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kkellar@fortfrances.com
We have entered a historic moment in our time. Last week, following years of discussion, investigation, training and planning, NASA announced the crew for the long-dreamed-of return trip to the moon. The Artemis II mission, set to launch in November 2024, will be the first time since the early 70s […]
Dear editor, The following is an open letter to Premier Doug Ford from North Bay Pride. Dear Premier Ford; We are writing to you for a few reasons. Foremost is to support the private member’s bill by MPP Kristyn Tam-Wong, which can be found here. https://www.kristynwongtam.ca/protect-drag This bill is very […]
It is a tradition of almost 60 years. From many… one. There is strength in numbers and when numbers come together wonderful things can happen. When members of Emo’s business community got together in the mid 1960’s and talked about the importance of working together on one weekend in the […]
Spring Fever Days takes place April 14 and 15. As always there promises to be something for everyone. Be sure to register for Emo Chamber Bucks – there’s a $1,000 worth of draws to be held this year. Draws take place Saturday at the Nestor Falls Marine Boat show at […]
I am pretty sure we will all agree that this weather is good for the soul! I find myself feeling guilty that I am not outside, but we are limited on what we can do right now. I am limited to making little drains with my boots hoping the water […]
I’m writing this on Easter Weekend. Traditionally a time of renewal in our society no matter your personal and political beliefs…. and there’s quite a variation in that area. Let’s look at a few of them across our continent. “The weather on Good Friday will be the forecast for the […]
I was listening to CBC Radio the other day, listening to the tale of the twenty-six letters that we now call our alphabet. The program was originally broadcast in 2007 and this was a re-broadcasting from And Sometimes Y with Russell Smith. The program was interesting for sure, with details […]
Dahlias are considered one of the most spectacular garden flowers as they can provide the colour and excitement of exotic species that we are unable to plant in our zone. There are thousands of varieties of dahlias that range, from the showy dinner-plate size to the bright, little single ones. […]
Spring is always an indicator of halibut season, and this recipe is one of our favorite halibut recipes for the grill. Alternatively, you can cook these pouches in the oven at 450°F – 475°F for 12 to 15 minutes. Also, the halibut can be substituted with any white fish if […]
Much of my love for ice fishing comes from getting to spend time on the ice this time of year. It’s enjoyable being out on the ice when you don’t have to be bundled up in full winter gear and the fishing can be really good late in the season. […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Sandra Armstrong (nee Steele) announces her passing on March 29, 2023, in Fort Frances, Ont. Sandra was born on October 21, 1955, in Atikokan, Ont., to Norman and Helen Steele. She grew up in Atikokan and enjoyed spending time with family […]
