Duane Hicks Flint House here is turning on red lights this Monday (Oct. 22) as part of “Mark it Read” for dyslexia–a national campaign designed to raise awareness and support for the 10-20 percent of Canadian children living with the condition. The Scott Street restaurant will light up from closing […]
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Sam Odrowski The Ministry of Education currently is seeking input from parents, students, educators, and interested individuals or organizations to help improve Ontario’s school curriculum. The consultations are starting here in Northwestern Ontario and will be focused on building a new Health and Physical Education (sex-ed) curriculum, improving student performance […]
My name is Ken Hyatt and I am running for reeve for the municipality of La Vallee Township. I am a licensed carpenter and have resided in Devlin for 57 of my 62 years. I have been involved in federal politics, and remain a member of the federal Conservative board […]
Sam Odrowski The Fort Frances Homelessness Committee is now a step closer to opening a “pop-up” homeless shelter here. The “Longest Night of the Year” event, held overnight Friday along the 200 block of Scott Street, raised more than $16,000 for the committee, whose goal is to run a shelter […]
After almost two decades away pursuing my education and career goals, I recently returned to the district and am proud to call Alberton home. I feel my work and education background in project management, communications, and business development is a strong asset. Having sat on numerous boards, I am confident […]
I am very excited to take part in this year’s election for public school board trustee. Leadership in education is vitally important for young people–they are our future. I retired a number of years ago from a rewarding career in health care but continue to have the time, energy, and […]
Sam Odrowski Knowing how to identify and respond to thoughts, feelings, and emotions as they relate to a person’s mental health is important for their overall well-being. To promote positive mental health, St. Francis School hosted a Mental Wellness Day on Thursday, with the help of the Northwestern Health Unit, […]
Sam Odrowski Canada’s values, freedoms, safety, and equality make it an appealing place to live for those who reside in less-democratic parts of the world. With Oct. 8-14 being Citizenship Week in Canada, much of what makes our country great was highlighted by those who have immigrated here. A Grade […]
Press Release Keeping our communities safe and reducing violent crime is a priority for the federal government. This is why, in his mandate letter, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau asked Bill Blair, the minister of Border Security and Organized Crime Reduction, to lead an examination of a ban on handguns and […]
Sam Odrowski Most people recognize that children are the future and their well-being is an important part of a healthy community. There are many great resources for children in the area but more work needs to be done to help kids succeed, said Tanis Fretter, chair of the Rainy River […]
After being asked by several people and much consideration, I entered the race for the position of reeve in the Township of La Vallee. My wife, Denise, and I both have lived here all of our lives. Community is very important to us and it would be an honour for […]
My name is Gary Judson and I am running on Oct. 22 to be the reeve of the Township of Chapple. I have been a councillor in municipal government for 20 years and I enjoy being involved in the community events. I have been in business in Chapple for 33 […]
