The cast and crew of Fort Frances High School’s production of Mean Girls got off to a hilarious start with their opening show last night. The show faithfully adapts the 2004 comedy of the same name with upbeat and sassy songs that feel like they’ve always been part of the […]
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By Ken Kellar
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Put on your brightest pink and get ready to make “fetch” happen because Fort Frances High School’s production of Mean Girls opens tonight at the Townshend Theatre. Cast, crew, staff and volunteers have been hard at work for months getting the musical adaptation of the 2004 comedy cult classic ready […]
By Elisa Nguyen
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
enguyen@fortfrances.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
enguyen@fortfrances.com
Mental health can feel like a taboo subject. It’s difficult to talk about, not often prioritized, yet something we all have. Next week, two mental health organizations are partnering for an awareness walk and free community barbeque to help residents get connected with resources and start the conversation surrounding mental […]
Elisa Nguyen
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
enguyen@fortfrances.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
enguyen@fortfrances.com
This is the twentieth year that a group of women have gathered weekly to make colorful quilts that will be donated to women and children in tough times, bringing solace to both those who receive the quilts and those who make them. The women gather weekly on Tuesday mornings at […]
Press release
The Fort Frances Public Library invites the public to show their support for MMIWG2S by donating red dresses for an outdoor installation. Inspired by The REDress Project created by Métis artist Jamie Black in 2010, donated dresses will be hung on the trees lining Second St, on the north side […]
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
As its 30th season approaches, Tour De Fort unveiled its lineup set to begin next fall at the second to last concert of the 2022-2023 season. Tour De Fort President Charles Fisher says the fact that the annual concert series has reached 30 years is a testament to the community […]
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
The annual Gun and Hobby show will return to the Fort Frances Curling Club in just two weeks. The May 6 show will feature many products for outdoor enthusiasts as well as other hobbies. Organizer Scott Stafford says there will be something for everyone at the show. “It will be […]
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
The Fort Frances Chapter of Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) will be hosting its annual charity dinner and auction. The event takes place on Friday May 5 at 5:30 p.m. at La Place Rendez-Vous. 2023 is the 85th anniversary of DUC. The organization works with local communities to preserve natural lands […]
Press release
The Fort Frances Public Library invites the public to show their support for MMIWG2S by donating red dresses for an outdoor installation. Inspired by The REDress Project created by Métis artist Jamie Black in 2010, donated dresses will be hung on the trees lining Second St, on the north side […]
Riverside Health Care in conjunction with the Northwestern Health Unit has declared a Respiratory Outbreak at Rainycrest Long Term Care Home. Currently, this outbreak is isolated to only the West unit of the Home. Enhanced visitor restrictions are in place that permit two (2) visitors or caregivers at a time […]
By Brieanna Charlebois
THE CANADIAN PRESS
THE CANADIAN PRESS
VANCOUVER – Recent cases of violence across Canada demonstrate a clear need to treat mental illness early instead of waiting until a serious crime happens, says an executive with the Canadian Mental Health Association. Jonny Morris, the CEO of the B.C. division of the association, said the emphasis now is […]
By Donna Spencer
THE CANADIAN PRESS
THE CANADIAN PRESS
Morgan Barron’s stitched face sends a shudder through his NHL brethren, but players find the idea of more facial protection equally distasteful. While many players have voluntarily adopted cut-resistance socks and wristbands, they’ve historically met any augmentation of head gear with resistance. Barron is currently playing with a full cage […]
