Riverside Foundation for Health Care is excited to announce that the winner of the inaugural Electronic 50/50 Raffle Early Bird prize is Monica Sus. The draw was made in the Foundation Office on August 7, 2020. Monica won an all-inclusive fishing trip to Manitou Weather Station Fishing Lodge. This trip […]
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Ken Kellar
Clear your schedule and get ready for a trip to the movies. The first drive-in movie night is set for tomorrow night at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre parking lot. The movie night is a joint venture between the library and the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce, with […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
While many residents in Fort Frances spent their long weekend relaxing, a small group of dedicated volunteers pulled on their high visibility vests, and got to work, patrolling the streets for hazards. Bear Clan Patrol Fort Frances is a volunteer-driven patrol group, which responds to calls from the public about […]
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of 17 C (63 F). Tomorrow will be mainly sunny during the day and clearing overnight with a high of 29 (84) and a low of 16 (61). Friday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a chance of showers […]
Ken Kellar
The COVID-19 pandemic has driven home the importance of healthcare workers to people around the world as doctors, nurses, long term care givers and more have worked essential positions to care for those impacted by the virus, as well as to protect the public at large. Furthermore, the pandemic has […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Northwestern Health Unit is working with schools on the new school guidance that they have received from the province by providing support and information and answering any questions that they might have. Dr. Kit Young-Hoon, medical officer of health for the NWHU, said provincial guidance for schools includes wearing […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Homelessness is a complex problem. With so many needs, and so many stakeholders, an optimal solution is difficult to find. But for Jack Gray, solutions are imperative. Gray lives in the neighbourhood around the Family Centre. Each morning, he and others in his neighbourhood face the grim realities of homelessness […]
Staff
A new app, COVID Alert, launched today, uses Bluetooth technology to let users know if they may have been exposed to COVID-19. “It is free, easy and safe to use. The more people who download the app, the more effective it will be in stopping the spread of COVID-19,” stated […]
Staff
The Town of Fort Frances has announced that it will be re-opening a number of facilities and services to the public in the coming weeks. The Memorial Sports Centre will open for business on August 5. At this time, the Pool, Fitness Centre and Squash Courts. During our start up, […]
Dr Kit Young-Hoon, medical officer of Health for the NWHU will be holding a weekly public Question and Answer Session, each Wednesday at 10 a.m. The sessions will be held live over Facebook on the NWHU page or GoTo Meeting. You do not need a microphone to participate – questions […]
On August 17, a mandatory mask policy will go into effect for the region covered by the Northwestern Health Unit. The mask policy will see masks required in all public, enclosed areas. Businesses will be required to create a mask policy in compliance with the instructions. According to Dr Kit […]
Ken Kellar If you’ve been missing the movie theatre experience, some local volunteers and organizations are coming together to offer a retro way to get your movie fix. The Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre and the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce, with support from several other local organizations, have […]
