Sam Odrowski Jenna Bailey of Fort High, left, Kayla Pater of S.C.A.P., and Ayiana Gagne of Robert Moore School received first-, second-, and third-place trophy’s for their speeches on “Gender Equality,” “Crazy Truths,” and the “Bermuda Triangle” during the Rainy River District School Board’s annual district speech contest held last […]
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Staff There will be a power interruption for all electrical users in the Town of Fort Frances next month. Hydro One Networks has notified the Fort Frances Power Corp. (FFPC) that it will be performing equipment upgrades on Sunday, June 10. This means the power will be shut off to […]
Duane Hicks Bryson DeGagne held up his little buddy, “Darla,” before embarking on Sunday afternoon’s “Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides” here. DeGagne not only was the second-highest pledge-getter ($130) but he also won a prize for being the “Youngest Walker” while “Darla” earned a treat for being “Youngest Dog” […]
Press Release The Town of Fort Frances is pleased to announce the theme of this year’s Canada Day parade. The theme, chosen by the Fun in the Sun committee, and will be “Summer Fun” to celebrate summer in Canada. All businesses, organizations, groups, and individuals are invited to enter a […]
Summer reporterStephanie Hagenaaars A reception was held at the Fort Frances Museum last Wednesday to mark the first official opening of two exhibits that focus on the history of residential schools. An introduction was given by museum curator Sherry George, followed by some words from Fort Frances Coun. Wendy Brunetta […]
Stephanie Hagenaars A drumming ceremony took place outside of the Fort Frances Museum for the opening of the “We Were Taught Differently: The Indian Residential School Experience” exhibit on loan from the the Lake of the Woods Museum in Kenora.
Press Release Fort Frances High School student Angie Redford has returned home from the Canada-Wide Science Fair with her third-straight bronze medal. The Grade 10 student first won over the judges at the Sunset Country Regional Science Fair in April with her project “Fidget Spinners: A Charged Topic.” She then […]
Dave OgilvieEmo correspondent The Emo and District Lions Club’s inaugural “dog walk” on Sunday afternoon was deemed a success by those in attendance. Thanks to the donations of the public who supported the eight dogs and their 22 walkers, and a matching donation from a generous sponsor, the club raised […]
Duane Hicks Fort Frances Voyageur Lion Nicole Cain gave family pooch, “Stanley,” a reassuring hug before setting off the dog walk here Sunday afternoon.
Sam Odrowski Parents, teachers, educators, and members of the community turned out to the Robert Moore School gym last Wednesday evening for the Rainy River District School Board’s annual district speech contest. Students from Fort High, J.W. Walker, Robert Moore, Crossroads, Donald Young, Riverview, and the Sturgeon Creek Alternative Program […]
Sam Odrowski Tanya Redford, left, and her mom, Barb, held the annual plant/bake sale entitled “Marzie Days” to raise money for the Children’s Rehabilitation Centre in Winnipeg that provides care for Tanya’s daughter who is special needs. With the help of the community, the event raised more than $6,700. Those […]
1. Why are you running to be MPP for Kenora-Rainy River? I have a passion for public service. When I served the “Great Kenora Riding” as the Member of Parliament (MP), we focused on the priorities of our region. During my time as MP, Kenora was at the top or […]
