THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BERLIN (AP) — Germany’s employers and unions have joined together in opposing an immediate European Union ban on natural gas imports from Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, saying such a move would lead to factory shutdowns and the loss of jobs in the bloc’s largest economy. […]
Megan Walchuk
> Megan Walchuk is a huge fan of community news. After earning her diploma of Print Journalism from Sheridan College, she headed past the big dailies, and settled in for many fun-filled years covering community events for several newspapers in the Hamilton and Halton regions. She's won a few plaques and stuff, but her most prized journalism award is a genuine Hamilton Fire Service T-shirt, for her in-depth series, following their super cool Extrication Team's path to international competition. She took a few years off to have some kids, and returned to her roots in northwestern Ontario. She's currently living her dream as the editor of The Fort Frances Times.
By Mari Yamaguchi
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS TOKYO (AP) — Swiss President Ignazio Cassis said Monday his country has joined the international community in implementing tough sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, but that does not mean it has abandoned its traditional neutrality. Cassis and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida agreed in […]
By Aritz Parra
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS A cybersecurity rights group says the phones of dozens of pro-independence supporters in Spain’s northeastern Catalonia, including the regional chief and other elected officials, were hacked with controversial spyware available only to governments. Citizen Lab, a research group affiliated with the University of Toronto, said its large-scale […]
By Jennifer Mcdermott
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
HOPKINTON, Mass. (AP) – Runners were gearing up for the Boston Marathon on Monday, marking the return of the prestigious race to its springtime spot for the first time since the pandemic began. At 6 a.m. in Hopkinton, Race Director Dave McGillivray sent out a group of about 20 from […]
By Griffin Porter
THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO – William Nylander and Mitchell Marner each scored as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the New York Islanders 4-2 without Auston Matthews on Sunday night. The Toronto win sets a franchise record for both wins (50) and points (106) in a season. Pierre Engvall also had […]
THE CANADIAN PRESS
PHILADELPHIA – In Game 1 of their first-round series with the Philadelphia 76ers, the Toronto Raptors got hit in the mouth and now it’s on them to make adjustments and fight back in Game 2 Monday night. The Raptors took all sorts of blows in Saturday’s 131-111 loss. There was […]
By Megan Walchuk
Editor
mwalchuk@fortfrances.com
Editor
mwalchuk@fortfrances.com
The Kiwanis Club of Fort Frances has hatched a plan to bring back the Easter Egg-stravaganza. Even the Easter Bunny himself is egg-cited to make his return to town for the popular family event. “It’s all been arranged. The Easter Bunny will be there for pictures and to meet all […]
Robin McCormick
SPRING FLING HAPPENING ! The Guthrie United Church will host its popular Spring Fling Tea and Bake Sale this Saturday ( April 2nd. ) at the Devlin Hall. The event takes place from 2-3:30 p.m. Desserts, penny table, and bake table will be set up, with an abundance of goodies […]
By Megan Walchuk
Editor/Staff Writer
mwalchuk@fortfrances.com
Editor/Staff Writer
mwalchuk@fortfrances.com
A young family and nursing practice would be enough to keep someone busy. But not Ashley Cumming. She’s never been one to sit still for long, whether its in her academic, athletic, or professional life. The young mom of three has served the Rainy River District as a Registered Nurse […]
By Megan Walchuk
Editor/Staff Writer
mwalchuk@fortfrances.com
Editor/Staff Writer
mwalchuk@fortfrances.com
Sarah Noonan never intended to take over the family business. It was never the plan. The successful athlete had followed her childhood dreams instead – she was an avid athlete, who went on to play soccer at the varsity level at University of Minnesota- Duluth. She then built a rewarding […]
With Remembrance Day upon us, we turn our thoughts to the immense sacrifice of our soldiers, many of whom gave their lives for our freedom. Although the number of Veterans gets smaller with each passing year, the legacy of peace and prosperity they created continues to grow, thanks to their […]
Public Notice The Salvations Army is moving! The Salvation Army THRIFT STORE, Community Family Services & Ministries tare on the move to 242 Scott Street. This move will result in future sustainability to ensure service to the community for years to come. During the transition, they will be unable to […]
