EVENTS CALENDAR There will be a free 55+ stick curling workshop at the Curl Fort Frances Community Centre 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. with a free soup and sandwich lunch to follow. Each Tuesday starting Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24. Register by emailing ffccmanager@gmail.com or calling 807-274-6667. 24 spaces […]
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Did you know? The Town of Fort Frances will officially swear in our new Mayor and Council on November 16, 2026. Prior to their first regular meeting, the incoming council will participate in orientation sessions, which typically include departmental presentations and facility tours. Essentials of Municipal Fire Protection – A […]
The citizens made their decision on Monday. When all the votes were counted, the turnout was higher than four years ago. Four years earlier, 2,639 votes were tabulated in Fort Frances. I was expecting a much higher turnout for this year. Fewer than 50 per cent of eligible Fort Frances […]
Wow! The Friends of the Abattoir fundraiser was a huge success. I am so proud of the community for coming together and making this event very successful. The feedback about the evening was very positive, and the committee deserves a HUGE pat on the back. The meal was outstanding, and […]
A church service will take place at the Stratton Millennium Hall at 10 a.m. on Remembrance Day. The Emo Legion will host its free Remembrance Day luncheon on Nov. 11. This takes place at 12:30 p.m. Also taking place is the annual Emo Remembrance Day supper starting at 5 p.m. […]
Did you know that trees and shrubs are susceptible to sunburn too? Sunburn on most woody plants usually occurs during the winter, although your garden vegetables and tender flowering plants can suffer from sunburn as well. The winter season has been especially tough on evergreen shrubs and trees, particularly cedars, […]
My favourite time of year (and my favourite holiday) is upon us once again. It is time to creatively carve pumpkins, distribute an obscene amount of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups to evening guests who arrive knocking, and discover what great horror movies greet us from our wonderful streaming services. ‘Tis […]
Did you know? Halloween is just around the corner, and our neighbourhoods will soon be filled with trick-or-treaters! Let’s keep the night fun and safe for everyone by making sure our yards and walkways are hazard-free: Stay safe while trick-or-treating: Be cautious with treats (candy, other food items & toys): […]
The European Environment Agency (EEA) reports that less than one per cent of textiles worldwide, of which is mostly discarded clothing, are recycled into new products. These surplus fabrics end up in landfill or are incinerated, lost from the textile cycle. This amounts to millions of tonnes of clothing discarded […]
By Ken Kellar
Editor
Editor
Fort Frances demanded change, and change is what Fort Frances got. Mostly. The unofficial results of the 2026 municipal election in Fort Frances were read out by town clerk Chelsea Greig at the Fort Frances Civic Centre on Monday night. Brent Calder has been elected to lead the town through […]
December 13, 1936 – October 22, 2026 It is with great sadness that the family of Lois Anne Caldwell, 89, announces that she passed away ever so peacefully at home on Thursday, October 22, 2026, surrounded by the support and love of her family, amid the reverent sound of wind […]
The family of Audrey Lois Fowler wishes to announce her passing on October 27, 2026 in Fort Frances, surrounded by friends and family. Full obituary to follow.
