local talent Dylan Ossachuk took the stage under the entertainment tent during Canada Day activities at Point Park on Sunday afternoon. The young musician is known locally, having won “Quest for the Best” in the past and also achieving great success in the annual Rainy River District Festival […]
Sam Odrowski Dana Bridgeman Cross and Blaire Cross shared big smiles as they crafted their birchbark baskets during a workshop last Wednesday at the Nanicost building here. More than 50 people crafted baskets under the direction of elders provided by the Seven Generations Education Institute. The event was put on […]
Press Release The second barn concert of the season at Cornell Farms will be Pat Temple and the HiLO Players on Thursday, July 12 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Temple is well-known for his “Americana” music, where western swing meets hillbilly jazz. He is a mainstay on the Canadian music scene, […]
Stephanie Hagenaars There was lots to do in the kids’ corner during “Mall Days” festivities last Thursday at the Rainy Lake Square. Community Living Fort Frances and District set up booths with various arts and crafts activities, including button-making, games, and temporary tattoos. At top left, Maeve (left), Isabelle, and […]
Sam Odrowski A confetti cannon blasted out red-and-white pieces of confetti into the sky during the Canada Day parade that went along Front Street on Sunday morning. The float responsible for the festive blasts promoted the nighttime fireworks display and the sponsors who make it possible.
Sam Odrowski Amanda Dent brought her cotton candy-making machine to Point Park on Sunday afternoon for the Canada Day festivities there. Despite the rain, she was able to serve up some smiles to those hungry for the popular carnival-style treat.
Press Release U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations officers working at the International Falls port-of-entry targeted a rail container destined to arrive in Ranier, Mn. In May, CBP officers inspected the rail container and discovered merchandise in violation of intellectual property rights (IPR) regulations. The merchandise consisted […]
