Dear editor: The reason for this letter is the disturbing methods of live bait usage during the recent Shaw Dryden Masters Walleye Tournament—namely spinner rigs tipped with nightcrawlers (nightcrawler harness), which generally has three small single hooks spread out the length of the nightcrawler. This is the most deadly bait […]
Letters
All newspapers encourage letters to the editor and intend to print the opinions of their readers with as few restrictions as possible. The Fort Frances Times is no exception.
Rules governing letters to the editor in the Fort Frances Times are:
All letters must be signed, and the name of the writer will be printed with all letters published.
The writer must submit his/her letter in person and satisfactory identify themselves, or submit a telephone number to be used to verify that the letter was actually written by the person whose name is included on it, delaying publication if necessary to make the verification.
Letter will not be accepted from people outside the local coverage area unless the letters are written on a topic of primarily local interest.
If a letter attacks another individual or group, the Times will allow a response in the same edition.
Letters should not exceed 300 words and may be edited for length and content.
To the Times, I would like to say as an American observer that MPP Sarah Campbell has done a wonderful job. When I told centre-left voters last year to unite behind her in this paper, I wanted to make sure I did not make a mistake so I kept an […]
Sandra Allan Dear editor: I wanted to clarify in my own words that I, in partnership with La Place Rendez-Vous, will be holding the “It’s Eh Celebration Social” on Friday, June 29 from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. in the upstairs ballroom. This is a special social as it not only kicks […]
Johanna Renn Dear editor: I witnessed one of the most horrific crimes against our very own children this past Saturday afternoon. I was driving out to Lowey’s to purchase some flowers when I saw two very young, impressionable girls standing along the side of King’s Highway holding up car wash […]
Bill Morrison Dear Mike: One of the things I really have missed over the last four or five years is the kraft and paper mill’s “25-Year Club” banquet. We would all get together and have a great meal, welcome the new members who worked 25 years, and spend a lot […]
Jennifer Anderson Dear editor: Why do I “Relay?” Why do I spend months planning to “Relay?” I could tell you that I “Relay” because my father-in-law died of prostate cancer, and I am hoping for better testing and treatments if my husband is diagnosed. I could tell you that I […]
Barb MacDonell Dear Mike: The Fort Frances chapters of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority extend our thanks to everyone who participated in our annual “Daffodil Drive” for the Canadian Cancer Society. Thank you to all the business owners and managers who have allowed us to sell daffodils in their workplaces and […]
Eric H. Rude Dear editor: I am writing to thank the hundreds of citizens who have shown support over the years for the retention of the “open space” on the 1200 block of Nelson Street, which sometimes is referred to as the Nelson Street Park. As a result of your […]
Peter Kirby LL.B Dear editor: The Charter of Rights and Freedoms had its 30th birthday on April 17, yet our government cannot find the time to honour one of our greatest achievements. Critics say that the Charter is flawed and polarizes Canadians, but it is inspiring the world. A member […]
David M. Bourgeault Dear Mike: Re: “In response” letter to the editor from MP John Rafferty (Fort Frances Times, May 2). I didn’t think I would be writing another “Dear John” letter so soon. In this letter, I would like to clarify the comments made twice by Mr. Rafferty and […]
Brenda McPherson Dear editor: The issue of conformity or non-conformity, in relation to the Midget ‘AA’ Canadians’ team colours, rages on. As a grandparent of a Canadians’ rookie this past season, I was exposed to a Fort Frances version of Hockey Canada’s program of excellence. However, the term excellent does […]
Dear Mike: The Celebrating Diversity committee here has been doing a fantastic job presenting the “Respect” campaign around town, informing our community of the importance of respect. Some of the directors here at Riverside Health Care Facilities, Inc. had an opportunity to receive this free presentation and we found it […]
