The Canadian PressJim Bronskill OTTAWA–The federal prison service plans to introduce needle exchange programs in a bid to reduce the incidence of infectious diseases among inmates. The move, which comes after years of pressure from prisoners and health advocates, quickly was denounced by the union representing prison guards. The Correctional […]
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The Canadian PressGiuseppe Valiante BAIE-SAINT-PAUL, Que.–Brewers in Quebec’s Charlevoix region have put the world inside a pint glass by creating a special beer fit for a head of state. As a nod to the 44th-annual G7 summit taking place June 8-9 in Charlevoix, the Microbrasserie Charlevoix brewery–renowned across the province–blended […]
The Associated Press NEW YORK–A painting of a defiantly nude woman that once was censored as obscene in Paris has sold for more than $157 million at an auction in New York City. The 1917 painting by Amedeo Modigliani was the highlight of Sotheby’s Monday evening auction of impressionist and […]
The Associated PressMike Stobbe NEW YORK–U.S. birth rates declined last year for women in their teens, 20s, and–surprisingly–their 30s, leading to the fewest babies in 30 years, according to a government report released today. Experts said several factors may be combining to drive the declines, including shifting attitudes about motherhood […]
Stephanie Hagenaars Despite the chilly morning, Charleen Mallory of Charlee’s Naturally Northern had her handmade soaps on display today at the Rainy Lake Square. Local entrepreneurs set up shop for the first offical “Market Thursday” of the season there. There also were beaded works of jewellery, wine jellies, produce, and […]
A “Fort Frances Kitchen Party,” a free concert featuring local musical duo Entyrely Mac, will take place today (May 17) from 6-8 p.m. to cap the grand opening of the Rainy Lake Square. The Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board will hold its annual general meeting on Thursday, May […]
Dear editor: I recently came to visit family in Rainy River District, and made a trip into Fort Frances to do some shopping and run errands for family. On the way in, I came across a being of immense politeness and courteousness, not to mention a beacon of road safety! […]
From the MNRF A Quebec resident has been fined $2,000 for possessing an illegally-killed moose. Mario Rodrigue of L’Islet was convicted at trial for possessing an illegally-killed bull moose under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act. He also received a two-year suspension from hunting big game in Ontario. Court heard […]
Sam Odrowski Cassandra Armstrong captivated the audience with her performance of Cruella de Vil from the “101 Dalmatians” movie at the annual “Highlights” concert last Tuesday.
Dave OgilvieEmo correspondent Chapple Heritage and Borderland Community Orchestra will present an evening of music on Tuesday, May 29 at the Barwick Hall. There is no admission to attend but a free-will offering in support of the Chapple Museum would be appreciated. In related news, the heritage group also will […]
Sam Odrowski Piper Lidkea put on a theatrical performance of the song “Popular” from the Broadway sensation “Wicked” during the annual “Highlights” concert. The young performer also was given the honour of singing the national anthem prior to the show.
Duane Hicks Two new exhibits at the Fort Frances Museum aim to show the truth about residential schools as a step towards reconciliation and to create stronger bonds within area communities. The first exhibit, entitled “We Were Taught Differently: The Indian Residential School Experience,” is on loan from the Lake […]
