the OPP The OPP has been receiving an increased number of complaints from local bus drivers and concerned citizens regarding vehicles not stopping for school buses that are stopped with their overhead red signal-lights flashing. It is important for drivers to remember that the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, section 175(11), […]
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Staff Those aged 14-24 are encourage to register for the Weechi-it-te-win Family Services Youth in Transition “Mino Ayaawin” Youth Wellness Gathering slated for March 28. “It is open to all youth,” said Hilary Morrisseau, Youth in Transition worker. She noted there will be a number of workshops for participants, such […]
There were more winners in the Rainy River District Mutual Aid Association’s weekly cash calendar draw. Winning $30 for March 15-21 were Douglas Mills (Spruce Grove, Alta.), Irene Grennier (Fort Frances), Candice Nordrum (Steinbach, Man.), Sharlene Clarke (Winchester, Va.), Stewart and Donna Birnie (Gilbert Plains, Man.), Christie Olsther (Winnipeg), and […]
Heather Latter Grade 5/6 students in Debbie Jean’s class at St. Francis School are striving to create clean water in a Third World country through “Free the Children.” Calling it the “Change 4 Change” campaign, the students are asking staff and students at the school, as well as the community, […]
Heather Latter Community Living Fort Frances and District is encouraging people to pull out their brightest, funkiest socks in support of World Down Syndrome Day on Saturday. “Community Living Ontario celebrates it every year but this is the first time we are promoting it here,” noted Faith Moen. “We want […]
Heather Latter Ryan Wood of Spruce Grove, Alta. was watching Global National’s news on Friday afternoon and was surprised to see a photo of his hometown of Fort Frances during the broadcast’s sign-off. Former resident Carrie Halwachs-Zechel, meanwhile, said she almost jumped off the couch after seeing the photo of […]
Duane Hicks The new National Geographic and Heart of the Continent Partnership geotourism MapGuide and website—traveltheheart.org—officially is launching tomorrow. The “landmark project,” which has taken two years to plan and execute, is “historically significant for all who live, work, and play in the Superior border lakes region,” also known as […]
Press Release The next Border Concert Association presentation for its 2014-2015 series is “An Evening with Rebecca and Kuba.” After a highly-successful 2012 tour, Kuba returns with another unique show featuring vibraphone and Theremin, but this time showcasing his wife, Rebecca. Kuba came from Poland with a classical and jazz […]
Robin McCormick A pair of upcoming St. Patrick’s Day events are happening in our area so be sure to celebrate the luck of the Irish by attending one or even both. A St. Patrick’s Day tea and bake sale is set for this Friday (March 13) at the Emo Health […]
Heather Latter Joelle Barron is a poet and a writer, with works having been published in the Malahat Review, ARC Poetry Magazine, and on The Hairpin. But she’s always wanted to win one of CBC’s literary prizes. Now the local resident has a chance at earning the top prize in […]
Duane Hicks More deer means more wolves. It’s a simple truth that explains why wolf sightings have become more common in the Fort Frances area in recent years. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry received four reports of wolves from the public in December, noted Adriana Pacitto, MNRF assistant […]
Heather Latter The first-ever “Relay Reunion” event is being planned to kick-off this year’s “Relay for Life.” Set for March 26 from 6-8 p.m. at From the Grind Up here, it will be a causal come-and-go event for anyone involved (or who wants to be involved) in the “Relay”—an inspirational, […]
